Security Specialist (Part Time)

State-of-Missour; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking a senior security professional to develop and coordinate security activities for the Missouri Senate. The position supports security for senators, staff, and visitors, and operates on a part-time basis during the legislative session (January to May).

You will work with public safety partners, conduct risk assessments, and implement security protocols including active shooter preparedness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with ten years of progressively responsible experience in a law enforcement or military setting.
• POST certified or eligible for certification.
• Must pass background checks and evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in senate security requests with Department of Public Safety’s Capitol Police, Cole County Sheriff’s Office, and the Highway Patrol.
• Conduct threat and risk assessments and inform law enforcement officials of threats as necessary.
• Provide safety and security recommendations to secure the senate chamber, senate gallery, senate committee rooms and other senate spaces.
• Develop security protocols and processes for appropriate actions in cases of disruptive behavior including active shooter preparedness.
• Assist the Senate Sergeant-at-Arms and doorkeepers with maintaining order during senate sessions and committee hearings.
• Review space plans for future renovations for security purposes.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Location: This position is located at the Missouri State Capitol, 201 W. Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, MO

Why you’ll love this position:

This is a highly professional position responsible for developing and coordinating security activities and protocols for the Missouri Senate. Position will provide expertise regarding security matters and work with senators and staff to develop processes to enhance security efforts for senators, staff, and those visiting the Missouri Senate. This is a part-time position during the legislative session (January to May).

What you’ll do:

Assists in senate security requests with Department of Public Safety’s Capitol Police, Cole County Sheriff’s Office, and the Highway Patrol.

Assists in threat and risk assessments and informs law enforcement officials of threats as necessary.

Assists in safety and security recommendations to secure the senate chamber, senate gallery, senate committee rooms and other senate spaces.

Assists in security training courses and materials for senators and staff.

Develops security protocols and processes for appropriate actions in cases of disruptive behavior including active shooter preparedness.

Assists the Senate Sergeant-at-Arms and doorkeepers with maintaining order during senate sessions and committee hearings.

Position will be armed and have investigative authority.

Reviews space plans for any future renovations for security purposes.

Ability to sit and stand for several hours at a time.

Ability to work as needed with minimal notice and extended hours.

Excellent written and verbal skills.

Performs other related work as assigned.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree with ten years of progressively responsible experience in a law enforcement or military setting. Years of experience can be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree. Candidate should be POST certified or have the ability to be certified and must pass background and other related checks and evaluations.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position please contact:

Cindy Winthorst, Human Resources Specialist at [e-mail].

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.