Security Officer Whitehall Branch
Listed on 2026-01-14
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Security
Security Guard, Site Security, Security Manager, Unarmed Security
Security Officer (20/24 hrs.) Whitehall Branch
Job Title: Security Officer (20/24 hrs./Non-Exempt/Part-time)
Location: Whitehall Branch
Starting Pay Range: $19.20 – $20.20 hourly (commensurate with experience)
Note: For internal candidates, pay adjustments are made in accordance with our Compensation and Salary Administration policy
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- A robust benefits package that supports your physical, mental, and financial well-being.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to meet your healthcare needs.
- A qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
. - Access to mental health resources and employee assistance programs for your peace of mind.
- Generous paid time off and leave options to balance your work and personal life.
- Participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) and additional investment & savings plans.
- A variety of voluntary and supplemental insurance plans to complement your lifestyle.
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About the Position:As a Security Officer, you will ensure a positive customer experience by ensuring a safe and secure environment for all. You are responsible for addressing disruptive or offensive behavior, unsafe conditions, and minimizing theft of library property.
PositionSchedule:
- Weekdays, mostly evenings (as scheduled)
- Sunday 1:00pm-5:00pm (as assigned)
- Patrols buildings and grounds at regular intervals and appropriately handles observed irregularities or problems.
Preventstheftof Librarypropertyandfollowsallissuedpostorders. - Uses non-violent crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to diplomatically confront people engagedindisruptive,offensiveorinappropriatebehavior;suspendsfrompropertyasnecessary.
- Ensures a positive customer experience by greeting customers, answering directional questions and participating in organization-wide initiatives/special events.
- Responds to, investigates, and reports any safety hazard, security incident, parking enforcement or emergency, including reviewing CCTV footage as needed.
- Ensures that the building is secure at closing and that all staff and customers depart safely. Completes issued closing checklist daily.
- Maintains a professional appearance by keeping uniform in good condition and promptly reporting uniform needs to Security management.
- Carrying all necessary equipment in working order while on duty and promptly reports equipment needs to Security management.
- Collaborates with law enforcement on public safety issues. Files police reports and appears in court as needed.
- Assists in emergency response drills and other training throughout the year.
- Assists with testing and validation of security equipment (lockdown buttons, alarm panels, panic buttons, security cameras, etc.) as needed.
- Assists physically challenged customers entering or leaving library facilities, including as part of emergency evacuations.
- Renders first aid in medical emergencies. Contact strained medical professionals as appropriate.
- Documents incidents in the reporting software according to guidelines.
- Brings serious issues or those with significant risk to Security and location management for awareness and resolution.
- Serves as on-call Officer or…
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