Security Officer II

Texas Health and Human Services; Terrell (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee health insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous time off

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Security Officer II for Terrell State Hospital. You will patrol campuses, monitor surveillance, respond to emergencies, and coordinate with hospital management and law enforcement as needed.

Requirements include 24 months of work experience in security or related fields, CPR certification or ability to obtain, and a Texas driver's license. This full-time, non-telework role offers evening and night shifts with benefits and opportunity

Qualifications

• Knowledge of building security and surveillance equipment.
• Understanding of alarm devices and facility access controls.
• Ability to prepare concise incident and investigative reports.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Attends work regularly and may follow a rotating shift schedule.
• Monitors surveillance cameras and reports emergencies immediately.
• Conducts routine patrols of buildings and grounds.
• Disseminates and coordinates emergency responses and notifies management/law enforcement as needed.
• Assists in apprehending suspects for unauthorized entry or security violations.
• Prepares timely incident and investigative reports.
• Evaluates security regulations and suggests changes.
• Performs other duties including disaster response or COOP activation.

Skills

Surveillance knowledge

Patrol grounds

Incident reporting

CPR certification

Communication

Emergency response

Job description

Date: Aug 14, 2026

Location: TERRELL, TX

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

• Functional Title: Security Officer II
• Job Title: Security Officer II
• Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
• Department: Security
• Posting Number: 20077
• Closing Date: 08/28/2026
• Posting Audience: Internal and External
• Occupational Category: Healthcare Support
• Salary Range: $3,100.00 - $4,365.66
• Pay Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Group: TEXAS-A-13
• Shift: Evening
• Additional Shift: Nights (Third)
• Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
• Travel: Up to 5%
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Full Time/Part Time: Full time
• FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
• Facility Location: Terrell State Hospital
• Job Location City: TERRELL
• Job Location Address: 1200 E BRIN
• Other Locations: Terrell
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Brief Job Description

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Monitors surveillance cameras in state hospital buildings for unauthorized persons, fires, and unusual occurrences and incidents and reports emergencies immediately upon discovery.

Conducts routine patrol of buildings and grounds.

Handles the dissemination and coordination of emergency responses and information, and notification to hospital management and law enforcement personnel, if appropriate, in the event of emergency and/or security violation situations.

Assists in the apprehension of suspects, where reasonably possible, in cases of unauthorized entry into buildings and work areas, malicious mischief, or other violations.

Prepares timely and accurate incident reports and other investigative reports relative to emergencies and/or security violations.

Evaluates and makes recommendations for changes to security regulations.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of building or premise security and use of surveillance equipment.

Knowledge of the rules and regulations pertaining to building admissions and exits, and of alarm devices.

Skills in oral and written communication, including writing incident and other investigative reports.

Skill in administering CPR.

Ability to communicate with potentially aggressive patients, visitors, and employees.

Ability to patrol grounds, detect danger, and take appropriate action.

Ability to prepare concise reports.

Ability to remain calm, reasonable and react quickly in an emergency situation.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications

Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date to drive a state vehicle. Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.

CPR certified or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Initial Screening Criteria

Twenty-four (24) months’ work experience.

Two years of work experience in security, law enforcement, or military preferred.

Twelve months work experience in a mental health or correctional facility preferred.

Additional Information

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco and Terrell Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours.

Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All these diseases are vaccine preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, And Veterans

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks And Work Eligibility

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.

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