Security Officer

Southeast Missouri Mental Health Center is seeking an individual who is both efficient, and a goal oriented team member to join one of our Security Departments within the facility. This is first-level security work accountable for protecting public property and equipment against loss or damage from theft, fire, vandalism, or other causes, and maintaining order and proper behavior of individuals and groups for a state facility. Implements lockdown procedures within a residential unit and provides escorting/transportation as needed. Works under direct supervision and governed by detailed procedures and practices and the employee is familiar with the pattern of work.

Job Location: This full time position will be located at 1016 W. Columbia St. Farmington, MO 63640 at the Sex Offender Rehabilitation and Treatment Services program (SORTS). Regular work schedule will be Friday through Tuesday 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm with Wednesday/Thursday off. Occasional coverage on other shifts may be necessary at times to meet the needs of SMMHC.

Why you’ll love this position:

Southeast Missouri Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. There are many benefits to becoming a Security Officer including:

• Having a physically active job will lead to a healthier lifestyle.
• Gaining personal satisfaction from helping people and making a difference
• Working as part of a team.

Apart from providing security, the Security teams performs additional duties according to the specific needs of the facility.

The State of Missouri offers a great benefit package: https://oa.mo.gov/personnel/state-employees/employee-benefits

What you’ll do:

• This is first-level security work accountable for protecting public property and equipment against loss or damage from theft, fire, vandalism, or other causes, and maintaining order and proper behavior of individuals and groups for a state facility.
• Implements lockdown procedures within a residential unit and provides escorting/transportation needed.
• Works under direct supervision and governed by detailed procedures and practices.

All you need for success as Security Officer:

Knowledge of the buildings and grounds patrolled, and rules and regulations pertaining to facility security requirements. Knowledge of entry-control operations. Ability to follow a prescribed routine in making rounds to monitor assigned buildings and/or grounds. Ability to walk for long periods, both indoors and outdoors under varying work and climatic conditions. Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid vehicle operator’s license. 1 year of relevant experience

• Please note that documentation that supports your eligibility (i.e. transcripts, employment records, etc.) may be required at any time during the application and hiring process. If you do not possess the minimum qualifications, please consider one of many other employment opportunities with the State of Missouri.

Applications can be completed on the website: https://mocareers.mo.gov/hiretrue/mo/mocareers/index.html

Or, they can turn in an in person application to Human Resources, 1010 W. Columbia St., Farmington, MO 63640.

EOE/AA/ADA

Knowledge of the buildings and grounds patrolled, and rules and regulations pertaining to facility security requirements. Knowledge of entry-control operations. Ability to follow a prescribed routine in making rounds to monitor assigned buildings and/or grounds. Ability to walk for long periods, both indoors and outdoors under varying work and climatic conditions. Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid vehicle operator’s license.

Typical Qualifications: 1 year of relevant experience

For more information, please contact Human Resources at 573-218-6800.

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• State of Missouri

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