GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Criminal Investigations division is seeking a Security Officer whose work will involve highly complex (senior level) security enforcement work. Work involves monitoring and patrolling grounds; receiving visitors; inspecting and safeguarding state buildings, properties, and equipment. Applicant can expect to work evenings.

The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State’s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS

• Monitors, screens and authorizes entrance and departures of employees, visitors, and other persons to maintain security of agency facilities
• Investigates all reports of disturbances or suspicious circumstances and reports them to a supervisor or manager. Notifies proper authorities immediately in cases of emergency conditions and serious threats (verbal and physical threats, etc.)
• Conducts thorough and efficient random security patrols; maintains considerable familiarity with the buildings and grounds patrolled and knowledge of the building occupants
• Provides technical guidance to less tenured officers; notifies other officers of pass-ons and special orders
• Escorts OAG employees to and from buildings after hours and other times as circumstances warrant
• Conducts impartial inquiries regarding security incidents involving OAG employees, when directed
• Takes appropriate actions to prevent injury or death of personnel and property losses due to theft, vandalism, fire, and medical emergencies
• Composes reports with who, what, when, where and why information
• Performs related work as assigned
• Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
• Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
• Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity
• Testifies as a witness in trial and formal hearings
• Works overtime as needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Security Officer I:

• Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Knowledge: Must have knowledge how to provide building security to building occupants.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
• Skill in effective oral and written communication
• Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
• Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
• Ability to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG work space within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
• Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
• Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
• Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
• Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%

Security Officer II – All of the above qualifications for a Security Officer I, plus:

• Experience: One year of experience as a security guard; May substitute thirty credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

Security Officer III – All of the above qualifications for a Security Officer II, plus:

• Experience: One additional year of experience as a security guard; May substitute sixty credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: Using multiple database computer systems and utilizing Internet based applications for retrieving information
• Knowledge: OAG Policy and Procedures manual
• Skills: Working with multiple criminal justice and law enforcement organizations
• Other Language: Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak another language other than English
  

TO APPLY

To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PublicSafety.pdf

THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER