Security Officer (FTC-North)

State-of-Missour; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Cafeteria Plan

Deferred Compensation

MOSERS Retirement

13 paid holidays

Job summary

The State of Missouri is seeking a Security Officer for the Forensic Treatment Center-North in St. Louis to help protect clients and staff and maintain a safe, orderly environment.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year of security experience in a similar setting, and a valid driver's license. The position supports security procedures, incident reporting, and coordination with authorities as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of security experience in a state, military, civilian security, or mental health facility setting required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular rounds throughout the facility and grounds, observing staff, clients, and the public.
• Take action to ensure proper conduct.
• Investigate vandalism or theft and coordinate with law enforcement as needed.
• Prepare reports of infractions and incidents on the grounds or in the building.
• Report questionable conduct to supervision or administration.
• Direct traffic in parking areas and assist with signage near emergency zones.
• Assist in training security procedures and in security-related drills.
• Assist in searches when residents/clients wander or escape and in distress situations.
• Remove unruly individuals or detain them until authorities arrive when necessary.
• Dispatch facility vehicles and coordinate repairs, including checking oil/gas for readiness.
• Transport staff, residents/clients, or suspects as needed.
• Support other staff in maintaining security and safety measures.
• Conduct fire prevention inspections and respond to alarms.
• Perform duties under supervision of a higher security officer or administrator.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

Skills

Security experience

Driver's license

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Security Officer

Forensic Treatment Center - North

5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63112

Night Shift Work Area: Campus Wide

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 (amount equivalent to annual salary)
• Cafeteria Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• MOSERS Retirement (Members contribute 4% of pay, to MOSERS plan and 1% towards Deferred Compensation)
• 13 paid holidays per year
• 10 hours of annual leave accrued per month
• 10 hours of sick leave accrued per month

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.