Capitol Security Officer II

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

About The Position

This is the second level of capitol security officer work, responsible for maintaining the safety and security of patrons, visitors, and state employees by monitoring and protecting state property from hazards and threats for various operations, grounds, and facilities throughout the state. In addition to work performed at the Capitol Security Officer I level, employees independently perform complex security work under general supervision. Examples of complex security work include assignment to high-risk or high-profile situations or environments; detaining subjects with an active capias, in-state warrant, and/or out-of-state warrant; screening mail and parcels using an x-ray machine and inspecting bulk deliveries for suspicious contents; and regular interaction and involvement with prisoners. Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, employees can complete job duties of a similar kind not specifically listed. Enforces safety, security, and orderliness in compliance with applicable policies and procedures using defensive tactics and devices such as subduing individuals using bodily force and using chemical propellants, expandable batons, tasers, and handcuffs. Screens individuals entering state facilities or property and controls the ingress and egress of individuals, law enforcement vehicles, prisoners, and mail/deliveries through a secure point of access. Uses security equipment and technology such as magnetometers, x-ray machines, remote access controls, and portable radios. Deters, detects, reports on, and responds to security hazards and threats such as fire, theft, trespass, violence, concealed weapons, contraband, potential prisoner escape, and other emergencies. Maintains vigilant observation of individuals for suspicious or threatening behavior, de-escalates potentially violent situations, and takes appropriate action. Anticipates the need for/requests extra security. Observes and maintains control of persons and property including prisoners and multiple prisoner transport vehicles. Ensures separation of adult/juvenile and male/female prisoners. Patrols the perimeter of location/building to ensure that all areas are secure. Checks for subjects disturbing the peace, fire, maintenance issues, or other hazards. Assists the communication command center by monitoring cameras, receiving calls, and obtaining and disseminating information to appropriate Capitol Police Officers, supervisors, and other agencies based on the nature of the call. Provides general information and direction to state employees, patrons, and visitors to state facilities. Prepares logs, statistical information, incident reports, and use of force reports. Uses computer software and automated information systems to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve, and report on data. Provides emergency medical assistance such as performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or using an automated external defibrillator (AED). May administer Narcan for individuals experiencing a drug overdose. Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races. May assist Capitol Police Officers with transporting prisoners to correctional facilities by operating a motor vehicle. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Possession of an active State of Delaware Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) approved Seasonal Police Officers Training Program Certificate.
One year of experience in security such as providing protective services to persons, facilities, or grounds from trespassing, theft, and other conditions.
One year of experience in narrative report writing.
Six months’ experience in using defensive tactics and devices such as subduing individuals using bodily force and using chemical propellants, expandable batons, tasers, and handcuffs.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Responsibilities

Enforces safety, security, and orderliness in compliance with applicable policies and procedures using defensive tactics and devices such as subduing individuals using bodily force and using chemical propellants, expandable batons, tasers, and handcuffs.
Screens individuals entering state facilities or property and controls the ingress and egress of individuals, law enforcement vehicles, prisoners, and mail/deliveries through a secure point of access.
Uses security equipment and technology such as magnetometers, x-ray machines, remote access controls, and portable radios.
Deters, detects, reports on, and responds to security hazards and threats such as fire, theft, trespass, violence, concealed weapons, contraband, potential prisoner escape, and other emergencies.
Maintains vigilant observation of individuals for suspicious or threatening behavior, de-escalates potentially violent situations, and takes appropriate action.
Anticipates the need for/requests extra security.
Observes and maintains control of persons and property including prisoners and multiple prisoner transport vehicles.
Ensures separation of adult/juvenile and male/female prisoners.
Patrols the perimeter of location/building to ensure that all areas are secure.
Checks for subjects disturbing the peace, fire, maintenance issues, or other hazards.
Assists the communication command center by monitoring cameras, receiving calls, and obtaining and disseminating information to appropriate Capitol Police Officers, supervisors, and other agencies based on the nature of the call.
Provides general information and direction to state employees, patrons, and visitors to state facilities.
Prepares logs, statistical information, incident reports, and use of force reports.
Uses computer software and automated information systems to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve, and report on data.
Provides emergency medical assistance such as performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or using an automated external defibrillator (AED).
May administer Narcan for individuals experiencing a drug overdose.
Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races.
May assist Capitol Police Officers with transporting prisoners to correctional facilities by operating a motor vehicle.
Performs other related duties as required.