Security Officer
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1900 Aldrich Street
Austin Texas 78723
United States
WHO WE ARE:
Service Respect and Connection are core to the individual and collective TRS experience. We knowthat great service rests on a foundation of relationships that connect us all to an empowering and rewarding career. At TRS were inspired by our employees who bring authenticity and commitment to our mission to improve the retirement security of public education employees and retirees throughoutTexas. As a group of achievers we tap collaboration and innovation to raise the bar in performance administering and counseling pensions and healthcare benefits to ensure certainty for the future of our members. We invite you to join us where both personal and career growth are respected and where you can make a difference in our members lives every day.
The Security Officer is responsible for monitoring and ensuring the safety of the agencys facilities. The incumbent will conduct routine surveillance of facilities grounds parking areas and property maintain access control and provide general security services to employees members and visitors. This position may require performance of duties and travel between the various TRS locations. This position will proactively work with the Security team and agency employees.
Salary Range: $46305.00- $55455.00
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Surveillance/Access Control
Monitors agency facilities grounds and parking areas utilizing a computerized security monitoring system of more than 200 security cameras.
Monitors operates and responds to computerized alarm systems.
Monitors movements and actions of service trade custodial and
other personnel after normal working hours utilizing computerized security monitoring systems.
Performs routine motorized security cart and/or foot patrols of agency facilities buildings grounds surface lots and parking garages.
Observes and notifies appropriate personnel of safety hazards damaged or faulty equipment and other unusual occurrences. Creates service tickets as necessary.
Programs creates and/or issues agency access/identification cards and badges for staff contractors and visitors to provide entry into designated areas.
Monitors access card usage and control devices utilizing computerized security monitoring system and investigates any suspicious activity and/or unsecured areas.
Prevents unauthorized personnel from entering facilities.
Maintains accurate key inventory including detailed record of keys issued and keys returned.
Escorts employees and visitors to and from parking areas and throughout facilities during non-business hours and/or as necessary.
Maintains records of parking assignments including communicating with staff and modifying parking assignments as necessary.
Monitors parking issues citations and communicates with staff and managers regarding parking violations.
Completes daily reports and other special reports as required.
Accepts agency related deliveries during non-business hours.
Security
Provides general security services for employees members visitors and all TRS facilities grounds and property.
Protects agency facilities grounds and property against theft fire and vandalism.
Provides prompt response to emergencies and other security related situations throughout agency facilities grounds and parking areas.
Promptly notifies appropriate emergency services as necessary.
Assists with responsibility for operations of the Security Control Room.
Corrects minor safety and mechanical hazards when possible.
Ensures compliance with energy conservation practices during nonbusiness hours.
Provides other security related agency support as necessary.
Performs related work as assigned.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
Required Education
High School Diploma or GED.
Required Experience
Three (3) years of full-time directly related progressively responsible experience in monitoring and ensuring the safety of an agencys facilities or similarly related experience.
A bachelors degree in a directly related field may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
Required Registration Certification or Licensure
Valid Texas drivers license and acceptable driving record.
Certification as a Level II Security Officer must be obtained within six (6) months of employment if not already certified.
Preferred Qualifications
Valid Texas drivers license and acceptable driving record.
Relevant prior military law enforcement and/or corrections experience.
Experience with computerized security and alarm systems.
Experience with Access Control and Security Management System software.
Experience with Surveillance software.
Certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) first aid and automated external defibrillator (AED).
Fluent in functional English and Spanish.
Knowledge of:
General security and surveillance practices computerized security and alarm systems and customer service principles and practices.
Skills in:
Using a computer in a Windows environment with word processing and other business related software.
Effective verbal communication including telephone communication and active listening.
Effective written communication including writing clear concise and legible reports.
Operating multiple security systems.
Providing quality customer service.
Utilizing a mobile device in daily routine for current and emerging technologies.
Ability to:
Exercise sound judgment and initiative.
React quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
Remain alert and observant of surroundings at all times.
Work without immediate supervision.
Establish and maintain professional working relationships with co workers agency staff contractors members and other visitors.
Work in a professional team environment.
Change work environments at different locations.
Complete various forms of reporting to include incident reports.
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Codes:
Veterans Reservists or Guardsmen with experience in the Military Occupational Specialty ( ) along with the minimum qualifications listed above may meet the minimum requirements and are highly encouraged to apply. Please contact Talent Acquisition at with questions or for additional information.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
