Security Officer II

Overview

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Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional

Title:

Security Officer II
Job Title: Security Officer II
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Forensic Security
Posting Number: 12587
Closing Date: 03/09/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Protective Services
Salary Group: TEXAS-A-13
Salary Range: $3,100.00-$4,365.66
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day
Additional Shift: Days (First);
Evenings (Second);
Nights (Third)
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
Facility

Location:

Kerrville State Hospital
Job Location City: KERRVILLE
Job Location Address: 721 THOMPSON DR
Other Locations: Kerrville

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Brief

Job Description:

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HHSC is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need.

HHSC is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state supported living centers. The psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

Responsibilities: The Security Officer performs complex (journey-level) security work and maintains a secure environment by observing, taking action, and reporting incidents or security violations involving patients; initiates emergency response as appropriate. Primary work involves monitoring alarms and surveillance cameras, patrolling buildings and grounds, checking badges or proper identification at the campus gate, and handling after-hours emergency calls to enhance safety. The officer disseminates and coordinates emergency responses and information, and notifies facility management and law enforcement if appropriate.

Identifies unfamiliar persons on campus and within units as captured on surveillance cameras and during routine patrols. Ensures appropriate lighting for safety. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment. Completion of work requires established methods and well-defined guidelines.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties may include participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet agency obligations for disaster response and/or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. This may require alternate shift patterns or locations.

This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for evenings, nights and/or weekends, and for work in maximum security locations.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work regularly and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy; performs other duties as assigned.

Monitors surveillance cameras for unauthorized persons, fires, and unusual occurrences and reports emergencies immediately. Conducts routine…