Lead Security Officer Armed I - III AS6425

Oklahoma State University • Tulsa, OK

17d • $18 - $30

About The Position

The Lead for the Center for Health Sciences Security Department provides day-to-day leadership and supervision to security officers. The Lead ensures security operations are carried out efficiently and in accordance with university safety and security protocols. They serve as the primary point of contact for officers on duty, providing guidance, training, and support and coordinating responses to incidents. The role collaborates closely with the Operations Captain and other security personnel to maintain a safe and secure campus environment.

The position requires the ability to work all shifts. It involves exposure to physical danger and potentially hazardous or unpleasant conditions, including dangerous criminal elements, arrest situations, mentally deranged persons, traffic accidents, unruly crowds, disease or hazardous materials during emergency responses, and varying weather and other hazardous conditions. Physical duties may include lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds; stooping, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions; using stairs; running up to half a mile to pursue a suspect; detaining a suspect; moving an injured person to safety; operating a security vehicle in routine and emergency situations; and standing or walking continuously for a regular eight-hour period.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, conferred on or before the agreed-upon start date.
• Two years of experience in a related field.
• Basic Life Support/CPR certification.
• Valid Oklahoma driver's license.
• Current Oklahoma CLEET License in Phase 1 (Basic) and Phase 2 (Officer).
• FTO certification.
• Knowledge of security operations, surveillance systems, and emergency response protocols.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills; ability to work effectively under pressure in emergencies.
• Polite and approachable manner; trustworthy character; flexible and responsible approach; patience; good verbal and written communication; problem-solving ability; basic computer knowledge; and ability to follow instructions.
• Confidence in dealing with difficult or confrontational people and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of customer care and a non-judgmental approach; ability to relate well to a wide range of people and build and maintain relationships with teammates, colleagues, and customers.
• Ability to respond positively to stressful situations and work with technical equipment such as closed-circuit television.
• Willingness to learn new skills, take training opportunities, and stay abreast of changes in security-sector standards.
• Clean criminal record.
• Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds and perform the physical duties described in the working conditions.
• Ability to work all shifts.

Nice To Haves

• First aid certification and/or other relevant emergency response certifications.
• Two years of employment as a security officer with Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences.
• Knowledge of security field training operations, the Omnigo tracking system, Clery reporting, and Milestone and Verkada camera technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise security officers in day-to-day operations.
• Ensure security operations are conducted efficiently and in alignment with university safety and security protocols.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for officers on duty, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Coordinate responses to incidents.
• Collaborate with the Operations Captain and other security personnel to maintain a safe and secure campus environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED