Security Officer

State of Missouri; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Deferred Compensation

MOSERS Retirement

Paid holidays

Paid time off (vacation & sick)

Job summary

State of Missouri's St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center – North seeks a Security Officer to safeguard clients and staff, perform rounds, manage incidents, and collaborate with authorities.

The role requires a high school diploma and 1+ year security experience; a valid driver's license is required. Join a facility dedicated to safety and patient care with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency proof.
• 1+ year of security experience with Missouri or similar settings.
• Valid driver’s license transportation ability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular rounds observing staff, clients, and visitors.
• Take action to ensure proper conduct is followed.
• Investigate vandalism or theft; coordinate with law enforcement as needed.
• Prepare reports of infractions of laws, regulations, or rules.
• Report questionable conduct to a supervisor or administrator.
• Respond to routine questions and provide directions to the public.
• Direct traffic at parking areas and assist with signage as needed.
• Assist in implementing security training programs.
• Assist in searches when residents walk away or are distressed.
• Detain unruly individuals until proper authorities arrive.
• Dispatch facility vehicles and arrange repairs; check readiness for use.
• Transport staff, residents, or suspects as needed.
• Maintain security and protect individuals and property.
• Conduct fire prevention inspections and respond to alarms.
• Perform work per established rules and report to supervisor.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

Skills

Observation

Public safety

Communication

Report writing

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center – North, 5351 Delmar Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63112

Scheduled Hours: 1st Shift / 2nd Shift (Split) (Sat/Sun Off) Work Area: Security

St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center-North provides specialized care for clients diagnosed with mental illness. We are looking for a Security Officer to ensure that our facility, including clients and staff, remain safe and undisturbed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular rounds throughout the facility and/or grounds observing the demeanor of public, employees, residents or clients
• Takes necessary action to ensure that proper conduct is followed
• Investigates acts of vandalism or theft and works closely with law enforcement officials on investigations as needed
• Prepares reports of infractions of laws, regulations and/or rules that occur on the grounds or within the building
• Reports questionable conduct of employees, residents, clients or the public to an immediate supervisor or other administrator
• Response to routine questions and provides directions to the public
• Directs and controls traffic at parking lots of public buildings/facilities. May include installing traffic signs around emergency areas
• Assists in implementing training programs involving security procedures
• Assists in organizing and conducting searches when residents/clients walk away or escape. Also assisting with distressed residents/clients
• Takes necessary action in removing unruly individuals or detaining them until proper authorities arrive
• Dispatches facility vehicles; receives reports of difficulties with vehicles and arranges for repairs and also checks oil/gas to ensure readiness for the next use
• Transports staff, residents/clients and/or suspects as needed
• Assists other facility personnel in maintaining security and ensuring that necessary precautionary measures are taken for the protection of individuals and property
• Conducts fire prevention inspections and responds to all fire alarms
• Performs work in accordance with established rules and regulations; receives supervision from a higher level Security Officer or other designated administrative supervisor
• Performs other related work as assigned

Eligibility

• Possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency
• One or more years of experience as a Security Guard with the State of Missouri, or experience in military, civilian security, law enforcement or experience within an intermediate/maximum security mental health facility performing security functions
• Possess a valid driver’s license

Excellent State Of Missouri Benefit Package Including

• Affordable Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation opportunities
• MOSERS Retirement
• 14 paid holidays per year
• 10 hours of annual leave and 10 hours sick leave accrued per month when hired, increases with years of service

WHY DMH?

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability, so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.