Arkansas Highway Police Security Guard

Overview

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for security duties at the Central Office complex to enhance safety and security for Department employees and visitors and to ensure that Department property is protected against fire, theft, and vandalism.

• Make walking rounds and conduct visual security checks of buildings and grounds.
• Monitor Central Office security camera video.
• Monitor security systems for proper functionality and correct and/or report any malfunctions.
• Greet visitors and issue visitor badges and employee day passes as required.
• Monitor mobile two-way radio and telephone.

Education and experience:

Ability to read, write and accurately receive and forward emergency communications.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Ability to operate and verbally communicate using a mobile two-way radio.

Working conditions:

Ability to work shifts.

Licenses, registrations and certifications:
Valid driver’s license.

A pre‑employment drug/alcohol test will be conducted after a contingent offer of employment or transfer has been made, and prior to the candidate performing any work for the Department in that capacity. Internal applicants who are already in a safety‑sensitive position will not be subject to pre‑employment drug/alcohol testing; however, offers to internal applicants who are not in a safety‑sensitive position will be contingent upon pre‑employment drug/alcohol testing, subject to additional testing under the ARDOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.

A criminal background check will be required to determine suitability of employment, and failure to meet these standards may result in rejection or termination from that position.

This position does not require the theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge or a bachelor’s degree or higher in the field; thus, the position is not eligible for H‑1B visa sponsorship.