Security Intern

Job Location: This position will be located at the Harry S Truman Building, 301 W High St., Jefferson City, MO 65101.

Why you’ll love this position:

Your work as an Intern with the State of Missouri, Office of Administration (OA) will allow you to network with those in your chosen profession while serving the citizens of Missouri. Our internship with the Division of Facilities, Maintenance, Design and Construction’s (FMDC) Security Unit offers an opportunity to receive meaningful work experience in the security and building operations fields. You will perform entry-level tasks while taking part in skills development activities and projects. The internship schedule is flexible at 20-40 hours per week.

What you’ll do:

• Serve as a liaison between OA-FMDC and customers to address state-owned building concerns
• Review project plans and assist in the maintenance and installation of multiple systems including Security, Fire, and CCTV systems
• Perform security inspections and generate reports and documentation for security-related incidents
• Back up and assist Badge Office team members with daily badge processing and other related tasks
• Support Security Manager with guard contracts and oversight of the guard contract
• Contribute to the coordination of safety and security programs to promote a safe and secure working environment for state team members and customers
• Assist in implementation of agency-wide security protocols and compliance of policies and procedures

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program or in a technical or vocational college
• The ability to work as part of a team or individually on tasks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent administrative, time management, and organizational skills
• Effective communication skills
• Detail-oriented
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with short deadlines

Preferred Field(s) of Study

• Facilities Management and Operations
• Security
• Emergency Management

*This position may be physically demanding. Examples of job duties may include prolonged periods of walking/standing/sitting/bending, climbing ladders, ability to lift up to 50 lbs., working in inclement weather and working on uneven surfaces. This list is not all inclusive, but a general representation of duties that may be encountered in this position.

Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate's name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers a robust benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health-insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To better understand the full value of working for the State of Missouri, check out our 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 .

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