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3 days ago

Security Officer I

Lower Colorado River Authority

Austin, TX

Austin, TX
Posted 3 days ago

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Job Description

Job No: 498216
FT/PT: Full-time
Regular/Project/Seasonal: Project
Location: Austin, TX 78703
City: Austin
State: Texas
Categories: Security/Law Enforcement, On-site

LCRA is looking for a team player 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, provides armed security services of LCRA property and facilities. This position develops competence by performing structured work assignments and receives instruction, guidance and direction from supervisor, manager and/or more experienced colleagues.

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 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 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. May provide field training to Security Officer Project employee incumbents.

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
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 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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