Security Guard: Protect State Buildings & People

State of Arkansas; Fort Chaffee (AR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Arkansas is seeking a Security Guard to maintain safety, security, and order of state-owned buildings, properties, and personnel. You will monitor public access, respond to incidents, and uphold agency policies while ensuring a secure environment.

Responsibilities include patrolling facilities, controlling access, responding to alarms, and operating surveillance systems. The role requires attention to detail, reliability, and a professional demeanor in all interactions with staff

Qualifications

• At least six months of experience in security operations, law enforcement, public safety, or a related field.
• Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and patrol assigned state buildings, grounds, and parking areas to detect 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 and alert emergency services when necessary.
• 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Punctuality

Calm under pressure

Job description

The State of Arkansas is seeking a Security Guard to maintain safety, security, and order of state-owned buildings, properties, and personnel. You will monitor public access, respond to incidents, and uphold agency policies while ensuring a secure environment.

Responsibilities include patrolling facilities, controlling access, responding to alarms, and operating surveillance systems. The role requires attention to detail, reliability, and a professional demeanor in all interactions with staff