Senior Security Officer – Forensic Hospital (Evenings)

Texas Health and Human Services Commission; Vernon (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Security Officer III for Vernon State Hospital. The role involves high-level security duties, incident reporting, and coordination with the Security Supervisor. Telework is not offered.

Four years of security experience (or three in a mental health setting) and a valid Texas driver license are required. CPR/AED certification is preferred. The position is full-time, pays monthly, and requires availability for evenings and weekends as

Qualifications

• Four years or more continuous work experience in law enforcement, security or corrections.
• Three years or more security experience in a mental health facility.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital grounds to monitor and mitigate unusual occurrences.
• Provide security to the hospital campus and assist visitors; open gates and direct guests.
• Perform temporary switchboard duties and respond to fire alarms and emergencies.
• Investigate and document incidents on hospital grounds; prepare schedules when needed.
• Escort staff, patients, or visitors as required and participate in disaster response or COOP activation.

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Security Officer III for Vernon State Hospital. The role involves high-level security duties, incident reporting, and coordination with the Security Supervisor. Telework is not offered.

Four years of security experience (or three in a mental health setting) and a valid Texas driver license are required. CPR/AED certification is preferred. The position is full-time, pays monthly, and requires availability for evenings and weekends as