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. The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

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