Lieutenant- Protective Services

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Work Hours Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week with occasional evening, weekend hours and holidays. Hours may change based on business need. General DescriptionJoin Criminal Investigation as a Lieutenant, Protective Services. Work involves Oversees and directs daily security operations to ensure the safety of employees, facilities, critical assets, and treasury functions. This role provides leadership and supervision to personnel, manages staffing and resource allocation, ensures consistent operational readiness across all protective services activities, and has direct operational involvement in protective service activities. The Lieutenant conducts and reviews risk assessments, coordinates security planning, and collaborates with internal stakeholders and external law enforcement partners to support a secure operating environment. The position is responsible for developing personnel, implementing policies and best practices, maintaining compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements, and enhancing the overall effectiveness of the program. The Lieutenant serves as a key operational leader within the Protective Services division and supports strategic initiatives that strengthen organizational security posture. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.Four (4) years of experience in protective services, corporate security, physical security operations, emergency response, or related public safety functions, with progressively responsible leadership and supervisory experience. Formal leadership or management training is preferred.Satisfactory service in the career progression position immediately preceding the position of Lieutenant. Preferred QualificationsGraduation from an accredited college or university with bachelor's degree in criminal justice, security management, public administration, emergency management, or a related field.Experience conducting risk assessments, security planning, incident review, and operational readiness evaluations.Experience coordinating security operations, personnel scheduling, resource allocation, and multi-agency collaboratio .Experience delivering or coordinating training programs related to security, emergency preparedness, or threat/risk assessment. SubstitutionsOne additional year of experience in protective services, corporate security, physical security operations, emergency response, or related public safety functions may substitute for thirty semester hours of educational requirement with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours (four years). Licenses and CertificationsProfessional certifications such as CPP (Certified Protection Professional), PSP (Physical Security Professional), or similar security-related credentials are preferred but not required.TCOLE License Required; An advanced peace officer certification (or higher) from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement is preferred.This position requires 50% work-related travel. Employees must be able to operate a motor vehicle safely and maintain eligibility to drive throughout employment.A valid Texas (or state of residency) driver's license and a satisfactory driving record are a condition of employment.Applicants who are offered an interview must present the following documents at or before the interview: A state issued driving record for the last 36 months; valid Texas driver's license (or state of residency driver's license); and current proof of automobile insurance Essential Job Duties:Supervision, Staffing, and Personnel Management Supervises and coordinates the activities of staff, including scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, monitoring performance, and directing daily operational activities in accordance with applicable laws, agency policies, and established standards.Develops and manages staffing plans, shift schedules, on-call rotations, leave requests, and personnel assignments to ensure continuous coverage and operational readiness.Provides leadership, mentoring, coaching, and professional development for assigned personnel while fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism, teamwork,