Security Guard 2026-01012

State of Wyoming; Evanston (WY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement plan

Flexible schedules

Job summary

The State of Wyoming seeks a Security Guard at Wyoming State Hospital in Evanston, WY to protect patients, staff and visitors. You will respond to emergencies, conduct patrols, perform safety checks and support crisis management in a secure environment.

The role requires the ability to communicate clearly, write reports, and coordinate with local law enforcement. Pre-employment screening and background checks apply; prior security experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of security procedures.
• Ability to write reports and document information.
• Knowledge of trespassing laws.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to respond in crisis situations with emergency services.

Responsibilities

• Respond to medical emergencies and security calls.
• Patrol facilities by vehicle or on foot.
• Conduct fire drills and document performance findings.
• Maintain safety equipment and transport staff as needed.
• Lead response to difficult or combative patient behaviors.
• Assist law enforcement with detentions and train staff in restraints.
• Enforce compliance with stop signs and deter trespassers.
• Fingerprint new employees and perform daily security checks.

Skills

Security procedures

Report writing

Verbal and written communication

Crisis management

Education

Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Fulfill your passion for serving others and making a difference in your community while starting a state government career and enjoy great pay and benefits, a team environment, and rewarding work. This position provides a safe and secure working environment for patients, employees, and Wyoming State Hospital visitors.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE!

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Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact:

Brenda Hales / [e-mail] / 307-677-5951

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Respond to medical emergencies and security calls involving patients and staff. Situations may require the use of CPR and/or an AED.
• Perform surveillance by patrolling and assist as needed by vehicle or on foot.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly fire drills, evaluate and document each area's performance during the drill, and participate in briefings afterward to suggest ways to become more efficient and identify what may have been done incorrectly.
• Maintain safety equipment
• Transportation of staff and other individuals
• Respond to patient behavior emergencies and assume a lead role for difficult, aggressive, or combative patient behaviors.
• Assist local law enforcement with emergency detentions
• Train staff in the use of mechanical restraints
• Ensure staff and visitors obey stop signs and speed limits, and it acts as a deterrent to would-be trespassers.
• Respond to client behavior emergencies and assume a lead role for difficult, aggressive, or combative patient behaviors.
• Fingerprint new employees
• Conduct daily security checks on facility buildings and surrounding state property
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of security procedures
• Ability to accurately write reports and document information.
• State and local laws pertaining to trespassing
• Skills in verbal and written communication.
• Ability to respond appropriately in crisis situations and the skills to interact with local emergency response personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

1-3 years of progressive work experience as a Security Guard with the acquired knowledge at the level of a Security Escort

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

OR

Education:

Associate's Degree (typically in Criminal Justice)

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience as a Security Guard with the acquired knowledge at the level of a Security Escort

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Physical ability to lift, twist, bend, pull, and push up to 50 lbs.
• Work in a variety of locations and conditions and on a variety of surfaces.
• Ability to perform CPR, Crisis Management, and utilize proper practices in infection control and defensive driving.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be completed on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
• A current Influenza Vaccination is required.
• We participate in E-verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 info to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.
• The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a state retirement plan, a deferred compensation program, and longevity pay.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.