Security Guard (Library)

DeKalb County • Decatur, GA

29d • $18 - $27

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to perform a variety of defined duties
related to maintaining a safe and secure environment for County employees and
visitors and protecting County property against fire, theft, and illegal entry.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; one year of work experience that shows an ability to maintain steady employment in any field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must possess and maintain a State of Georgia Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safeguard of County facilities; controls access/exit to buildings and parking lots; operates X-ray machines and metal detectors; patrols premises of facility; checks visitors for proper identification and security clearance; monitors private entry corridors and hallways; performs roving security rounds in designated areas; records approved deliveries; performs routine operational check of fire extinguishers and AED units; and performs housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Monitors security and safety systems; monitors elevators, phone system, courtroom system, I.C. telephone system, computer, fire safety system, all CCTV monitors; and responds to all alarm activation and other emergencies and takes appropriate action in a timely manner.
• Provides customer service to County employees, visitors and other government agencies; gives directions; answers phone inquiries and/or forwards call to appropriate area; oversees item check-in and lost and found system; and refers mentally unstable or individuals in crisis to appropriate resources.
• Maintains files, records and inventory; completes required paperwork related to duties; maintains record of file access; stores and purges records according to County policies and procedures; and orders supplies; and maintains shipping and receiving records.
• Secures fleet vehicles and various equipment; performs routine maintenance checks and cleans departmental vehicles; checks vehicles in and out of parking lot; records key use; schedules and records all service completed; and ensures vehicles and equipment are ready for assignment.
• Supervises and assigns duties for community service workers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees