Security Officer

Position Summary

The Security Officer promotes and maintains civil order; enforces laws and ordinances; conducts investigations; issues citations and makes arrests; patrols assigned areas to provide security; responds to alarm calls; prepares detailed reports concerning crimes and incidents; interviews victims and witnesses; maintains equipment in functional condition; establishes and maintains positive working relationships with the college community and community-at-large. Performs additional duties as required.

Salary

Schedule:

Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule E5 Grade 06 ($28,836 - $46,327) based on experience

• Patrol the campus and make scheduled tours of buildings and grounds by vehicle or on foot to ensure buildings and persons are secure.
• Monitor events on campus to ensure security and safety for the students, participants, and attendees.
• Respond to and investigate incidents on campus including but not limited to motor vehicle incidents, or criminal or college violations as assigned.
• Enforce criminal and traffic laws; assists LSCC Police as needed in making arrests and issuing summons.
• Lock and unlock outer doors, check buildings and hallways after hours for signs of unusual activity.
• Issue tickets to violators of campus parking regulations.
• Monitor students and visitors to ensure compliance with college policies and regulations.
• Complete clear and concise written offense reports immediately following an incident.
• Log all activities in daily log register.
• Inspect all assigned areas for safety hazards.
• Investigate all adverse campus conditions and situations.
• Recertify on firearms range annually.
• Lift, carry and move heavy objects within safety limits.
• Serve on committees as assigned by Committee on Committees.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned by appropriate personnel.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekends.

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of full-time work experience in security or law enforcement
• Effective oral and written skills
• Must be able to work extended and flexible day, hours and shifts
• Must possess superb verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly speak and write in English
• Valid State Pistol Permit
• Valid State of Alabama Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Must be able to perform walking, climbing, running, bending, moving, standing, carrying, and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to respond quickly to all areas of the institution in response to security-related issues
• Must be able to remain calm and professional in a crisis or stressful situation
• Ability to hear and communicate clearly and concisely
• Ability to critically think and use good judgment in all matter

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the ONLINE application system ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Application material may not be submitted by fax or email. No previous application files will be transferred for consideration for this position. If you have any questions regarding the application, please contact the Office of Human Resources at .

A complete application packet consists of:

• Online application
• Transcript(s) if applicable ( If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date.)
• A current resume

NOTE:

APPLICATIONS WILL REMAIN ON FILE AND A PART OF THE APPLICANT POOL FOR 36 MONTHS Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered. Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide the following:
Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job titles and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel…