Security Officer

• WAGE: $19.40/hr. – During 6 months’ probationary period
• $20.40/hr upon successful completion of probationary period
• ($18.40/hr for 6 month training period- IF NEEDED)
• Program: Missoula Pre-Release Center
• Location: Missoula, MT
• Status: Regular/Full Time

Compensation and Benefits

• This position’s wage is $ 38,480 annually.
• Medical Insurance coverage for the employee paid by MCS.
• Ability to add dependents to medical insurance at employees own expense
• 10 working days of annual leave
• Sick leave
• 10 days of holiday leave per year
• Yearly training allowance

Application Deadline: Application review will begin immediately. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. All applications can be completed on INDEED or dropped off at MCS – 2350 Mullan Road, Missoula, MT or at your local Job Service..

Applications can also emailed to information@m-c-s-inc.org

Special Information: Missoula Correctional Services, Inc. is a non-profit corporation formed to provide alternative correctional programs in the Missoulacommunity. The position requires a current State of Montana driver’s license. Mental demands are paramount due to the intensity of the work and the emotional demands of residents. Physical demands include the ability to restrain inmates in crisis situations, ability to observe and hear inmates, and adequate strength to lift 50 pounds. Therefore, the Security Officer needs to be in good physical condition and mobile. The Center is a 24-hour facility.

There are positions available on each of the following shifts. Days off will be discussed during the interview:

• Day Shift - The work schedule is 7:00a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Night Shift - The work schedule is 11:00 p.m. to 07:00 a.m.
• Swing Shift - The work schedule is 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Due to the nature and functions of the Pre-Release Center, the applicant must have some flexibility and be willing to work various hours and schedules to cover vacations and activities.

Reasonable Accommodations: Missoula Correctional Services makes reasonable accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the recruitment and selection process or an employee’s ability to perform the essential duties of the job. For Missoula Correctional Services to consider any such accommodation, the applicant must make known any needed accommodation.

Agency Description: The Missoula Pre-Release Center serves 94 adult male and 23 female inmates who have been committed to the Montana State Prison or the Department of Corrections and subsequently transferred to the Center. The Center provides housing, food services, counseling, supervision, life skills training and referral services for all residents. The primary emphasis of the program is to provide residents with assistance needed for successful reintegration into the community.

Typical Duties: (Not all inclusive)

• Maintains security of facility
• Issues incident reports to residents for any rule infraction
• conducts weekly room searches, person pat searches
• administers breathalyzer tests and obtains urine samples from residents
• conducts random and assigned checks of residents’ locations in the community
• conducts hourly head counts
• conducts surveillance of building & grounds
• monitors resident movement through use of daily schedules & corresponding forms
• Ensures safety standards
• conducting fire drills
• checking smoke alarms maintaining awareness of emergency procedures.
• Documents and maintains records.
• The Security Officer will demonstrate an ability to work within structure of Missoula Pre-Release Center
• Maintains professional image
• Completes duties in time lines specified
• Is assertive with coworkers, supervisors, & community contacts
• Makes a decision based on objective information considering the needs of both the MCS clients and the community
• Follows directions given by supervisor

Qualifications: Knowledge of security practices, methods and techniques in a correctional setting, interpersonal communication and conflict resolution. Ability to learn skills in the use of security equipment and self defense techniques. Ability to physically restrain an individual if necessary; to effectively communicate verbally and in written form; attend to details of monitoring individual programs; understand and interpret verbal and written instructions; operate a motor vehicle; apply rules and regulations; carry out facility policies; make appropriate decisions within the limits of authority; and function effectively under stressful conditions.

Education and Experience: The knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties of this position are acquired through high school graduation. Prefer that the applicant have one year of security officer, Military, or related law enforcement experience. An applicant that does not meet the experience required may be considered for an extended training and probationary period with a lesser salary.

Application and Selection Process: Selection procedures to be used in evaluating applicants’ qualifications may include, but are not limited to, an evaluation of the Application form; a structured interview; a written questionnaire; a performance test and reference checks. Application materials required are:

• 1. Signed and completed Application form. Portions of the Application form may be photocopied if legible.
• 2. Applicants claiming Handicapped Person’s Employment Preference must provide verification of eligibility with the Application materials. The required documentation includes the SRS Certification of Disability form.

The successful candidate must pass a thorough background investigation. The applicant must also be found to be insurable via a check with the MontanaMotor Vehicle’s Records Department. Upon offer of employment, the candidate will be required to take and pass a physical examination which demonstrates that the applicant is capable of performing the physical required duties of this position. The applicant will be required to take a TB test, as well as sign a Non-Dissemination and Non-Solicitation Agreement.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain a First Aid/CPR card within the first six months of

employment.

Immigration Reform and Control Act: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act,

an employee is unable to provide the required document or documents within three days, he or she must

at least produce (within three days) a receipt showing that he or she has applied for the document.

The employee must produce the document itself within 21 days of the hire. Examples of such documentation include a birth certificate or Social Security card along with a driver’s license or other picture I.D., a U.S. passport or a green card.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.40 - $20.40 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38,480