Job Description
The primary responsibility of the Security Officer CSO is to provide safe and secure environment during the shift within the
boundaries of the assigned position and/or post. The officer will assist the general public, staff or patients in all matters of
safety and security. The security officer patrols an assigned area and/or facility. The Security Officer CSO stands a post as
instructed and serves as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; detects
suspicious activities; watches for criminal acts or client rule infractions and addressed them appropriately. This position
responds to all incidents as dispatched providing assistance as needed, protecting personnel and property within reason and
securing the incident scene until properly relieved. This position conducts initial investigation of incidents, and is responsible
for documenting incident details and completing all appropriate reports and forms as necessary.
High school diploma or GED required
Licenses/Certifications:
LCSO - Commissioned Security Office within 90 days of entering position
CHSO - Basic HC Security Officer within 180 days of entering position
TDR - Texas Driver's License within 90 days of entering position
BLS - Cert-Basic Life Support
Physical fitness test required
1 year experience in security, law enforcement, or military required
A Bachelor's degree may substitute for the 1 year of required Security, law enforcement, or military experience