Security Officer

State of Missouri
Farmington, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Dec 04, 2025
  • Salary: $34,998.68 per Year USD
  • Salary Top:34998
  • Full Time
  • Public Safety
  • Job Description

    Southeast Missouri Mental Health Center is seeking an individual who is both efficient, and a goal oriented team member to join one of our Security Departments within the facility. This is first-level security work accountable for protecting public property and equipment against loss or damage from theft, fire, vandalism, or other causes, and maintaining order and proper behavior of individuals and groups for a state facility. Implements lockdown procedures within a residential unit and provides escorting/transportation as needed. Works under direct supervision and governed by detailed procedures and practices and the employee is familiar with the pattern of work

    Typical Qualifications: 1 year of relevant experience

    Excellent State of Missouri Benefit Package Including:

    • Affordable Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
    • Paid Basic Life Insurance (amount equivalent to annual salary)
    • Cafeteria Plan
    • Deferred Compensation
    • MOSERS Retirement (Members contribute 4% of pay, to Mosers plan and 1% towards Deferred Compensation)
    • 13 paid holidays per year
    • 10 hours of annual leave accrued per month
    • 10 hours of sick leave accrued per month


    EOE/AA/ADA

    Knowledge of the buildings and grounds patrolled, and rules and regulations pertaining to facility security requirements. Knowledge of entry-control operations. Ability to follow a prescribed routine in making rounds to monitor assigned buildings and/or grounds. Ability to walk for long periods, both indoors and outdoors under varying work and climatic conditions. Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid vehicle operator’s license.

    Typical Qualifications: 1 year of relevant experience

    The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

    Applications can be completed on the website: https://mocareers.mo.gov/hiretrue/mo/mocareers/index.html

    Or, they can turn in an in person application to Human Resources, 1010 W. Columbia St., Farmington, MO 63640.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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