Job Description
Job Description APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE COMPLETED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS RECRUIT AT: APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Applicants may submit applications through Work In Texas (WIT), however applicants must complete the supplemental questions in CAPPS Recruit to be considered for the position. In order to complete the supplemental questions, please register and/or login to CAPPS Recruit and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In (Link:
Your job application must be complete and thorough including responding to all the supplemental questions. Your application must contain complete job histories, which includes job titles, dates of employment, name of employer and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete.
Resumes do not take the place of this required information. NOTES TO THE APPLICANT: TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals.Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate.The Texas Military Department provides a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:
- Health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
- Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive rates
- Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidays
- Defined benefit retirement structure known as a cash balance benefit, with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually
- Additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs)
- Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
- Potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent)
- Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures
- Robust free training access through Texas Military Department's Web-Based Learning Program
- Expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services
- Employee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs
Military membership is not required for this position.
ABOUT US: Our Agency : The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department (State & Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and the Texas State Guard (TXSG).
Our Vision: America's premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.
Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad.
BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY Performs highly complex (senior-level) security enforcement work safeguarding priority resources, buildings, personnel, and other equipment belonging to the Texas Military Department, and the Department of Defense (DoD). Guards and patrols property against loss or damage from fire, theft, vandalism, accident, or trespass; maintaining order and protecting life. Implements and enforces security standards, policies, and procedures. Assists Senior Shift Lead with oversight of daily shift operations and provides direction and guidance to lower-level security officers. Reports to the Senior Shift Lead and works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Work Hours: Shift Work, 40 Hours a Week
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Oversees, monitors and authorizes entrance and departure of employees, visitors and other persons to maintain security of installation premises to include providing directions, assistance, or information and issuing visitor passes.
- Performs Installation Entry Controller duties and provides overwatch during minimum traffic times.
- Patrols base to protect against suspicious activity and assure the safety and security of property, personnel, buildings and equipment.
- Performs after-duty hour checks of buildings and alarmed facilities.
- Responds to alarms and investigate events.
- Obtains witness, victim, and complainant statements and assists with developing accurate written incident/investigative statements; reports and follows up on security incidents.
- Receives reports from lower-level security officers, when applicable, regarding security and safety related violations, complaints or unusual conditions.
- Reviews and prepares detailed reports of shift activities and incidents/accidents.
- Reports all emergencies, accidents and incidents to the Senior Shift Leader and/or Security Operations Supervisor.
- Evaluates and makes recommendations on matters of safety and security.
- Directs traffic and performs crowd control.
- Apprehends or detains suspects in accordance with applicable state laws and organizational operating procedures.
- Acts as the main point of contact for all radio and phone communications for incidents and emergencies.
- Assists federal, military, and local law enforcement agencies during VIP visits.
- Performs first aid.
- Participates in all mandatory state on-boarding training, and on-the-job training specific to security enforcement duties and responsibilities.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisory and training personnel.
- Accounts for all firearms and motor vehicles, including user-level maintenance and services.
- Prepares and maintains security logs, incident, and fuel reports.
- Aids Senior Shift Leader in assigning, reviewing and evaluating the work of lower-level Security Officers.
- Supervises security personnel, activities, and operations in the absence of the Senior Shift Lead, to include overseeing and monitoring the installations' access control points; directing security patrols; supervising and coordinating security responses to incidents; and determining shift assignments.
- Assists and coordinates CAPPS transactions for shift with the Senior Shift Lead.
- Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies & procedures handbook.
- May be required to perform duty in support of national emergencies, disasters and other missions, to include holidays and weekends.
- Maintains weapons qualification on assigned weapon system(s).
- Performs related work as assigned.
Qualifications: MINIMIUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION:
- Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is required. High school diploma and/or transcript, from an institute of higher education, must be furnished to HR upon employee orientation.
EXPERIENCE:
- Two (2) years of experience in a peace officer, law enforcement, military or security related role is required.
- One (1) year of experience in a team lead or supervisory role is required.
- Experience using Microsoft Office (such as Word, Outlook or Excel) is required.
REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE:
- Valid driver's license (DL) is required. * Texas Driver's License will be required within first 30 days of employment. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. A satisfactory driving record is required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct agency business. Copy of DL must be furnished to HR upon employee orientation.
- Must be able to obtain a valid Level III Commissioned Officer License issued by Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Private Security Bureau (PSB) within 6 months of hire. (Preferred at the time of hire).
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum standards for employment with Texas Military Department Security Forces consists of the following. Failure to maintain standards may be cause for termination.
- Selected candidate must pass federal security background investigation in accordance with AR 190-56. The process includes a National Agency Check (NACLC/T3) with a review of local records, credit, fingerprints, arrest and criminal history. New employees must complete and sign the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Form SF86 within the first two weeks of employment. Completed forms are submitted to the OPM for the background investigations.
- Must qualify annually and carry duty weapon(s).
- Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in proper escalation and de-escalation in the use of force, including deadly force, during training scenarios and real-world events.
- Must be able to successfully pass required training and maintain annual certifications.
- May be required to work overtime, or hours other than their regular working hours, during an emergency situation or public necessity.
- May be required to work holidays, weekends, extended hours, and/or rotating shifts provided with or without notice to ensure support of business operations.
- Must be able to respond to emergency situations, provide support for on-call situations, and perform duties at different locations to meet business needs.
- May be required to perform other duties as assigned (by military or state personnel) including, but not limited to, required training and working alternative shifts, as necessary.
- May be required to sign a confidentiality agreement not to disclose For Official Use Only (FOUO) or Law Enforcement Sensitive (LES) information to unauthorized persons.
