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Job Description Armed Commissioned Security Lieutenant - DFW Area With over 200 years of law enforcement and military training, the Tier One leadership team is equipped with the knowledge and first-hand experience to develop comprehensive security strategies for school campuses, faith-based organizations, and vulnerable communities. Through leadership, education, and training we aim to change the culture and perception of public safety. Tier One Holdings, LLC is seeking experienced and mission-driven Security Lieutenants to provide operational leadership across assigned regions. Under the supervision of the Chief of Operations, the Security Lieutenant serves as a command-level officer responsible for directing Sergeants and Security Officers, ensuring compliance with laws and company policy, and supporting Tier One’s community-oriented security philosophy. This position combines field command, administrative oversight, personnel management, and community liaison responsibilities, and plays a critical role in quality control, operational readiness, and professional standards across assigned units. Security Lieutenants must maintain active Texas Commissioned Security Officer credentials and be capable of performing all Security Officer duties when required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • High School degree or equivalent, • Ability to handle physical workload, • Strong attention to detail, • Must be capable of passing a background check., • 21 years of age, • U.S. Citizen, • Must have a current Texas Level III Commissioned Security License • Six years as a Texas Commissioned Security Officer with at least two years in a supervisory role; OR, • Eight years of U.S. Military service including two years as an NCO or Junior Officer; OR, • Eight years of law enforcement service including two years in a supervisory role; OR, • Equivalent security management experience LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS • Valid Texas Driver’s License, • Current Texas Commissioned Security Officer Certificate and Pocket Card, • CPR, First Aid, and Narcan certifications, • Prior satisfactory service as a Security Sergeant EDUCATION: • Two years of college-level coursework in criminal justice, criminology, business administration, public administration, or related field, • Bachelor’s Degree highly desirable ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR CONSIDERATION: Leadership & Unit Management • Command assigned Area/Region and direct Sergeants and Security Officers in crime prevention, enforcement, and safety operations, • Ensure timely response to calls for service and adherence to company, contractual, and legal standards, • Monitor, evaluate, and document employee performance; conduct evaluations, mentoring, counseling, and disciplinary actions as needed, • Conduct staff meetings and ensure training compliance, • Manage fleet operations, vehicle registration, maintenance, and dispatch • Oversee equipment issuance, accountability, and research emerging technologies Administrative & Operational Oversight • Review correspondence and respond to internal, external, and contract stakeholders, • Prepare reports, establish unit goals and objectives, and investigate complaints, • Oversee scheduling, timekeeping, leave requests, and FMLA tracking, • Brief C/E-Level Partners and leadership on unit performance and operational matters, • Maintain, audit, and enforce Area/Region-specific SOPs Information & Intelligence Operations • Direct collection, analysis, and dissemination of operational and intelligence-related information, • Review and approve specialized reports and information requests, • Author presentations and reports aligned with PSN goals and objectives Community & Stakeholder Liaison • Maintain positive working relationships with residents, community groups, property owners, and stakeholders, • Support cooperation with law enforcement and external agencies, • Promote Tier One initiatives, Tip Line reporting, and community trust TRAINING: The Tier One Training Academy provides a full spectrum of security training for anyone seeking a career in this field. All candidates for hire go through our provided training and will receive a minimum stipend during this time. WORKING CONDITIONS: This position requires the ability to work in office, field, and emergency environments, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Travel between sites is required. PAY: Annual Salary of $55,000.00, based on experience, training, and operational knowledge BENEFITS: Tier One provides industry-leading benefits to our employees: • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, • All uniforms and equipment (minus firearm and associated items) provided by Tier One, • All DPS PSB licensing fees paid for by Tier One, • Training programs, • Career advancement opportunities, lateral appointments