Security Officer
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CLOSE DATE
07 / 17 / 2023
SUMMARY
Security Officers are responsible for providing general security services for county and city facilities to ensure the safety of visitors, employees, and the general public.
Employees in this job class perform a variety of security related duties, including : monitoring surveillance systems for incidents, patrolling buildings and grounds, screening visitors and their possessions prior to them entering buildings and facilities, apprehending / evicting trespassers or suspicious persons from facilities, and providing general assistance to visitors.
Security Officers are required to complete detailed written reports to document any accidents or incidents that occur. Individuals may work days, nights, and / or weekends depending on the facility they are assigned to.
TYPICAL JOB DUTIES :
- Maintains security of the premises and safety of individuals within and around premises through patrol, intervention, maintenance of certification, and performing security duties as needed to ensure that security and the department are functioning in the most efficient manner possible.
- Inspects grounds and facilities for potential hazards and / or threats (facility damage, leaks, suspicious objects, etc.
to report any issues to the proper authorities.
- Monitors video surveillance system in order to ensure no breach of security and radios other security guards in area relevant information and instructions.
- Operates detecting devices to screen individuals and their belongings in order to prevent passage of prohibited items (i.
e., scissors, knives, guns, etc.) into restricted areas.
- Communicates various information to coworkers, supervisors and the general public, by documenting incidents and accidents and addressing citizen(s) questions.
- Contacts local law enforcement when required (e.g., use of force incidents, detentions / arrests, weapons, active threats to public safety) to resolve issue(s) outside capability or policy for s.
- Creates various reports (e.g., incident reports, accident reports, daily activity / observation report, etc.) to submit to supervisors for review.
- Maintains records to ensure they are up-to-date and available upon request to provide information about facilities, incidents that may have occurred, or any other applicable information.
- Monitors traffic and parking lots around buildings to provide security and assistance to the public.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
The following Minimum Qualifications are required for this job. You must demonstrate possession of these qualifications by providing a detailed description of your related experience in the work history section of your application.
Please note that replicating or restating these minimum qualifications or the information from the Personnel Board’s job description as your own work experience will result in your disqualification.
Please describe your work experience in your own words to represent the work you have performed that is related to the minimum qualifications for this job.
- Driver's License.
- Ability to obtain an Alabama pistol permit.
- Work experience providing security of persons and / or property in a public or private environment (e.g., businesses, courthouse, airport, hospital, museum, jails, prisons etc.).
- Work experience creating documentation for the purpose of reporting or recording incidents (e.g., writing reports to document incidents / events).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
- Previously or currently certified as law enforcement officer or corrections officer (e.g., APOST or APOST-C).
- Experience using computer and word processing to write documents (ex. memos, reports, schedules).
- Experience using computer to send written communications via electronic communications (email).
COMPETENCIES :
- Adaptability & Flexibility.
- Heavy Equipment & Vehicle Use.
- Learning & Memory. Oral Communication & Comprehension.
- Physical Abilities.
- Planning & Organizing.
- Problem Solving & Decision Making.
- Professionalism & Integrity.
- Researching & Referencing.
- Reviewing, Inspecting & Auditing.
- Self-Management & Initiative.
- Small Tool & Equipment Use.
- Teamwork & Interpersonal.
- Technical & Job-Specific Knowledge.
- Technical Skills.
- Training & Facilitation.
- Written Communication & Comprehension.
CRITICAL KNOWLEDGES :
- Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, and / or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and / or institutions.
- Knowledge of investigative techniques, both criminal and non-criminal, to gather information in the case of missing, unclear, or misconstrued information.
- Knowledge of firearms safety procedures.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Work is performed primarily in and around employer-owned facilities such as office buildings, warehouses, public works facilities, etc.
Work involves the use of standard office equipment, as well as the use of equipment typically used in security operations.
May be required to occasionally deal with physically aggressive or violent individuals, and may be exposed to potential and real physical violence.
Employees in this class may also be required to work nights and weekends.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
Job involves physical exertion required for sustained periods of light physical activity such as walking or standing. May involve occasional lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Job may require applying self-defense and restraint tactics to defend oneself from physical attack.
DISCLAIMER : This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Personnel Board of Jefferson County (Personnel Board) provides a public personnel system based on merit principles. The Personnel Board strives for the constant improvement of the public service by employing and developing the best qualified persons available.
The Personnel Board provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, creed, religion, political beliefs, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or genetics.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Employment decisions are made by the Merit System municipality or governmental agency in which the position exists. Each Merit System municipality, agency, or jurisdiction administers its own equal employment opportunity programs in compliance with applicable state and / or federal laws and regulations.
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