Armed Physical Security Officer - Night Shift

ERCOT • Taylor, TX

37d • $20 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Armed Physical Security Officer provides access control and protection for ERCOT against unauthorized intrusion or acts of sabotage. This role is responsible for a variety of customer service and security-related duties, including providing information and assistance to visitors, employees, and staff; patrolling areas to detect security, safety, and/or fire hazards; securing buildings; monitoring and controlling access to buildings and parking lots; information security; reporting incidents through detailed documentation; responding to calls for service; and assisting local authorities during emergencies.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a physical security, law enforcement, corrections, military capacity.
• If applicable, provide DD214 discharge document with discharge status indicated.
• Pass a physical abilities test in accordance with the Security Training and Qualification Guidelines.
• Pass State-required training or other qualifications for licensing.
• Must be able to pass periodic physical fitness tests demonstrating the ability to meet heavy physical demands such as patrolling, performing emergency response/rescue functions, and apprehending/detaining violators.
• Must possess a current level III commissioned security officer license or complete and pass all requirements outlined in Texas Administrative Code 35.81 to acquire and maintain a Level III commissioned security officer license within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 2 years TXDPS Level III security experience operating under the ERCOT Security Training and Qualification Plan.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency and knowledge in an administrative or technical area.
• Applies acquired job skills and ERCOT policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks and expand skills.
• Works on assignments that are usually within an area of expertise that are semi-routine in nature.
• Applies knowledge and understanding to resolve most problems and issues but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice.
• Normally follows established procedures on routine work and requires instructions on new and/or complex assignments.
• May provide informal guidance to lower level colleagues.
• As a state licensed Level III commissioned security officer, will be required to carry an ERCOT issued firearm at all times while on duty.
• Control access of personnel, materials and vehicles.
• Process security access of visitors.
• Operate radios, telephones and computer equipment.
• Monitor alarm system and CCTV equipment.
• Perform security patrols and observe any and all activity at assigned post.
• Provide first responder services as needed.
• Report equipment malfunctions that could have adverse impact to security, safety or operations.
• Deter criminal activity, misconduct and safety violations.
• Interact with ERCOT employees, contractors and visitors at ERCOT facilities with courtesy and professionalism.
• Be available to provide security services at other ERCOT locations as needed.
• Compose reports for record of events and/or incidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, life insurance, long/short-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, Section 125 Flexible Spending Account, and a Retirement Savings Plan.
• 401(k) plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED