Security Officer - Multiple shifts

Job Summary - Why you'll love this position

Job Location: This position will be located at 1000 E. 24th St, KCMO 64108.

Why you'll love this position:

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities

Responsibilities - What you'll do

What you'll do:
• Introductory knowledge of the rules, regulations, and policies established for the purpose of ensuring adequate facility security and protection, understanding of general law enforcement procedures in dealing with large numbers of people; of institutional rules of behavior on campus and/or grounds.
• Ability to control and direct various sized groups of people and exercise good judgment in these contacts, communicate effectively, meet the public, respond to questions, and furnish information.
• Ability to follow instructions explicitly; Ability to gain and maintain confidence of department heads and employees; Ability to remember names and faces; Ability to exercise judgment and act quickly in an emergency situation.
• Ability to coordinate security activities with outside agencies and assist in fire prevention programs; Ability to meet the physical demands of the position with or without corrective devices.
• Provides for the security and protection of property in a state office building or other public facility on an assigned shift.
• Conducts regular rounds throughout the building and/or grounds observing the demeanor of the public, employees, residents, or patients; takes necessary action to ensure that proper conduct is observed.
• Reports questionable conduct of employees, residents, patients, or the public to an immediate supervisor or other administrator. Investigates acts of vandalism or theft and works closely with law enforcement officials on investigations whenever necessary. Prepares and submits reports of infractions of laws, regulations, and/or rules that occur on the grounds or within the building. Responds to routine questions and provides directions to the public.
• Assists in implementing training programs involving security procedures; Assists in organizing and conducting searches when patients/residents walk away or escape; assists in handling agitated patients/residents.
• Takes necessary action in removing unruly individuals or detaining them until they can be turned over to the proper authorities. Dispatches institutional vehicles; receives reports of difficulties with the vehicles and arranges for repairs; checks oil and gas to assure readiness for the next dispatch. Assists other facility personnel in maintaining security and assuring that necessary precautionary measures are taken for the protection of people and property.

• Conducts fire prevention inspections and responds to all fire alarms. Receives supervision from a higher-level Security Officer or other designated administrative supervisor. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance; arrive to work on time, returns from lunch on time and minimizes unscheduled absences. Performs other related work as assigned.

Qualifications - All you need for success

Minimum Qualifications:

This is entry-level work providing for the security and protection of public property and equipment against loss or damage from theft, fire, vandalism, or other causes, and maintaining order and proper behavior of individuals and groups.
• One or more years of experience as a Security Guard with the Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System. OR
• Thirty (30) or more earned credit hours from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 6 earned credit hours in Criminal Justice. OR
• One or more years of experience in military or civilian security or law enforcement work; and, possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalencyNo disciplinary action in the previous 12 months.
• Employee must be current in mandatory training requirements and department job-specific competencies. Being current in policies will be a consideration in selecting the most qualified candidate for awarding positions. Have not received a successful bid for a posting within the last ninety (90) days. Only regular non-probationary employees are eligible to bid. (Internal candidates only)

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Job Details - More reasons to love this position

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

If you have questions about this position, please contact: Human Resources (816) 512-7404