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Security Officer

Security Officer

University of Houston-DowntownHouston, TX, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Security Officer-(STA011731)Security OfficerDepartment Name : D0044 Police

Description

This position is 100% on campus

Hourly Rate : $15.87 / hr. or higher, commensurate with experience and / or education

JOB SUMMARY

The Security Officer maintains the security of the university campus and property, patrolling all areas, and provides the first line of assistance to the police department.

DUTIES

  • Promotes lawful behavior and protects the welfare of the students, faculty, and staff as a uniformed presence; performs foot and vehicle patrols, monitors behavior, secures buildings and property, investigates disturbances, maintains order, and enforces regulations.
  • Observes and reports any criminal activity to the police department.
  • Mans the check-in posts to ensure that only students, faculty, and staff members gain access.
  • Escorts faculty to the carpark during night time operations as required.
  • Follows all department policies for building access, room unlocks, and security.
  • Communicates as necessary with dispatch and police during incidents on campus.
  • Follows protocols to secure specific rooms or locations on campus.
  • Assists students and visitors to the campus by providing directions and answering questions.

MARGINAL DUTIES

  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

    • SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Direct Reports :  None

    Delegation of Work :  N / A

    Supervision Given : N / A

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    Knowledge :

  • Knowledge of the campus, its buildings, and the area(s) patrolled upon hired.

    • Skills :

  • Good technical skills, including proficiency in MS Office.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

    • Abilities :

  • Ability to defuse situations when necessary.
  • Ability to represent the university professionally.
  • Ability to display compassion an understanding when necessary.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.

    • WORK LOCATION AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    Primary Work Location :

  • Works in an office environment (>

    • 8 hours), a lobby customer service island or reception area (>

    8 hours), technology server room (>

    8 hours), a classroom, training room, auditorium, (>

    8 hours), and outdoor areas (4 to 6 hours).

    Physical Demands :

  • Work involves significant outdoor work and requires standing and / or walking for long periods of time (more than 4 hours per day).
  • Work involves considerable exposure to unpleasant elements, such as inclement weather, extreme temperatures, fumes, and airborne particles.
  • May be exposed to hazardous traffic conditions.
  • Must have good spatial awareness, precise hand-eye coordination, and the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
  • Must have the ability to move items of up to 35lbs.
  • Work pattern involves shift work.
  • Overtime work may be required.

    • Qualifications

    Required Education :

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

    • Required Experience :

  • Minimum of one (1) year of work experience

    • License / Certification :

  • Must maintain a valid, current driver's license
  • CPR and First Aid certification is required, upon one (1) year of employment
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