Security Monitor

Job Title

Security Monitor - CSCD

Pay Rate

United States of America (Hourly)

Time Type

Full time

Summary

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Screen all individuals and items entering public entrances to the Satellite office building;
• Operate metal detector, x-ray scanning equipment, and other surveillance equipment;
• Conduct regular walk-through security checks of the interior and exterior office buildings;
• Monitor, test and respond to emergency alarm systems;
• Responsible for issuing receipts and securing payments by probationers in controlled safe;
• Perform general clerical functions including answering incoming calls; screen and log in arrival times of probationers; and provide prompt notification to the officers of probationer’s arrival.
• Deal with the public and at times with difficult people;
• Maintain a smooth running waiting area;
• In-process visitors and direct or escort to appropriate location;
• Control security doors to allow for authorized delivery, vendor, and law enforcement access;
• Monitor security camera live feeds and investigate incidents using the security camera system;
• Ability to drive various types of vehicles not to exceed Class C licensing;
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of security practices and procedures;
• Knowledge of security equipment and monitoring techniques;
• Ability to communicate verbally by telephone and radio;
• Skilled in monitoring multiple surveillance screens simultaneously;  
• Ability to adjust to rapidly fluctuating situations and to deal with hostile, abusive, or irrational individuals;
• Ability to collect payments and provide written receipts to probationers;
• Ability to operate a personal computer, two-way radio, and closed circuit TV;
• Ability to recognize and detect potential weapons or contraband;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization and the general public.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions;
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Basic skills in operation of standard office equipment;
• Basic knowledge in operating Windows-based word processing and spreadsheet software;
• Basic knowledge of CSS Case Management System.

Working With Bexar County

Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee’s spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.

Employee Benefits | Bexar County, TX - Official Website

Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.