Night Security Officer II - Patrol & Emergency Response

Texas Health and Human Services; Mexia (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee health insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Security Officer II at the Mexia State Supported Living Center to protect residents, staff and facilities. This full-time role emphasizes vigilance, safety and service in a state-run environment.

You will monitor surveillance, patrol facilities, respond to alarms, file incident reports, train new officers and participate in mandatory trainings to maintain readiness and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of security, law enforcement, or military experience preferred.
• Experience with people with developmental disabilities or mental health issues preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend regular shift schedules and rotations including overtime as needed.
• Monitor surveillance cameras and report emergencies immediately.
• Conduct routine patrols of buildings and grounds.
• Respond to fire alarms and participate in drills and safety checks.
• Coordinate emergencies and notify management and law enforcement as appropriate.
• Assist in apprehension of suspects when possible.
• Prepare accurate incident reports and documentation.
• Train and mentor new security officers as needed.

Skills

Surveillance monitoring

Incident reporting

Communication

Patrolling

Emergency response

Driving state vehicle

Documentation

Staff training

Education

High School diploma or GED

1 year security-related experience

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Security Officer II at the Mexia State Supported Living Center to protect residents, staff and facilities. This full-time role emphasizes vigilance, safety and service in a state-run environment.

You will monitor surveillance, patrol facilities, respond to alarms, file incident reports, train new officers and participate in mandatory trainings to maintain readiness and safety standards.