Building Security Coordinator/Supervisor (Travis County Employees Only)

Travis County•Austin, TX

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Travis County’s Office of Security & Protection is seeking a dedicated Building Security Supervisor/Coordinator to lead our team in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff, visitors, and facilities. This role offers the opportunity to oversee daily security operations, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and provide leadership that fosters professionalism and accountability. Functions as a working supervisor overseeing the work performed by Security Officers who are providing basic building security for County facilities. Oversees shift during normal business hours, after hours, weekends and holidays. Assigns equipment and vehicles, schedules officers to posts and/or patrol routes. Provides control access in County facilities. Manages private security contracts. Performs a variety of administrative, skilled or technical tasks of a specialized nature. Security of employees and the public is a major element in the performance of duties assigned to this job classification.

Requirements

High School diploma or G.E.D.
Three (3) years of building security or related experience, with one (1) year in a lead or supervisor position.
Valid Texas Driver's License.
Must pass a criminal background check for CJIS clearance.
Applicants are required to successfully pass the background investigation, including fingerprint clearance.
Knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques.
Knowledge of methods, procedures and techniques used in operating security systems.
Knowledge of policies, practices, procedures and methods of providing building security services.
Knowledge of security surveillance systems operations and capabilities.
Knowledge of principles and practices of supervising assigned staff.
Knowledge of applicable safety practices and regulations.
Skill in supervising others including application of supervisory principles, practices and techniques.
Skill in interacting positively with the public.
Skill in coordinating the work activities of assigned staff.
Skill in both verbal and written communication including conveying and following instructions.
Skill in using computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations and a variety of software packages.
Skill in business English, spelling and arithmetic.
Skill in record keeping.
Ability to recognize and report needed repairs, security risks and dangers.
Ability to physically perform assigned security duties with alertness.
Ability to be firm and use tact in enforcing regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
Ability to handle stressful situations.
Ability to work independently and efficiently.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials and the general public.
Ability to manage time well and meet timelines.
Ability to supervise the work of subordinates and instruct them in proper work methods and procedures.
Ability to provide training classes as required and needed.
Ability to understand and follow instructions and to communicate effectively with subordinates, public and others.

Responsibilities

Assigns duties to security crew members, maintains work schedules to ensure proper coverage for 24/7 coverage of all county buildings.
Inspects work for quality and explains needed improvements in performance.
Conducts performance evaluations and any required disciplinary actions.
Provides on-the-job training for assigned crewmembers in proper security techniques and procedures.
Monitors private security contract and ensures compliance with guard availability and workstation coverage as required.
Operates radio and maintains contact with other posts.
Monitors radio for routine and emergency transmissions.
Monitors security cameras to track normal movement and identify security violations in all areas.
Provides surveillance of activity.
Monitors and distributes security access cards as needed.
Ensures the monitoring of heating and air conditioning systems for proper operation during non- business hours.
Ensures checks are performed within facilities for leaks during rainstorms.
Ensures and receives all information regarding malfunctioning equipment and monitors buildings and properties for equipment failure or vandalism.
Notifies proper emergency contacts for repairs as required.
Monitors routine building checks.
Review daily logs and report and addresses any situations that may require follow-up.
Documents any incident/accident/performance situations.
Assists in the hiring and promotion of new building security staff.
Attend training and certification courses as needed and as required by the Department, in order to maintain certifications and skills necessary to perform the job.
Communicates with County department management, staff, and Parking vendors concerning parking issues or changes in Travis County parking management practice and/or policy.
Addresses employee inquiries, alerts employees about changes in parking status, changes in parking areas, revised restrictions, and other parking-related information.
Assists in developing and maintaining parking-related policies, procedures and practices for effective management of parking operations.
Monitors County parking facilities through conducting audits and/or staff counts and enforces the County Parking Policy and other policies.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.