SECURITY OFFICER  ( INSTORE SITE )

Monitors an extensive camera system that provides visual observation, the emergency notification system and the radio traffic throughout the assigned facility.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Monitors an extensive camera system that provides visual observation of the assigned facility.
2. Monitors the emergency notification system and notifies the appropriate persons in case of emergency in the facility.
3. Monitors the radio communication in the assigned facility.
4. Monitors and controls the movement of persons in and out of secured areas, which may include sally ports, holdover cells, inmate housing areas, public areas, restricted access elevators and loading docks. Controls the security of the assigned facility.
5. Operates the security control system.
6. Receives incoming phone calls and assists or forwards the calls to the appropriate person.
7. Monitors and tracks the movement of prisoners into and out of the facility.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.  Minimum Requirements: High School diploma or GED. One (1) year related experience. Must possess a Security license or  valid Jailer Certification and Driver’s License. Must have the ability to obtain a Texas Driver’s license within 30 days of hiring. Must be a U.S. Citizen.  Physical Demands and Work Environment & Other Requirements: This position requires that the individual be able to walk and sit. Must be able to respond to emergencies, which may include the use of physical force. Occasional exposure to communicable diseases, toxins, and violent people. Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, evenings and nights.

There is exposure to household type cleaning agents (such as diluted bleach, alcohol based window cleaner, chlorine based cleanser); and occasional exposure to pesticides. There is occasional exposure to inmate control devices that emit pepper agents via aerosol spray, gel or foam. There is the potential of exposure to toxic smoke