St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center – South Campus, 5300 Arsenal St. St. Louis, MO. 63139

St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center provides specialized care for clients diagnosed with mental illness. We are looking for a Security Officer to ensure that our facility, including clients and staff, remain safe and undisturbed.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular rounds throughout the facility and/or grounds observing the demeanor of public, employees, residents or clients
Takes necessary action to ensure that proper conduct is followed
Investigates acts of vandalism or theft and works closely with law enforcement officials on investigations as needed
Prepares reports of infractions of laws, regulations and/or rules that occur on the grounds or within the building
Reports questionable conduct of employees, residents, clients or the public to an immediate supervisor or other administrator
Response to routine questions and provides directions to the public
Directs and controls traffic at parking lots of public buildings/facilities. May include installing traffic signs around emergency areas
Assists in implementing training programs involving security procedures
Assists in organizing and conducting searches when residents/clients walk away or escape. Also assisting with distressed residents/clients
Takes necessary action in removing unruly individuals or detaining them until proper authorities arrive
Dispatches facility vehicles; receives reports of difficulties with vehicles and arranges for repairs and also checks oil/gas to ensure readiness for the next use
Transports staff, residents/clients and/or suspects as needed
Assists other facility personnel in maintaining security and ensuring that necessary precautionary measures are taken for the protection of individuals and property
Conducts fire prevention inspections and responds to all fire alarms
Performs work in accordance with established rules and regulations; receives supervision from a higher level Security Officer or other designated administrative supervisor
Performs other related work as assigned

Eligibility

Possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency
One or more years of experience as a Security Guard with the State of Missouri, or experience in military, civilian security, law enforcement or experience within an intermediate/maximum security mental health facility performing security functions
Possess a valid driver’s license

Excellent State Of Missouri Benefit Package Including

Affordable Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
Paid Basic Life Insurance (amount equivalent to annual salary)
Cafeteria Plan
Deferred Compensation
MOSERS Retirement (Members contribute 4% of pay, to Mosers plan and 1% towards Deferred Compensation)
12 paid holidays per year
13 hours of annual leave accrued per month
10 hours of sick leave accrued per month

State of Missouri

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