Security Officer - Per Diem

Husson University•Bangor, ME

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The successful candidate will perform the duties of a uniformed Per Diem Safety and Security Officer, as well as the duties of a dispatcher. Campus Security Officers are responsible for the comfort, safety, and security of the students, faculty, staff, and visitors to Husson University. Security Officers maintain a safe environment and minimize the potential for loss or damage of all property controlled by Husson University by conducting high visibility patrols on foot and in University-owned vehicles, monitoring CCTV equipment, and monitoring radio communications. Officers provide a wide variety of services to our campus community, and are expected to proactively seek opportunities to provide excellent customer service. Security Officers enforce Husson University rules and regulations, the Community Conduct Code, and coordinate with law enforcement in enforcing state statutes. Security Officers recognize potential safety concerns and take measures to mitigate these concerns. Security Officers respond to disturbances and mitigate disruptive conduct, respond to emergencies as needed, and coordinate with all local, county, and state agencies as necessary to maintain the safety of Husson University. Security Officers may serve in a dispatch role, facilitating communication with officers, directing them to respond to requests for service, and providing pertinent information necessary to maintain a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors to Husson University. Security Officers also coordinate with all local, county, and state agencies as necessary to maintain the safety of the Campus.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent required.
At least 6 months of security, military, or law enforcement experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide prompt, courteous service to students, staff, and visitors
Work a part-time schedule, evenings, or overnights, including weekends and holidays as necessary
Work a minimum of two shifts (patrol shift or event shift) per fiscal quarter
Must be available to cover other shifts due to absences, inclement weather, or other unforeseen circumstances
Attend and/or complete all departmental and University training requirements to include CPR/AED certification.
Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies & procedures
Perform lead Security Officer duties in the absence of a supervisor
Maintain complete awareness of Husson University Campus property, life safety systems, and emergency plans including the proper use of fire extinguishers
Maintain the confidentiality of all departmental and University information and paperwork
Be well-groomed and properly wear the issued uniform
Appropriately maintain all issued duty equipment
Monitor and operate a two-way radio utilizing proper radio protocol to maintain FCC & NIMS compliance
Must have appropriate report-writing skills, as well as the ability to utilize electronic reporting systems
Patrol University property to prevent and detect signs of intrusion, theft, and life safety concerns
Provides safety and traffic control during Campus events
Ensure all necessary doors and buildings are properly secured
Ensure resolution of any safety concerns noted during your shift
Monitor and regulate as necessary building systems including building boilers, as well as refrigerator and freezer units
Monitor CCTV and review as necessary for security and investigations
Answer telephone calls, take messages, answer questions and provide information
Enforce University rules & regulations and notify violators of infractions including the issuance of parking tickets
Escort students, staff, faculty, and visitors to various locations on as necessary
Investigate suspicious activity, security issues, and criminal incidents
Gather and process evidence and properly document it in verbal and written reports
Respond to accidents and medical emergencies and provide First Aid and CPR
Respond to disturbances and emergencies on University property
Write technical reports to document incidents and investigations, as well as daily activities
Coordinate emergencies until a supervisor arrives on the scene
Contact the Associate Vice President of Security or designee as needed during emergencies
Contact local police and fire departments as necessary and act as a liaison between these agencies and the University as needed
Escort and remove undesirable persons from the Campus
Apprehend suspects and use departmentally approved restraint techniques as necessary, including but not limited to pepper spray, baton, and handcuffs
Keep a daily dispatch log of calls, events, and activities
Create digital and hard-copy documents and forms as needed
Perform a daily inventory of first responder keycards and maps
Maintain working knowledge and the ability to use all Safety and Security systems and technology platforms
All other duties as assigned