Security Officer, FT

Lexington Public Library•Lexington, KY

9d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Security Officer - Full-Time The Lexington Public Library (LPL) is a dynamic organization that strives to educate, entertain, and connect all people who live, work, or play in the greater Lexington area. Library staff provide excellent customer service, a welcoming environment, and a commitment to LPL’s mission and core values, which can be found here . To keep LPL progressing forward, the Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for Library patrons and employees by patrolling, monitoring, and enforcing LPL code of conduct on Library premises. Starting Hourly Pay $17.97 Primary Work Schedule Position will work 37.5 hours per week within the below operating hours. Monday-Thursday, 8am-7pm. Fridays, 8am-6pm. Saturdays, 9am-5pm. Sundays, 12pm-5pm. Position will require occasional after-hours coverage for special events, emergencies, etc. Applications for this position will be accepted until 4pm Friday, December 26, 2025. Applications must be completed online at www.lexpublib.org . As a Full-time Security Officer, a typical day may include the following…

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Must have a valid driver’s license, with a safe driving record and the ability to have/arrange own transportation.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and Library patrons and law enforcement representatives.
Ability to convey concise, accurate information to the public.
Ability to carry out with limited supervision continuing assignments related to the daily security operations of the library.
Ability to work without sitting for a minimum of two hours and up to four hours, and during that time is able to move with reasonable speed to locations throughout the work place in order to accomplish public service duties.
Ability to work with patrons in unusual conditions, including, but not limited to, substance abuse.
Ability to work at multiple locations and to change schedules on short notice.
Must have good working knowledge of security operations, safety practices in a business environment and enforcement procedures.
Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress related to working with persons with special needs or emotionally upset.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff and public.
Must successfully pass a background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Two years combined security, law enforcement, or military experience preferred.
Two years of college level course work preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains safe and secure environment for customers and employees by patrolling library premises hourly.
Secures facilities, operations, and personnel by assisting with surveying facilities and testing alarms, maintaining surveillance, conducting inspections, and responding to emergencies.
Provides data on and prepares security reports for witnessed events; may recommend banning of violators.
Assists in staff training on security related issues relevant to public library system.
Reports irregularities; informs violators of policy and procedures; ejects trespassers.
Interact and communicate pleasantly and effectively with diverse customers and staff, maintaining a positive and professional demeanor and providing friendly courteous service.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Uniform and equipment provided
Flexible scheduling (That hard to get appointment that can only be scheduled during work? Don’t worry. We can be flexible.)
Competitive compensation based on skills and experience
Excellent medical (HDHP/HSA & PPO), dental, vision, life insurance (employer paid), short term disability, long term disability and employee assistance program.
Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Personal Days
Pension plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
Full Time employees participate in and contribute to Kentucky Public Pensions Authority (Formerly Kentucky Retirement Systems)
401k, 457, & IRA
Employee Assistance Program
Exceptional training and support to give you the resources you need to be successful
Employee discounts (YMCA, cell phone stipends, etc.)
Free Parking