Security I

Western Colorado UniversityGunnison, CO
$17 - $24Onsite

About The Position

Western Colorado University Security Services provides a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors on Western's campus. This is accomplished through a community-friendly approach, visibility of security personnel, 24-hour accessibility, roving patrols, and cooperation with all local emergency agencies.

Requirements

  • Must be a Colorado Resident at the time of application
  • The selected candidate must pass a criminal background check
  • The selected candidate must have a valid regular Colorado Driver's License

Nice To Haves

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Customer service skills
  • Ability to handle emergencies calmly and efficiently
  • Attention to detail and ability to observe surroundings
  • Excellent problem solving skills
  • Experience working with and communicating with emergency services
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Prior State service in a position requiring similar job knowledge, skills, or abilities

Responsibilities

  • Patrol campus grounds by vehicle or on foot to protect state and personal property
  • Walk through and patrol buildings to identify safety hazards and verify safe conditions
  • Respond to parking and traffic violations on campus; patrol parking lots to ensure safety of persons and vehicles
  • Document incidents that occur and actions taken during shift
  • As needed, notify local law enforcement of incidents and participate with law enforcement during investigation of criminal activity
  • Participate in campus events to ensure safety while conducting crowd and traffic control
  • Assist with campus/building/facility maintenance; contact appropriate personnel when mechanical or physical problems are discovered/identified during shift; document work orders submitted or actions taken for repairs
  • In the event of a major emergency, integrate into an incident command structure and follow the emergency operations plan

Benefits

  • Colorado PERA retirement
  • Voluntary participation in 401(k), 457, and 403(b) retirement plans
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with generous employer premium contributions)
  • Basic life insurance coverage (at no cost)
  • Optional life insurance for employees and their families
  • Short-term disability coverage (at no cost)
  • Optional long-term disability coverage
  • Flexible spending plans
  • Employer contributions to a qualified Health Savings Account
  • 11 paid state holidays per year
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • An annual campus health fair with free biometric/blood screenings, free flu shots, and other free screening services available
  • Discounted memberships to the campus fieldhouse and fitness center
  • Employee and dependent tuition benefits after one year of employment
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