Security Guard Jobs

Under direction, is responsible for guarding County owned and leased property against fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry. Performs a walking patrol of County buildings and grounds; examines doors and windows to determine that they are secure; watches for and reports irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes and doors left unlocked. Assists employees and the public in providing information and other types of requested assistance.

Inspects equipment and furniture to ascertain if tampering has occurred.

Shuts off office equipment where applicable and reports as needed to Facilities and Operations.

Watches for and reports irregularities, such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes and doors left unlocked.

Observes departing personnel to guard against theft of County property.

Sounds alarm or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.

Permits authorized persons to enter property.

Records data, such as property damage, unusual occurrences and malfunctioning of equipment on incident report.

Prepares buildings for morning openings and evening closings.

Performs tasks to immediately rectify potential hazards when necessary.

Performs periodic inspection/testing of emergency and exit lighting.

Assists others, and when necessary, directs them to the appropriate office or staff member.

May be required to provide security to areas other than those regularly assigned.

May register at watch stations to record time of inspection trips.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• One (1) year of security experience
• Possession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test

Preferred Education and Experience

Required Licenses or Certifications

Knowledge of:

Skill in:

• Conflict resolution
• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with co-workers
• Customer service

Ability to:

• Stand or walk for most, if not all, each shift
• Maintain the confidentiality of information
• Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Work independently
• Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
• Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS

Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.

The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) – Local 411 bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.