Security Officer
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Job Description
Job Title:
Security Officer
Salem Campus Salem OH
Salary:
$16.15 per hour
Basic Function:
Additional Basic Function if applicable:
Examples of Duties:
Duties/essential functions may include but not be limited to the following:
Patrols designated area (e.g. grounds and facilities); observes for threatening unsafe or unusual conditions (e.g. criminal activity emergencies policy violations etc.).
Reports threatening or unusual conditions to the appropriate persons department or authority(e.g. police andfire services). Documents threatening unsafe or unusual conditions in the prescribed format. Takes appropriate mitigation actions to minimize safety hazards when identified.
Operates burglary alarm systems and video surveillance systems.
Ensures facilities and university property are properly secured from unauthorized access and use.
Completes activity logs and reports.
Provides escort services assists visitors and provides general information to the public as needed.
Enforces university policies including university parking rules and regulations; assists with traffic control.
Operates service vehicles for jobrelated tasks.
Provides guidance on emergency procedures; activates fire systems and mass notification systems to alert person to emergency conditions. Responds to emergency conditions and provides assistance as needed.
Coordinates and assists first responders (e.g. police and fire) as needed.
Checks for fire or other related safety hazards; checks fire extinguishers emergency exit lighting and signage are in place and observable.
Transports money to and from university departments and financial institutions.
Assists with compliance with federal law reporting and requirements (e.g. FERPA Clery Title IX).
May appear and testify in university hearings and/or criminal and civil court hearings.
May train and direct student or temporary employees.
May assist in coordinating security awareness and crime prevention programs; may present information to campus community and/or employees on safety and securityrelated topics.
Performs related duties as required.
Additional Examples of Duties if applicable:
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent. A minimum of one year of security or related experience.
OR
A minimum of one year of related post high school education may be substituted for the one year experience requirement.
License/Certification:
Knowledge Of:
Security and safety issues
Criminal and civil laws concerning proper detention of persons and use of force
Skill In:
Interpersonal communication to effectively interact with university personnel and public in person and over the telephone (e.g. to assist public communicate with authorities)
Ability To:
Recognize threatening and unusual conditions and take appropriate action
Remember a sequence of events and details
Read write and accurately follow oral and written instructions
Operate a computer for data entry/retrieval
Understand applicable aspects of Family Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Clery Act Title IX
Demonstrate physical dexterity
Lift 50 pounds if required by position
Utilize public safety technology (e.g. video systems fire systems etc.)
Preferred Qualifications if applicable:
Assessments:
Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge skills abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
May be exposed to variable weather conditions; requires moderate physical effort involving extended periods of walking and standing; may work varied hours and shifts to include nights weekends and holidays; requires oncampus travel may require occasional offcampus travel.
Working Schedule:
Monday Friday 7:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.; however hours may vary to meet departmental needs.
Additional Information:
Must pass a security check and lift test.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
For official job descriptions visit State University is a SmokeFree TobaccoFree University effective July 1 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent States campuses or other locations and properties that are owned operated or leased by Kent State both domestic and international. For additional details visit intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties job hours and responsibilities.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
