Sergeant-At-Arms

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

Job summary

State of Oklahoma seeks a part-time Sergeant-At-Arms for the Oklahoma State Senate. The role supports the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms in maintaining order, enforcing rules, and providing visitor assistance during sessions and events.

Responsibilities include security for Senate areas, alerting on breaches, and participation in official events. Prior security experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of security and safety practices, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to maintain control under adverse conditions and take corrective steps in emergencies.
• Skilled in communicating effectively and dealing with people diplomatically.
• Ability to establish and preserve effective working relationships.
• Ability to understand Senate Rules regarding order and decorum.
• Physical strength and endurance for 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 Senate Rules.
• Alerts the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms of any breach of order or security concerns.
• Enforces Senate Rules regarding floor privileges and prevents unauthorized entry to the Senate Chamber and other meetings as directed.
• Knowledge of evacuation and safety procedures of the Senate and state Capitol building.
• Provides basic security for Senate-controlled areas of the Capitol.
• Provides assistance and information to visitors of the Senate.
• Attends and participates in official events and funerals as directed by the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms.

Skills

Security knowledge

Crisis management

Effective communication

Teamwork

Rules understanding

Physical endurance

Stair/Ramps navigation

Job description

Job Posting Title

Sergeant-At-Arms

Agency

421 OKLAHOMA STATE SENATE

Supervisory Organization

Oklahoma State Senate–State Capitol

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Full/Part-Time

Part time

Job Type

Temporary

Compensation

Job Description

Duties

• 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.
• Knowledge of the evacuation and safety procedures of the Senate and the state Capitol building.
• Provides basic security for the areas of the Capitol under the control of the Senate.
• Provides assistance and information to visitors to the Senate.
• As directed by the Chief Sergeant-at-Arms, attends and participates in official events, funerals, etc.

Knowledge and Skills

• 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 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.

Pay for Temporary Service:

• Schedule requires availability Monday through Thursday prior to and throughout the legislative session (mid January through the last Friday in May). Pay is $21.00/hour, with a minimum of 4 hours a day, 4 days a week guaranteed.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.