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Security Guard (DOH/SATC #36343)

Salary

 

$16.50 - $24.75 Hourly

$34,320 - $51,480 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C2

Posting Details

 
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Why does the job exist?

 
To manage its situations in such a way that it minimizes any possibilities of injury to clients, staff and other persons visiting the premises as well as provide security, loss control, and protection to the Sequoyah Adolescent Treatment Center (SATC) in Albuquerque, NM.

How does it get done?

 
Conduct searches of new admissions, clients and visitors to prevent contraband from entering SATC. Check all buildings and ensure they are properly secured (all windows closed, doors locked, and lights off during non-working hours) for SATC. Enforce SATC policies and procedures. Provide assistance with maintaining resident to staff ratios. To assist staff members with combative residents using CPI techniques. Follow walk away policies and procedures and coordinate searches with staff and law enforcement agencies. Conduct room searches per schedule and upon request. Monitor traffic flow, parking and follow traffic control policy. Check all fire extinguishers monthly and report all deficiencies to their immediate supervisor and log on to the Fire Extinguisher Check List. Respond to all fire alarms activated and report any deficiencies. Completes reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.

Who are the customers?

 
Our facility is a secure facility which serves the needs of adolescent males age 13-17 with a history of violence and aggression.

Ideal Candidate

 
Will have experience:
working in a residential treatment facility.
working in a therapeutic milieu; and
working recover-oriented and /or trauma-informed-care environments. working with fire alarm systems.
checking fire extinguishers.
prior experience working as a security guard

Minimum Qualification

 
Eighth grade education.

Employment Requirements

 
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results.

Working Conditions

 
This position will perform work in both indoor and outdoor settings with exposure to potential hazards that may include but are not limited to, dealing with trespassers, vandals, and/or unruly clients. This position may require extended periods of walking and standing.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Yvette Fournier, Yvette.Fournier@doh.nm.gov, Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

 
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Date Posted
12/04/2025
Job Reference
159759
Organization
Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location
Albuquerque, NM
Category
Operations
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