Security Officer I (On-Site)

Job No: 499837 FT/PT: Full-time Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular Location: Austin, TX 78732 City: Austin State: Texas Categories: Security/Law Enforcement, On-site

The LCRA Security team is looking for a great teammate that is very customer service oriented. Our ideal candidate will strive for excellence in all areas of their work and exemplify LCRA’s values of focusing on service, taking initiative, showing respect, operating with integrity and focusing on safety. If you are looking to work in a great company, for amazing benefits and training and to be part of our mission to enhance the lives of Central Texans, this is the job for you!

You will be trusted to:

At an entry-level, our security officers provide armed security services of LCRA property and facilities. This position develops competence by performing structured work assignments and receives instruction, guidance, and direction from their supervisor, manager, and/or more experienced colleagues. You can expect to:

- Perform security patrols at assigned LCRA facility and/or stand assigned post to detect and prevent crime.

- Assist police officers with the apprehension of suspects and other emergencies. Arrest under limited circumstances (felonies or breaches of the peace).

- Assist individuals with special needs and escort employees and visitors as requested.

- Assist emergency medical personnel as needed. Respond to calls for service, calls for assistance, and special assignments.

- Report security violations and equipment failures and other security or safety-related situations to the supervisor.

- Operate electronic security equipment (i.e., CCTV, video recorders, card access, 2-way radios, and alarm equipment).

- Assist in conducting investigations and write reports on accidents, incidents, suspicious activities, safety and fire hazards, and other security-related situations.

- Perform special assignments.

- Provide an elevated level of security response and incident reporting as required for Critical Infrastructure sites and to comply with North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) mandated standards.

- Assist dispatch and enforce visitor and contract badge procedures.

You qualify with:

Specific to Project employment:

- Ability to obtain and maintain Texas Private Security Board Level III Security Officer commission

- Zero or more years of experience in security, first responder, or military.

- Driver’s license

- Ability to obtain and maintain Texas Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center (TCIC/NCIC) CJP certification

- Complete National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification

- Ability to obtain and maintain certification in Basic First Aid, AED, and CPR

- Must pass the CJIS fingerprint-based background investigation according to the State of Texas standards

- Maintain all CJIS training requirements

You are a great fit with:

- Physical response time of 45 minutes from posted location

- Exceptional Customer Service Skills

- Prior Critical Infrastructure Security experience

- A valid Texas Private Security Board Level III Commission Security Officer License.

You gain:

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

- Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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