Security Officer I

LCRA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

LCRA is seeking a dedicated Security Officer in Austin, Texas, focused on protecting our people and infrastructure. You will patrol facilities, ensure access points are secure, and engage in emergency response as necessary.

Qualified candidates will have customer service skills and the ability to maintain required security certifications. With us, you'll have a meaningful role in contributing to community safety. We offer supportive benefits to enhance your quality of life.

Qualifications

• Zero or more years of experience in security, first responder, or military.
• Ability to obtain and maintain TCIC/NCIC certification.
• Completion of NIMS certification.
• Must pass CJIS fingerprint-based background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Perform access control and security patrols.
• Assist police officers and respond to incidents.
• Report security violations and document situations.
• Conduct investigations and operate electronic security equipment.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Ability to maintain Security Officer commission

Emergency response preparedness

Education

Driver's license

Job description

Here’s The Role

LCRA Public Safety is seeking a customer service-focused Security Officer to help protect our people, property, and critical infrastructure. In this role, you will patrol facilities, inspect buildings, and ensure access points remain safe and secure through strong attention to your surroundings. We’re looking for someone who strives for excellence and demonstrates our core values of safety, respect, service, initiative, and integrity in everything they do. This is a meaningful opportunity to play a direct role in maintaining a safe environment while supporting our mission to enhance the lives of Central Texans.

How You’ll Contribute

• Perform access control & security patrols, assist internal/external visitors & emergency medical personnel, and respond to incidents at assigned LCRA facilities that include Critical Infrastructure sites.
• Assist police officers with the apprehension of suspects and other emergencies as needed. Arrest violators under limited circumstances (felonies or breaches of the peace).
• Report to respective Supervisor and document security violations, equipment failures, and other security or safety related situations.
• Assist in conducting investigations, operate electronic security equipment and at times provide field training to future Security Officer Project employees.

How You’re Qualified

• Ability to obtain and must maintain Texas Private Security Board Level III Security Officer commission
• Zero or more years of experience in security, first responder, or military.
• Driver's license
• Ability to obtain and maintain Texas Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center (TCIC/NCIC) CJP certification
• Complete National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in Basic First Aid, AED, and CPR
• Must pass the CJIS fingerprint-based background investigation according to the State of Texas standards
• Maintain all CJIS training requirements

How You’ll Stand Out

• Physical response time of 45 minutes from posted location
• Exceptional Customer Service Skills
• Prior Critical Infrastructure Security experience
• A valid Texas Private Security Board Level III Commission Security Officer License.

How We’ll Support You

Benefits that don't just check boxes, they make life better. From healthcare to wellness to time off, we've got you covered, so you can focus on what matters.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
• LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources [phone] or email [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.