UNIV- Security Specialist III-2-Public Safety

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

5d

About The Position

Patrols assigned areas diligently, giving particular attention to and often rechecking those locations where problems have been frequent. Patrols building checking for fire, prowlers, vandalism, and other unusual activities. Makes rounds of assigned area at least three times during the shift, appropriately documents and verbally reports discrepancies. Sustains attentiveness. Promptly responds to all emergencies, knows locations of call boxes and fire extinguishers, coordinates with other officers, checks IDs and passes. Courteously assists all persons seeking directions, information or assistance.

Requirements

• A high school diploma and three years of experience in fire prevention, safety or security activities.
• Certification by the Department of Public Safety, in accordance with Section 23-6-430 of the 1976 South Carolina Code of Laws.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time. (Continuous)
• Ability to lift materials up to 50 lbs, unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift, drag, pull persons to safety, weighing up to 300 lbs., assisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to hear and recognize various sounds within noisy background areas. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision in both eyes, corrected. (Continuous)
• Ability to climb stairs to the top floor of any building within the institution. (Infrequent)
• Olfactory sense must be intact in order to smell unusual odors. (Continuous)
• Ability to carry heavy objects, i.e. persons, a distance of 15 to 20 feet in emergency situations. (Infrequent)
• Ability to engage in physical confrontations with suspected offenders. (Infrequent)
• Ability to sit. (Infrequent)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas diligently, giving particular attention to and often rechecking those locations where problems have been frequent. Patrols building checking for fire, prowlers, vandalism, and other unusual activities. Makes rounds of assigned area at least three times during the shift, appropriately documents and verbally reports discrepancies. Sustains attentiveness. Promptly responds to all emergencies, knows locations of call boxes and fire extinguishers, coordinates with other officers, checks IDs and passes.
• Responds punctually to all assignments and immediately to all emergencies.
• Monitors alarms and CCTV, (closed circuit television).
• Performs duty of Public Safety Officer (non-arrest powers), assist supervisory personnel in peace and decorum in building and on grounds, Tickets unauthorized vehicles parked in areas reserved for emergency vehicles, loading zones, handicapped or decal required areas. Notifies supervisor or officer assigned to the areas if the vehicle is created a problem. Escorts persons as required. Detains suspicious persons loitering and notifies Dispatchers.
• Operates two-way radio and responds per the direction of Dispatcher.
• Courteously assists all persons seeking directions, information or assistance.
• Informs the relieving officer of all information and concerns of interest or importance to them in the proper performance of their job duty.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees