Essential Functions:

Patrol Port Houston properties using a Port Houston Police Unit to maintain traffic control, visually and physically inspect perimeter fencing and unmanned gates for signs of tampering, damage and/or unauthorized entry attempts and any breach of security
Physically check buildings and facilities for occupancy and insure they are locked and secured when empty and unoccupied
Make frequent inspections of all offices, security cages, warehouses (to include waterfront and rail side area); check for fire, pilferage, vandalism, damage, etc.
Maintain area checks of entire facilities and perimeters of all leased tenant properties, wharfs, staging areas, parking lots, turnstiles, administration facilities, construction areas, and restricted areas
Conduct, assist and enforce in all TWIC verification as needed
Closely monitor and operate radio communications and telephone equipment with professionalism
Escort visitors, oversize vehicles and equipment from gates to destination on property as necessary; transport individuals to work area as directed
Investigate incidents/accidents and prepare reports in a timely manner
Assist shift supervisor, other Police Officers and Security Officers at the gates as required in relaying instructions, assisting in berthing of vessels, etc.
Assist the Port Houston Fire & Marine Department in traffic control as needed
Provide agency assist to outside agencies and needed and directed by shift supervisor or duty Sergeant
Assist contract security as needed and directed by shift supervisor and duty Sergeant Control vehicular traffic as needed to avoid and/or clear congestion; issue safety violations for pedestrian or parking violations
Monitor and direct traffic and manage empty yard queues to prevent traffic obstructions
Monitor, note, report, and investigate suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area
Comply with all provisions of the Port Houston Police Manual and Port Houston employee handbook
Comply with regulations according to 33 CFR 105 regulations in serving declaration of security (DOS)
Enforce applicable State Law to include making arrests, if necessary
Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
Perform other duties as required

Requirements:

High School diploma or GED equivalent required
2+ years of related law enforcement experience required
Officer 1 designated as 0 – less than 5 years in Officer title
Officer 2 designated as 5 – less than 15 years in Officer title
Officer 3 designated as 15– less than 20 years in Officer title
Officer 4 designated as 20+ years in Officer Title
TCOLE Peace Officer license required

Port Of Houston Police Department

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