About the position
The Security Office is responsible for providing protection of all persons and property on campus. We verify the identification of guests, visitors, and all University members; patrol and inspect the various campus buildings; respond to all emergencies on campus; and conduct investigations and prepare appropriate reports. The two (2) Campus Security Officers will be responsible for providing protection of all persons and property, verifying the identification of guests, visitors, and all University members, providing information and directions, explaining rules and regulations, maintaining logs and records of occurrences, and completing necessary paperwork. There are two (2) vacancies available. Both vacancies working hours are 9:45 PM to 6:00 AM (overnight schedule).
Responsibilities
- Patrolling and inspecting on foot the various campus buildings to ensure personal, building, and equipment security
- Responding to all emergencies on campus
- Conducting investigations and preparing appropriate written reports of incidents, accidents, and crimes
- May use the computer terminal to input and retrieve data
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Must be registered by the State of New York, Division of Licensing as a Security Guard and have a New York State Driver's License
- Must possess the F1/F3 Fire Guard License or obtain it within three months of employment
- Three or more years of security experience required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English necessary
- Must have the ability to work under pressure, deal with people under stressful situations while maintaining composure, and be able to react and make sound decisions quickly in demanding conditions
- Must be polite, courteous, and professional at all times and ready to observe and recall situations and events
- Must be able to understand and carry out complicated oral instructions
- Must be willing and available to work weekends and overtime shifts
- Prior police or military experience is a plus
Nice-to-haves
- Prior police or military experience is a plus
