Security Officer-INR

Kent State•Warren, OH

5d•$16•Onsite

About The Position

Maintains security of designated area (e.g., buildings, grounds, sales floor); reports threatening or unusual conditions to appropriate authority (e.g., fire dept., police dept., paramedics). Reports to Security Supervisor or other designated supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of one year of security or related experience.
Valid Ohio driver's license with safe driving record.
Knowledge Of: Security and safety issues
Criminal and civil laws concerning proper apprehension of violators, if required by position
Basic plumbing, carpentry and electrical wiring, if required by position
Skill In: Interpersonal communication to effectively interact with University personnel and public in person and over the telephone (e.g., to assist public, communicate with authorities)
Ability To: Recognize threatening and unusual conditions and take appropriate action
Remember a sequence of events and details
Read, write and accurately follow oral and written instructions
Demonstrate physical dexterity
Lift 50 pounds, if required by position
Must pass a security check.

Responsibilities

Patrols and inspects designated area (e.g., buildings, grounds, sales floor); checks for fire or safety hazards, damage, unauthorized or disorderly persons, and/or shoplifters; ensures doors and windows are secure, locks and unlocks buildings.
Reports threatening or unusual conditions to supervisor or appropriate authority (e.g., police dept., fire dept., paramedics) by telephone or radio; apprehends and detains violators until police arrive; sounds alarm and assures orderly evacuation of buildings in event of emergency.
Ensures fire extinguishers, alarm systems, emergency and exit lighting are operable; sets alarms.
Maintains log of activity during shift; completes incident reports.
Provides escort service, assists visitors, provides general information, warns persons of rule infractions (e.g., carrying forbidden objects) or violations (e.g., parking in prohibited area).
Operates service vehicles to patrol area and pick up and deliver materials.
May appear and testify in Student Conduct Court and civil court.
May provide assistance in performing groundskeeping (e.g., shovel and plow snow, apply salt to walkways), custodial (e.g., mop and wax floors, replenish supplies in restrooms), and maintenance duties (e.g., paint, unplug stopped drains, change ballasts in lights).
May train and direct student or temporary employees; may participate in training new employees.
Performs related duties as required.