Security Officer II
Listed on 2026-06-13
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Security
Security Guard, Site Security, Security Manager, Unarmed Security
Job Basic Information
Date: Jun 2, 2026
Location: KERRVILLE, TX
Functional
Title:
Security Officer II
Job Title: Security Officer II
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Forensic Security
Posting Number: 12587
Closing Date: 07/10/2026
Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Protective Services
Salary Group: TEXAS-A-13
Salary Range: $3,100.00 - $4,365.66
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Shift: Day
Additional Shift: Days (First);
Evenings (Second);
Nights (Third)
Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
Facility
Location:
Kerrville State Hospital
Job Location City: KERRVILLE
Job Location Address: 721 THOMPSON DR
Other Locations: Kerrville
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. Your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full‑time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time‑off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.
Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.
The Security Officer performs complex (journey‑level) security work and is responsible for maintaining a secure and protective environment at the state hospital. Primary duties include monitoring alarms and surveillance cameras, patrolling the buildings and grounds, checking badges or proper identification at the campus gate, and handling after‑hours emergency calls that enhance the safety of state hospital patients, employees, and visitors. The Security Officer disseminates and coordinates emergency responses and information, and notifies facility management and law enforcement if appropriate during emergency and/or security violation situations.
The Security Officer identifies unfamiliar persons on campus and within the units as captured on surveillance cameras and during routine patrols, ensures appropriate lighting, and works under limited supervision with latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
Performs other duties as assigned, including but not limited to participating in disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation, which may require alternate shift patterns and/or location. Works nights, weekends and/or evenings for additional pay. May also earn additional pay for work performed on maximum security locations.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs)- Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule, rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy.
- Monitors surveillance cameras for unauthorized persons, fires, and unusual occurrences, reporting emergencies immediately upon discovery.
- Conducts routine patrol of buildings and grounds.
- Handles the dissemination and coordination of emergency responses and information, notifying hospital management and law enforcement personnel if appropriate.
- Assists in the apprehension of suspects, where reasonably possible, in cases of unauthorized entry, malicious mischief, or other violations.
- Prepares timely and accurate incident reports and other investigative reports relative to emergencies and/or security violations.
- Evaluates and makes recommendations for changes to security regulations.
- Performs other duties as assigned, including participation in disaster response, recovery, or COOP activation.
Skills and Abilities
(KSAs)
- Knowledge of building or premise security and use of surveillance equipment.
- Knowledge of the rules and regulations pertaining to building admissions and exits, and of alarm devices.
- Skills in oral and written communication, including writing incident and other investigative reports.
- Skill in administering CPR.
- Ability to communicate with potentially aggressive patients, visitors, and employees.
- Ability to patrol grounds, detect danger, and take appropriate action.
- Ability to prepare concise reports.
- Ability to remain…
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