Security Officer III

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; Sur place; USD 24 000 - 29 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

State of Mississippi is seeking a Security Officer III for Lamar County, MS. The role involves protecting facilities, patients, and staff, monitoring grounds and cameras, and supporting patient units.

Shifts include 3:00pm–11:30pm and 11:00pm–7:30am, with every other weekend and holiday work; no weapon required and safety remains the priority. Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma and 2–4 years of security experience, along with a valid driver’s license and insurance.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate integrity, punctuality, and professionalism.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with others.

Responsabilités

• Work on B shift (3:00pm–11:30pm) or C shift (11:00pm–7:30am) as assigned.
• Protect the property, personnel, and patients.
• Conduct periodic grounds checks and monitor activity via cameras and in person.
• Provide support on patient units and assist as a back-up for other roles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Integrity

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Teamwork

Communication skills

Formation

High School Diploma

GED Certificate

Outils

Valid Driver's License

Proof of Auto Insurance

Description du poste

Security Officer III in 37 - LAMAR COUNTY, MS | GovernmentJobs.com page has loaded.

State of Mississippi

$26,185.60 Annually

Location

37 - LAMAR COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9681-0372-20261021Lr

0372 - MH-EAST MS STATE HOSPITAL

Opening Date

10/23/2026

11/6/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$26,185.60

$26,185.60

About the Agency

South Mississippi State Hospital in Purvis is an acute care, regional behavioral program with the primary purpose to offer a continuum of services for adults with mental illness within the patient’s region of residence. The closer proximity allows family, friends, and community to more actively support the treatment, recover, and aftercare of the patient. South Mississippi State Hospital serves Lamar, Forrest, Marion, Perry, Greene, Wayne, Jones, Covington, Jefferson Davis, Pearl River, Stone, Hancock, Harrison, George, Jackson, Pike, Walthall, Lawrence, Franklin, and Amite counties. To inquire about this position, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

We currently have one position on B shift which is 3:00pm to 11:30pm, and one position on C shift which is 11:00pm to 7:30am. Your schedule requires you to work every other weekends and holidays.No weapon required nor allowed -- works alone and/or with another security officer engaged in the protection of the property, personnel, and patients. Periodically checks the grounds throughout the shift. Observes activity via cameras as well as in person. Offers support on patient units. Serves as a back up for other role(s). Other duties as assigned.***This position pays an annual salary of $26,185.60.***

What you'll need to be Successful

Integrity, attention to detail, punctuality, organization skills, teamwork, professionalism, excellent and effective communication skills, problem solving skills, ability to multi-task, dependability, ability to conduct oneself in an ethical manner, ability to maintain confidentiality, and compassion.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a High School diploma and 2-4 years of relevant experience. Agency preferred qualifications:High School Diploma/Transcripts or Valid GED Certificate.Requires 2 to 4 years of relevant security experience.Requires Valid Driver's License and Proof of Auto Insurance

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201