SECURITY GUARD

State of Arkansas; Northern (KY, AR); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Public Safety in Arkansas is seeking a Security Guard to maintain safety and order in state-owned buildings and properties. This role monitors public access, addresses incidents, and enforces agency policies.

You will conduct patrols, verify identifications, log entries, operate surveillance systems, and assist in evacuations or drills, contributing to a secure environment for staff and visitors. Minimum six months of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail to recognize unusual activity or potential threats quickly.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to relay instructions, provide assistance, and report incidents clearly.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of duty and accountability.
• Ability to remain composed in emergencies or high-stress situations.
• Professional, courteous, and helpful demeanor when interacting with employees, visitors, and stakeholders.
• Maintains a high standard of ethical conduct, trustworthiness, and confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and patrol state buildings, grounds, and parking areas to detect unauthorized activity and safety hazards.
• Control access by verifying IDs, issuing visitor badges, and logging entries and exits.
• Respond to alarms or emergencies and alert emergency services when needed.
• Operate surveillance cameras and access control systems in real time.
• Document incidents in logs and reports; elevate major issues as directed.
• Assist in evacuations and drills and support facility lockdowns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reliability

Accountability

Professional demeanor

Ethical conduct

Confidentiality

Job description

The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to enhance the safety and security of all Arkansans through ethical, character-driven behavior that promotes professionalism, clear communication, and accountability while serving as the state’s premier public safety agency.

Position Information

Job Series: Security – Career Path

Classification: Security Guard

Class Code: SSE01P

Pay Grade: SGS03

Salary Range: $39,171 - $57,973

Job Summary

The Security Guard is responsible for maintaining the safety, security, and order of state-owned buildings, properties, and personnel. This position ensures public access is properly monitored, incidents are addressed quickly and appropriately, and agency policies and procedures are upheld.

Primary Responsibilities

Monitor and patrol assigned state buildings, grounds, and parking areas to detect and prevent unauthorized activity, vandalism, theft, and safety hazards.Conduct periodic foot or vehicle patrols to ensure security and report findings to supervisors.Control access to buildings and secure areas by verifying identification, issuing visitor badges, and logging entry and exit times.Monitor security checkpoints and entrances to prevent unauthorized access or suspicious activity.Respond to alarms, disturbances, or emergency calls (e.g., medical, fire, criminal activity), and alert emergency services when necessary.Document incidents clearly and accurately in logs and official reports; elevate major issues as directed by supervisors.Operate surveillance equipment, cameras, and access control systems to monitor activity in real time.Conduct security system checks to ensure all equipment is functioning properly.Enforce agency safety and security policies among staff, visitors, and the general public.Assist in evacuations and emergency drills; provide support during facility lockdowns or shelter-in-place orders.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong attention to detail to recognize unusual activity or potential threats quickly.Effective verbal and written communication skills to relay instructions, provide assistance, and report incidents clearly.Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of duty and accountability.Ability to remain composed in emergencies or high-stress situations.Professional, courteous, and helpful demeanor when interacting with employees, visitors, and stakeholders.Maintains a high standard of ethical conduct, trustworthiness, and confidentiality at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

At least six months of experience in security operations, law enforcement, public safety, or a related field.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/AOTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.