Security Guard - New Hanover JDC

State of North Carolina•New Hanover County, NC

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for helping at-risk youth. We are Working Together to Strengthen North Carolina’s Youth and Families! The Juvenile Justice Section is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating, and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolina's youth, we welcome you to be part of the team.

Requirements

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to use security equipment (e.g., radios, switchboards/phones, flashlights, fire extinguishers, surveillance cameras, alarm panels, card access, or other electronic security systems).
Ability to patrol, monitor, and guard assigned area.
Ability to respond quickly and properly in emergency situations.
Ability to interact with co-workers, supervisors, and the public to provide assistance and relay information.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of standard security practices.
Basic knowledge of standard methods of reporting emergencies.
Basic knowledge of the items/property to be guarded.

Responsibilities

Ensuring the safety of the public, staff, students, and others by enforcing rules of conduct.
Monitoring access to areas; controlling traffic of people and vehicles to prevent overcrowding, traffic or parking congestion and other hazardous incidents.
Providing general information to the public regarding exhibits, programs, special activities and/or directions.
Checking location and use of emergency alarms and equipment, executing the procedures to follow in the event of an emergency; and maintaining daily records and reports.
Providing protective, security and public contact work in the operation of a State facility.
Monitoring assigned areas for possible violation of laws and regulations.
Patrolling property to guard property against fire, damage, and theft.
Providing physical security through patrols of the interior and exterior of facilities.
Observing the activities of persons, using electronic security/surveillance systems, and reporting unusual, suspect, or hazardous activities/situations.