SECURITY OFFICER

Date: Jul 1, 2024

Req ID: 41234

Location:

Conway, AR, US, 72032

Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,404.94

Position Number: 22102952

County: Faulkner

Posting End Date: 07/08/2024

Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,404.94

DDS

Hiring Manager: Joe Price

Location: Conway Human Development Center

Salary: $32,405/$15.57 hr

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Class Code: T087C

Grade: GS03

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Salary Range: $26,034.00 - $37,749.00

Summary

The Security Officer is responsible for providing security of buildings, grounds, and parking areas. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Patrols grounds and parking areas, observing for violators, safety hazards, and unauthorized persons. May issue parking tickets and take other corrective actions for minor violations, and coordinates with local law enforcement agencies for the more serious violations. Inspects buildings for fire and safety hazards, break-ins, and unsecured doors and windows and takes corrective action as needed. Transports institution residents to and from campus, subdues unruly residents, escorts to designated area, and accompanies staff to and from parking lots, as requested. Operates agency switchboard during holidays and non-working hours, receives and route calls, directs visitors, and maintains telephone and security logs. Monitors security and fire panel for security and fire detection, assists with checking the alarm systems and emergency power supply, and inspects and maintains fire extinguishers. Conducts investigation of incidents and writes investigative reports. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of buildings and grounds and public safety requirements. Ability to patrol building and grounds, investigate accidents, and enforce public safety regulations. Ability to inspect buildings and grounds and detect fire safety hazards. Ability to communicate in oral and in written form. Ability to restrain or subdue unruly persons.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market:Little Rock