About this role
Serves as the Governmental Letter of Authority (GLOA) Security Officer specially commissioned to patrol and perform regulatory duties related to the safeguarding of Dallas County property. Works outside direct supervision, completes routine police reports and forms, carries firearms and intermediate weapons; attends TXDPS and law enforcement in-service training; enforces fire code/county ordinances and other life safety codes; monitors fire and life safety equipment; operates patrol vehicles and directs traffic; assists Marshal Service peace officers as directed.
Management Scope: May provide leadership to Public Safety Screeners.
Education, Experience and Training:
Graduation from an accredited high school/GED Program. Fifteen (15) college hours preferred. One (1) year of satisfactory security experience OR work-related experience OR active military service with an honorable discharge.
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License, with a good driving record. Must be 21 years of age and meet the minimum mental and physical standards, be certified by the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau and have completed a board approved 40-hour training program (level three training) and be awarded a certificate of completion from a board approved security officer training school. Knowledge and proficiency in the safe handling of firearms and maintain departmental firearms proficiency standards. Mandatory physical and psychological exam. Mandatory drug testing prior to employment, and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment.
Physical/Environmental Requirements:
Binocular vision, correctable to 20/30. Able to discriminate between standard colors. Capable of hearing ordinary conversation at ten feet, with each ear. The use of hearing aid is permissible.