Legislative Security & Protocol Specialist

State-of-Missour; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Missouri House of Representatives in Jefferson City, MO is seeking a Security Officer for the Missouri State Capitol Building. This role protects Members, staff and visitors, maintains decorum, and supports sessions and committee events.

Responsibilities include escorting Members, ensuring order, coordinating with law enforcement, and handling security for hearings and special events. Session-only, based in Jefferson City.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement or related area.
• Two or more years’ experience as a certified peace officer in a federal, state, county, or city law enforcement agency with the power of arrest.
• Ability to pass a background investigation.
• Possession of valid Missouri vehicle operator’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
• Must provide and maintain an approved personal service weapon.
• Must remain in compliance with all Missouri state income tax obligations.

Responsibilities

• Assists in summoning House Members to their seats in the Chamber upon the call of the Speaker of the House.
• Provides security to House Members and Chamber Staff while the House is in session.
• Provides security to House Members and Staff during committee hearings and special legislative events.
• Ensures decorum, rules, protocol, customs and practices of the Missouri House of Representatives are maintained at all times as directed by the Speaker of the House.
• Functions as a liaison between the public, staff, lobbyists and Members of the Missouri House.
• Develop and maintain working relationship with the Missouri Capitol Police and Local Authorities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement or related area

Two or more years’ experience as a certified peace officer in a federal, state, county, or city law enforcement agency with the power of arrest.

Job description

The Missouri House of Representatives in Jefferson City, MO is seeking a Security Officer for the Missouri State Capitol Building. This role protects Members, staff and visitors, maintains decorum, and supports sessions and committee events.

Responsibilities include escorting Members, ensuring order, coordinating with law enforcement, and handling security for hearings and special events. Session-only, based in Jefferson City.