Senate Security & Decorum Aide - Part-Time

Oklahoma Ag; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Oklahoma State Senate is seeking a part-time Sergeant-At-Arms to assist in preserving order and decorum and enforcing Senate Rules. This role supports the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms and helps manage access to the Senate Chamber and related areas.

Responsibilities include monitoring security, assisting visitors, and attending official events as directed. The position requires awareness of safety procedures and the ability to respond calmly in emergencies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of security and safety practices, policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain control under adverse conditions and to take corrective steps in emergency situations.
• Skill in communicating effectively with others and in dealing with individuals diplomatically and courteously.
• Ability to establish and preserve effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to acquire basic understanding of the Senate Rules pertaining to order and decorum.
• Physical strength and endurance for remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Ability to ascend or descend stairs and ramps.
• Law enforcement or security experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms in preserving order and decorum and enforcing the Rules of the Senate.
• Alerts the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms of any breach of order or security concerns.
• Enforces Senate Rules regarding floor privileges.
• Prevents unauthorized persons from entering the Senate Chamber, committee rooms, or other meetings as directed by the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms.
• Provides basic security for the areas of the Capitol under the control of the Senate.
• Provides assistance and information to visitors to the Senate.
• Attends and participates in official events, funerals, etc., as directed by the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms.

Skills

Security knowledge

Safety practices

Calm under pressure

Effective communication

Diplomacy

Team collaboration

Rule understanding

Physical endurance

Stairs/ramps navigation

Law enforcement exposure (preferred)

Job description

The Oklahoma State Senate is seeking a part-time Sergeant-At-Arms to assist in preserving order and decorum and enforcing Senate Rules. This role supports the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms and helps manage access to the Senate Chamber and related areas.

Responsibilities include monitoring security, assisting visitors, and attending official events as directed. The position requires awareness of safety procedures and the ability to respond calmly in emergencies.