Security Driver

Equus•Dayton, OH

About The Position

The Security Driver operates center vehicles to transport students and other passengers and assists with vehicle custodial maintenance. Working with the Safety/Security team, the role helps protect the safety of students and staff and the security of buildings, vehicles, and property. Duties include checking people and facility conditions, performing patrol and gate or desk coverage, responding to alarms and emergencies, and carrying out guard and administrative responsibilities to protect life and property.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience; an associate’s degree in criminal justice is desirable and may be substituted for experience.
One year of experience as a driver.
Unencumbered CDL.
General knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair and ability to maintain a vehicle mechanically.
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies for effective security operations protecting people, data, property, and institutions.
Ability to promote Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behavior, mentoring students when necessary, and monitoring behavior through interventions.
Strong organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
For driving duties, a valid driver’s license in the state of employment and an acceptable driving record.
I-9 documentation verifying authorization to work in the United States.
Successfully pass a post-offer background check and drug test.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in firefighting, law enforcement, or safety and security.
Previous experience working with youth.

Responsibilities

Drive center vehicles and keep them clean and safe.
Record and report information accurately and promptly, including vehicle-related findings and corrective actions.
Transport students to and from the center, work-based learning, off-center training and activities, medical and dental appointments, and designated arrival points using government-paid transportation.
Transport students on scheduled or emergency trips and assist in transporting ill or injured students, staff, or others requiring medical attention.
Prepare related motor vehicle reports and maintain student accountability according to policy and procedures.
Test fire and intrusion alarms, report malfunctions, respond to fire alarms, report fires, assist with fire suppression, and reset alarm equipment.
Conduct dormitory searches and seizures as needed by the Safety/Security Department; confiscate contraband or weapons and deliver items to the Safety/Security Manager for proper disposal.
Assist center staff and law enforcement in controlling disturbances; investigate incidents, take initial reports, and prepare reports or conduct preliminary investigations as needed.
Provide security gate or desk coverage when not driving, following and documenting check-in and check-out procedures.
Enforce federal law, state statutes, and center rules and regulations to maintain peace and safety.
Patrol buildings and grounds and check doors, windows, lighting, electrical appliances, equipment, locks, and emergency equipment.
Check identification of people entering or exiting the grounds and permit or deny access according to established procedures.
Set up and check building intrusion alarm systems as required.
Inform staff and students of unsafe practices and conditions and identify and report environmental health and safety concerns.
Model, mentor, and monitor the center’s positive normative culture and Career Success Standards.
Act as a responsible custodian of assigned center property and report violations of unethical behavior.
Suggest opportunities for continuous operational improvement and waste reduction.
Maintain an employee scorecard rating of 75% or higher.