Security Specialist III — Protect & Support Facilities

State of South Carolina

Columbia (SC)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance
PTO and paid holidays
Parental leave
Retirement plans: SCRS and ORP

Job summary

The State of South Carolina, Office of Mental Health within the DBHDD, seeks a Security Specialist III to support inpatient and outpatient facilities through rapid response, monitoring, and incident reporting. The role emphasizes safety, collaboration with law enforcement, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, experience in fire prevention or security activities, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma required.
  • Experience in fire prevention, safety or security activities.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

  • Respond to calls for service within 15 minutes or less.
  • Assist in monitoring patients during outside appointments and with transportation as needed.
  • Complete incident reports within 24 hours.
  • Patrol assigned areas to ensure safety and security.

Skills

Security experience
Emergency response
Effective communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The State of South Carolina, Office of Mental Health within the DBHDD, seeks a Security Specialist III to support inpatient and outpatient facilities through rapid response, monitoring, and incident reporting. The role emphasizes safety, collaboration with law enforcement, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, experience in fire prevention or security activities, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

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