- The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Texas Military Department participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
- Upon hire with the State of Texas, males between the ages of 18 through 25 must provide proof of registration or exemption with the Selective Service. For further information, visit the Selective Service website at
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of:
- traffic and parking regulations;
- emergency response and reporting procedures;
- general and criminal state laws; and
- military structure, rules, and regulations.
Skill in:
- monitoring and assessing situations and determining appropriate response;
- using effective written and verbal communication to convey information in a clear, calm and concise manner;
- using discretion when handling issues and/or situations during assigned duties;
- using assigned weapons and other emergency equipment; and
- using a computer, word processing applications, automated equipment, programs, and software.
Ability to:
- enforce rules and regulations;
- qualify and maintain proficiency with 9mm Pistol;
- learn and apply proper emergency response and reporting procedures;
- act quickly and in a decisive manner during emergencies;
- supervise, lead, and train security officers;
- plan, organize and prioritize multiple assignments without compromising accuracy;
- prepare reports and compile information;
- establish and maintain effective working relationships;
- meet and interact with co-workers, base personnel and the general public in a positive and professional manner;
- attend required training;
- work in a military environment;
- stand for long periods of time and carry a minimum duty workload; and
- work holidays, weekends, extended hours and/or rotating shifts provided with or without notice to ensure support of business operations.
PHYSICAL/WORKING CONDITIONS Work is typically performed in varied settings involving standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time. Security Officers perform duties outdoors during inclement weather conditions. Security Officers work with local law enforcement and emergency responders, use personal computers and the telephone to conduct daily business. This position must be able to regularly lift, carry, move and/or set up equipment and materials that weigh up to 40 pounds. Must be able to shoot, move and communicate as a member of a team and run or move quickly for short distances with required duty gear and weapon(s).
MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS Per Directive Number 1202.01, and in accordance with (IAW) the Army National Guard Security Cooperative Agreement, Appendix 3, all personnel employed by TMD who perform security duties must meet annual medical screening and drug testing requirements.
Initial hire: Applicants will complete the Health Self-Certification and Hold Harmless Agreement to confirm their ability to perform the Physical Ability Test (PAT) and agree to hold TMD harmless for any damage or injury that may occur during the PAT conducted prior to employment. All agreements will be signed and notarized before the initial interview. Applicants unwilling to complete this agreement will be ineligible for employment with TMD as Security Officers.
Periodic medical evaluation must be performed annually at the agency's expense to certify whether the individual is medically fit to perform the essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, identify any health condition that may be substantially aggravated by the job, and evaluate an individual's health and fitness to take the Physical Ability Test (PAT), and serve as a baseline for tracking health trends.
Drug Use: May be subject to periodic drug testing.
Hearing: The applicant must meet the minimal standard with or without hearing aids of 35 decibels or better in each of the four frequencies: 500, 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz; to include long distance, directional, and voice conversation hearing.
Vision: The applicant must have distance vision at least 20/30 in one eye and 20/100 in the other, or 20/40 in one eye and 20/70 in the other, and near vision should be correctable to 20/40 binocularly (both eyes open). Uncorrected binocular visual acuity should be at least 20/100. Individuals should be able to discriminate between vivid red and green colors (lights and placards). Additionally, individuals should have at least a total horizontal visual field of 120 degrees and at least a total vertical visual field of 40 degrees.
PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST Per Directive Number 1402.03, the Physical Agility Test (PAT) serves to provide a measure of the individual's preparedness to successfully accomplish the essential functions of the position.
Initial Hire: The primary PAT will be conducted prior to interview for applicants to demonstrate the ability to perform essential job functions. Applicants must sign a Health Self-Certification and Hold Harmless Agreement before participating in the primary PAT. Only applicants who have completed the primary PAT will be interviewed and considered for employment.
Successful completion of the primary PAT is not a guarantee of employment.
Current employees will conduct PAT within one year of the date of their initial medical clearance; thereafter, passing the record PAT is required annually. PAT includes the following activities:
- 25 feet dummy drag in under 15 seconds: This event demonstrates the ability to pull an injured individual out of the line of fire to a position of cover.
- 100-meter run in under 30 seconds (females) or 25 seconds (males): This event demonstrates anaerobic capacity used in high intensity baton and defensive tactics training and emphasizes the importance for performing short, intense bursts of effort.
MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE If you qualify for a Military Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation at the time of applying.Documentation must be provided before a Military Employment Preference can be granted.
- Currently Serving U.S. Armed Forces or Texas National Guard - Statement of service memo
- Veteran - DD Form 214 (or Equivalent)
- Spouse of a member of the United States Armed Forces or Texas National Guard serving on active duty - Marriage certificate and verification of duty status (active duty orders, PCS orders, statement of service)
- Spouse of a veteran if the spouse is the primary source of income for the household and the veteran has a total disability rating based either on having a service-connected disability with a disability rating of at least 70 percent or on individual unemployability - Marriage certificate, VA Civil Service Preference Letter indicating disability rating, and documentary proof of income
- Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried - Marriage certificate and DD Form 1300
- Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty - Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300
- Disabled Veteran - VA Civil Service Preference Letter
VETERANS: Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs. Go to to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets.
Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the following fields or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply:
United States Army: 31B Military Police / 11B Infantryman
United States Navy: MA Master-At-Arms / 649X LDO-Security
United States Coast Guard: ME Maritime Enforcement Specialist / OAP14 Port and Facility Safety and Security
United States Marine Corps: 5811 Military Police / 0311 Rifleman
United States Air Force: 3P0X1 Security Forces
Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at: SAO Military Crosswalk / PublicSafety.pdf
Contact TMD's Veteran's Liaison, Paul Love if you have questions at (512)782-3836 or staffingHR@military.texas.gov
The Texas Military Department does not discriminate of the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, genetic information, or status as an individual with a disability or protected veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.
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