Security Officer II

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  Security Officer II
• Job Title: Security Officer II
• Agency: Health & Human Services Commission
• Department: Security
• Posting Number: 18172
• Closing Date: 07/19/2026
• Salary Range: $3,100.00 - $4,365.66 monthly
• Pay Frequency: Monthly
• Shift: Regular Night
• Additional Shift: Days (First);
  Evenings (Second);
  Nights (Third)
• Travel: Up to 5%
• Full Time/Part Time: Full time
• FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

• City: Denton
• Address: 3980 State School Rd

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) as a Security Officer II in Denton, TX. Your work will ensure the safety and security of residents, employees, and visitors at state-supported living centers serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

• Maintain a secure environment at the facility by observing, taking action, and reporting incidents or security violations involving residents.
• Monitor alarms and surveillance cameras, patrol buildings and grounds, check badges or identification at facility gate/entrance, and handle after-hours emergency calls.
• Initiate emergency response as appropriate and disseminate information, notifying facility management and law enforcement when necessary.
• Perform monthly fire extinguisher inspections in all buildings and assist with fire drills and life safety checks.
• Identify unfamiliar persons on campus and ensure appropriate lighting for safety.
• May train and mentor other security officers.
• Work under general supervision with moderate latitude for initiative.
• Attend mandatory training to meet requirements and develop professionally.
• Participate in disaster response or continuity of operations activation as required.

• Attend work on a regular basis, following a specific shift schedule or rotating schedule, extended shift, and/or overtime as required.
• Monitor surveillance cameras for unauthorized persons, fires, and unusual occurrences; report emergencies immediately.
• Conduct routine patrols, taking appropriate action for unauthorized persons or activities.
• Respond to fire alarms, investigate causes, and take emergency action if necessary.
• Assist in apprehending suspects where reasonably possible.
• Prepare timely and accurate documentation of emergencies and/or security violations.
• Evaluate and recommend changes to security regulations.
• Train, coach, and mentor new security officers.
• Active participation in disaster response and/or recovery or COOP activation.

• Knowledge of building security, surveillance equipment, and rules for building admissions and exits.
• Skill in oral and written communication, including writing incident reports.
• Ability to communicate with potentially aggressive residents, visitors, and employees.
• Ability to patrol grounds, detect danger, and take appropriate action.
• Physical ability to walk extensively, run occasionally, and assist in restraining during an emergency.
• Ability to drive a state-vehicle.
• Ability to prepare concise reports.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to remain calm, reasonable, and react quickly in emergencies.
• Skill in defusing potentially difficult situations.
• Skill in monitoring and assessing situations and determining appropriate response.
• Knowledge of basic traffic and parking regulations.

• High School diploma, GED, or 12 months of work experience.
• Work experience in security, law enforcement, or military preferred.
• Experience with people with intellectual or developmental disabilities or mental health issues preferred.

• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license or obtain it within 90 days after hire date.
• Applicants with an out-of-state license must provide an original certified driving record.

• Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks.
• Males aged 18–25 must register with Selective Service.
• All State Supported Living Center employees are subject to random drug testing.
• Flexibility in work hours may be required; the position may require overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Not eligible for telework.

In compliance with the ADA, HHSC will provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process.

HHSC uses E-Verify. Bring I-9 documentation to the first day of work.

Denton

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