Buildings And Grounds Patrol Officer

State of Connecticut•Hartford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At a state institution, university or school, or facility this class is accountable for providing basic security services designed to ensure the control and safety of clients, students, employees and the visiting public.

Requirements

Any experience or training which would provide the skills and abilities indicated above
Skills interpersonal skills
oral and written communication skills
Ability to think and act quickly in an emergency with judgment and discretion
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license
Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and maintain a Standard First Aid Certificate and/or CPR certification
Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class
Applicants may be required to pass a physical examination

Nice To Haves

Experience in Protective Service/Security in an educational environment
Valid Driver's License
Security Guard Certification
Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.

Responsibilities

Enforces regulations relating to parking and traffic control as established by assigned agency
Directs traffic on state property
Issues tickets for violations
Gives information and assistance to visitors
Guards entrances and exits to prevent trespass, vandalism, theft and other violations
Performs routine vehicle and foot patrol duty and monitors security and alarm systems to detect theft and other criminal acts
Provides security escorts
Provides first aid when necessary
Performs dispatching and record keeping functions at a desk post
At a state hospital, assists in maintaining order among patients
Assists in searching for missing patients
At an agency or institution, may oversee the activities of fellow officers as designated
May assist in fire prevention and fire fighting activities
Performs related duties as required