Security Guard - Perquimans JDC

State of North Carolina•125 Jessup St Perquimans, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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. This role involves providing protective, security, and public contact work in the operation of a State facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring assigned areas for possible violations of laws and regulations, and patrolling property to guard against fire, damage, and theft. This position also involves 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.

Requirements

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.
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
May require the ability to complete emergency medical technician (EMT) training and meet re-certification standards as required.

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.
Employees perform related duties as required.
Employees operate within specified rules and regulations and receive their work assignments from a higher-level supervisor.