About the position
The Security Officer serves as the Governmental Letter of Authority (GLOA) Security Officer, specifically commissioned to patrol and perform regulatory duties related to the safeguarding of Dallas County property. This role operates outside of direct supervision and is responsible for completing routine police reports and forms, carrying firearms and intermediate weapons, and attending TXDPS and law enforcement in-service training. The Security Officer enforces fire codes, county ordinances, and other life safety codes while monitoring fire and life safety equipment. Additionally, the officer operates patrol vehicles, directs traffic, and assists Marshal Service peace officers as directed. In detail, the Security Officer performs security duties in and around County property, assists in controlling disturbances and access, and takes necessary actions to prevent injury to persons and loss of property. The officer is required to report all circumstances to their immediate supervisor and complete court-ready police reports. Responsibilities also include responding to fire alarms, bomb threats, medical emergencies, burglar alarms, and other calls for service. The officer helps coordinate the evacuation of buildings when necessary and oversees the screening of individuals entering the Courts buildings of Dallas County, documenting any issues that arise. The Security Officer is also responsible for reporting maintenance needs identified during rounds and operates as dispatch for maintenance after hours and on weekends. The role involves enforcing County ordinances and policies, extinguishing lights, securing doors during non-business hours, patrolling, and escorting County personnel. The officer must be prepared to work in inclement weather conditions and document lost and found merchandise, confiscated items, and contraband, notifying the supervisor in charge of any issues. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Responsibilities
- Patrol and perform regulatory duties related to the safeguarding of Dallas County property.
- Complete routine police reports and forms.
- Carry firearms and intermediate weapons as required.
- Attend TXDPS and law enforcement in-service training.
- Enforce fire codes, county ordinances, and other life safety codes.
- Monitor fire and life safety equipment.
- Operate patrol vehicles and direct traffic.
- Assist Marshal Service peace officers as directed.
- Control disturbances and access on County property.
- Respond to fire alarms, bomb threats, medical emergencies, and burglar alarms.
- Help coordinate evacuation of buildings when necessary.
- Oversee screening of persons entering the Courts buildings of Dallas County.
- Document maintenance needs identified while performing rounds.
- Enforce County ordinances and policies on County property.
- Extinguish lights and secure doors during non-business hours.
- Patrol and escort County personnel as needed.
- Document lost and found merchandise, confiscated items, and contraband.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited high school/GED Program.
- Fifteen (15) college hours preferred.
- One (1) year of satisfactory security experience or work-related experience or active military service with an honorable discharge.
- Must have a valid Texas Driver's License with a good driving record.
- Must be 21 years of age and meet minimum mental and physical standards.
- Certification by the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau and completion of a board-approved 40-hour training program (level three training).
- Knowledge and proficiency in the safe handling of firearms and maintenance of departmental firearms proficiency standards.
- Mandatory physical and psychological exam.
- Mandatory drug testing prior to employment and subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in law enforcement or military service.
- Knowledge of emergency response procedures.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage of $23.61.
- Opportunities for overtime.
- Training and development programs.
- Health and wellness programs.
