TJJD - Security Officer II - Security Officer - Halfway HSC

How to Apply

Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and submit the following additional forms (available at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).):

• TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)
• Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)
• Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)
• Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)

All forms, copies of high school/college diploma(s), official college transcripts, licenses/certifications, and for military veterans a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214) must be attached.

The State of Texas offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Retirement plan
• Paid group health and life insurance for employees
• Paid holidays, vacation leave, and sick leave
• Longevity pay
• Educational assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Optional add‑on benefits:
  Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary ADD Insurance, Dependent Health Life Insurance, Health Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, etc.
• Certain designated positions may qualify for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

Performs complex (journey-level) security enforcement work. Duties include monitoring and patrolling grounds; checking employees, youth, and visitors; inspecting and safeguarding property; maintaining facility security; and traffic control. Work is conducted under general supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment. The role may require working in excess of 40 hours per week and being on call.

• Control entrances and exits to secured buildings; patrol grounds; monitor for unauthorized persons, fires, and unusual occurrences; immediately report emergencies.
• Authorize entrance and departure of employees, youth, visitors, and other authorized personnel.
• Identify, report, confront, and/or apprehend persons/suspects in cases of unauthorized entry or exit.
• Greets visitors and maintains records of all persons entering/exiting.
• Ensure doors and windows are locked and lights operated as required.
• Respond to alarms and investigate disturbances.
• Report any presence or perception of racial, ethnic, or gender disparities.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Comply with agency safety policies and procedures; report and correct hazards when possible.
• Complete required documentation for accidents/injuries within requested time frames.
• Attend work on a regular and predictable schedule per agency policies.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Texas driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Level II or III security guard license issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
• Military police experience.
• Military experience.

Experience and Education Substitutions

• One year of appropriate experience may substitute for one year of college (30 course hours) on a year-for-year basis.
• Undergraduate course hours may substitute for up to four years of experience (30 course hours for one year of experience).
• Graduate course hours may substitute for up to two years of experience (12 graduate course hours for one year of experience).
• Pro‑rated part‑time experience may satisfy the experience requirement.
• All degrees, diplomas, high school equivalents, or course hours must be from an accredited institution.

• Maintain a valid driver’s license; failure to maintain required license will result in termination.
• Position is subject to mandatory pre‑employment drug testing; offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results.

• Knowledge of emergency reporting procedures.
• Skill in meeting and handling individuals entering and exiting a security environment.
• Skill in monitoring and assessing situations.
• Skill in determining an appropriate response.
• Skill in verbal communication with others.
• Skill in use of monitoring, surveillance, and detection equipment.
• Skill in operating computers and using applicable software.
• Ability to enforce security rules and regulations.
• Ability to remain alert, observant, and physically able to respond appropriately, including physical restraint of youth.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, files, or logs.
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and take effective action.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in excess of 40 hours per week and be on call.

• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to see.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided to individuals with disabilities.