Job Title
Constable Security Monitor - CPay Rate Min to Mid Range
$17.55 - $20.18Time Type
Full timeSummary
Under supervision, is responsible for screening, monitoring and controlling access of all individuals and containers entering secured county facilities through designated entrances; operates metal detection, x-ray scanning and other surveillance equipment; monitors and tests emergency alarm systems; researches criminal history information; maintains activity logs; completes various clerical tasks; and performs related duties as requiredDescription
Under supervision, is responsible for screening, monitoring and controlling access of all individuals and containers entering secured county facilities through designated entrances; operates metal detection, x-ray scanning and other surveillance equipment; monitors and tests emergency alarm systems; researches criminal history information; maintains activity logs; completes various clerical tasks; and performs related duties as required
Duties and Responsibilities:
Screens all individuals entering public entrances to Bexar County facilities using stationary and hand-held metal detectors and x-ray scanners
Monitors surveillance equipment and emergency alarms such as two-way radios, television (TV) camera screens, fire alarms and duress alarms
Controls Justice Center security doors to allow authorized delivery, vendor, inmate and law enforcement officer access
Performs scheduled and unscheduled tests of alarm equipment and records results
Maintains activity logs for two-way radio transmissions, officer location, prisoner movement, transport van time and mileage, deliveries, recorded surveillance VCR tapes and Courthouse and Justice Center keys
Recognizes and detects potential weapons and contraband; adjusts to rapidly fluctuating situations; multi-task
Researches defendant and suspect criminal history and driver’s license information utilizing the Texas Criminal Information Center (TCIC) and National Criminal Information Center (NCIC) computer systems
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from High School or a General Education Development (GED) certificate, and two (2) years’ experience dealing with the public; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred knowledge of security practices and procedures; preferred knowledge of security equipment and monitoring techniques
Skill in communicating verbally by telephone and radio; skill in monitoring multiple surveillance screens simultaneously
Ability to operate personal computer, two-way radio, handless telephone receiver, basic office equipment; ability to deal with hostile, abusive or irrational individuals; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, service providers, co-workers, other County employees and the public
Must obtain valid TCIC/NCIC Certification within one year of employment
Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation from the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office
Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek; may work weekends, holidays and perform shift work
Working Environment and Physical Demands:
Working conditions are primarily inside and constantly exposed to the public and occasionally exposed to potentially hostile people
Occasionally moves items weighing up to 10 pounds
Occasionally moves about the office
Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
Positions self to perform essential functions
Must be able to remain in a stationary position
Subject to continuous periods of sitting or standing for up to eight (8) hours per day
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.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Two years of experience dealing with the public, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to communicate verbally by telephone and radio
- Ability to monitor multiple surveillance screens simultaneously
- Ability to operate a personal computer, two-way radio, telephone receiver, and basic office equipment
- Ability to deal with hostile, abusive, or irrational individuals
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Obtain valid TCIC/NCIC Certification within one year of employment
- Secure and maintain a favorable background investigation from the Bexar County Sheriff's Office
- Pass a pre-employment physical examination
- Pass a pre-employment drug screening test
- Knowledge of security practices and procedures
- Knowledge of security equipment and monitoring techniques
- Availability for overtime, weekends, holidays, and shift work
What We Do
Bexar County is a government entity in Texas, serving as the 4th largest county in the state and the 16th largest nationally. It provides administrative governance and essential public services to a rapidly growing population of over two million residents in South Texas.
