Security Officer

Job Summary - Why you'll love this positionSecurity Officer 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

Created: 2026-03-10