Security Supervisor

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Functional

Title:

Security Supervisor

Job Title:

Program Supervisor I

Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm

Department:
Security

Posting Number: 12677

Closing Date: 01/23/2026

Posting Audience:
Internal and External

Occupational Category:
Management

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-18

Salary Range: $3,793.41 - $5,921.25

Pay Frequency:
Monthly

Shift: Regular Night

Additional

Shift: Days (First);
Evenings (Second);
Nights (Third)

Telework:
Not Eligible for Telework

Travel:
Up to 10%

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full Time/Part Time:
Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Exempt

Facility

Location:

San Antonio State Hospital

Job Location City: SAN ANTONIO

Job Location Address: 6711 S NEW BRAUNFELS

Other Locations:
San Antonio

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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 like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need.

HSCS is comprised of eleven psychiatric hospitals, two 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.

The Program Supervisor I (Assistant Supervisor) performs routine (journey-level) administrative and supervisory work within the State Hospital System security program. The Assistant Security Supervisor oversees the operation of the security department specifically providing guidance and training on Security and Safety related processes and procedures to other security team members. The Assistant Security Supervisor evaluates and makes recommendations for changes to the security program that will increase the professionalism and efficiency of the department, including cost saving measures.

Supervises the work of others. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Assists in the operations of the security department and supervises the work of assigned security officers. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, reviewing applications, interviewing candidates, selecting and hiring potential employees, scheduling and assigning workload, establishing performance measures, evaluating work performance, providing feedback and guidance, recommending staff development and training, recommending personnel and disciplinary actions, scheduling and approving leave. Prepares the security schedule and meets with staff on regular daily basis at shift change.

Reviews security incident reports for accuracy and timeliness. Reports will be sent to Security Director, Safety Risk Management personnel, other departments, and senior leadership as warranted. Archives the final report according to the incident title, date, and year in a database for future retrieval.

Assists with evaluating and developing processes, guidelines, and standards to achieve the overall organizational goals for the security department annually. Implements improved processes based on best practices.

Develops security department program procedures, policies, rules, and regulations in conjunction with Texas Private Security Bureau.

Prepares the security department budget requests by…