Security Officer
Security Officer
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Job Description
Posting Date
09/04/25Application Deadline
09/09/25Pay Range
$20.00 - $29.50 hourlySalary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Library DistrictAbout the Position
The Security Officer performs routine security services in library buildings including patrol services assistance with emergency services and operational functions to maintain the safety and security of the staff and general public.
This position will provide coverage for our Georgia T. Lord Library.
About the Library District
Do you want to champion the freedom to read and access information
At the Maricopa County Library District we are continuously working to support the changing needs of our diverse and connected community for all of Maricopa County. Our mission is to provide access to technology digital services and information to improve the quality of life for our residents.
Proud to Offer
- Work with a greater purpose
- Tuition reimbursement
- Exceptional work-life balance
- Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
- Low-cost high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
- Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
- Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
- Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
- Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
- Learn more at Work With Us Maricopa County AZ
We Require
- One year of security law enforcement public safety or customer-intensive public service experience
- High school diploma or GED
Other Requirements
- Within 3 months of hire candidate will be required to complete a series of on-the-job library customer service and situational awareness trainings to assist with de-escalation safety and security techniques
Job Contributions
- Conduct frequent patrols of the library
- Listen and watch for escalated situations and be prepared to assist staff when necessary
- Assist staff with trespass situations
- Respond to security gate alarms
- Assist with library opening and closing duties
- Greet customers as they enter the library
- Ensure that customers are adhering to behavior expectations/code of conduct
- Complete customer incident reports as needed
- Assist customers with weapons locker use (if applicable)
- Respond to staff requests for assistance as needed
- Submit daily activity reports to branch manager
Working Conditions
- Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally 10 lbs. frequently or negligible amounts constantly or requires walking or standing to a significant degree
- Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
- Work is performed at a security station and will require frequent walking and patrolling assigned facilities
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
