Security Guard (PT) - Big Bend Community College : Job Details

Security Guard (PT)

Big Bend Community College

Job Location : Moses Lake,WA, USA

Posted on : 2024-12-17T23:36:17Z

Job Description :
Big Bend Community College (BBCC), a rural college serving vibrant, culturally rich communities in the Columbia Basin of Central Washington seeks to develop a pool of applicants for temporary, hourly Security Guard positions. BBCC employs temporary employees to meet short-term and intermittent workload needs. Temporary Hourly employees have non-student status and are defined as those staff employees not occupying an appointed position and are temporary, at-will employees.Temporary Security Guards perform general security work; report violations of laws, ordinances, and college policies, maintain order, and prevent and investigate crime, security, safety, and related activities. These positions report directly to the Director of Campus Safety& Compliance. Although non-commissioned and unarmed, temporary Security Guards provide a security presence on campus on foot and vehicle patrols of the campus to monitor behavior, secure buildings and property, investigate disturbances, maintain order during events, and report violations. These positions monitor the physical security of campus buildings by locking and unlocking doors, using surveillance systems, and reporting suspicious behavior.In emergency situations, temporary Security Guards respond to the scene, provide first aid and alert additional police or emergency personnel as appropriate. These positions maintain radio communication with other safety personnel and officers on campus, helping to coordinate emergency plans. Security Guards complete and submit incident reports to supervisors or law enforcement agencies as appropriate. Other duties include monitoring alarm systems and responding to alerts, training additional temporary Security Guards or other employees with security responsibilities and serve as crowd control at special events.To work at BBCC you will be participating in a movement. We are taking action to intentionally and fearlessly create a college where all feel they belong, all people are represented and respected for their lived experiences, and each has received the recognition and support needed to thrive. Our students, the HEART of BBCC, and our employees, the SOUL, are the reason we are deepening our commitment to this movement.BBCC's organizational strength is captured in our small but mighty spirit. A small college taking on BIG things to enact BIG change to lift our students and employees. We are dedicated to extending postsecondary access to all our service district members and providing an environment for all to grow personally and professionally, steered by our mission and vision.Vision: To become our communities' first choice to dream, learn, and succeed.MissionServe as a BridgeStand as a LeaderSupport for SuccessOur guiding principles are a call to action, establishing a standard for how we interact with each other, present BBCC in the community, serve students AND act upon areas of inequity.Guiding PrinciplesHonor our Role as a Hispanic-Serving InstitutionAdvocate for Equity, Inclusion, & DiversityEmbrace our Workplace NormsInnovate ProactivelyModel IntegrityEducate AllIf you share these values, we encourage you to come be a part of the movement happening at Big Bend Community College.This position is open until filled. BBCC accepts applications for temporary hourly positions on an ongoing basis, though it does not necessarily imply that there are immediate openings. Applicants who meet the minimum required qualifications and submit a complete application with all required components will become part of a standing pool which the college will draw on as department/scheduling needs dictate. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.Primary essential duties and responsibilities include but will not be limited to the following:* Provide a security presence on campus for Big Bend Community College properties on foot or in a patrol vehicle; inspect buildings and grounds for prowlers, fire, property damage, or other irregularities to enforce institution rules and regulations, local, state, and federal statutes and ordinances.* Investigate accidents and crimes, gather evidence, locate witnesses, and appear in court as required. Work with and/or assist city or county police and state patrol when needed or in cases of emergency. Administer first aid if needed.* Direct and regulate traffic, patrol campus parking areas on foot or in a vehicle, observe parking and traffic patterns.* Maintain surveillance of an area suspect for criminal activity to stop criminal activity.* Operate department communication equipment, answer telephone inquiries, receive reports of criminal activity, dispatch foot and mobile units, operate radio system, and monitor alarm systems.* Complete and file reports as required.* Operate complex computer programs.* Successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.* Support and advance the Big Bend Community College strategic plan.* Perform all other duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:* High School Diploma or equivalent.* Knowledge of security or law enforcement, investigation procedures, rules governing public access to buildings and grounds, electronic security systems, rules of behavior, general safety precautions and fire hazards, methods and procedures for searching for violators, fire-fighting equipment and fire prevention methods, and first aid.* Unencumbered valid driver's license from Washington or another state.* Current valid automobile insurance.* Valid First Aid/CPR Certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:* Two years of work experience as a security guard or equivalent experience or training.* Experience in a higher education environment.* Bilingual Spanish/English proficiency.* Bicultural experience.COMPETENCIES:* Ability to handle emergency situations and conflict without escalation.* Ability to investigate incidents and write reports.* Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.* Knowledge of maintaining required reports and filing systems.* Ability to work in a team environment.* Ability to use a computer and possess and demonstrate ability to operate complex computer programs.* Ability to work varied/rotating shifts.* Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times.* A demonstrable understanding and acceptance of the mission, values, goals and objectives of Big Bend Community College.* The ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution, community and technical college system.* Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting a teaching, learning and working environment that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion.In addition to the minimum and desirable qualifications listed above, we desire candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to serving Latinx and other under represented student populations in higher education.This position is open until filled. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required qualifications and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:* BBCC Online application.* Cover letter, addressing why you are interested in this position and how your qualifications make you the ideal candidate.** Comprehensive resume or CV.** Response(s) to the questions found in the Supplemental Questions Tab above.** Unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate course work and degrees. Official transcripts required upon employment.*NOTE: You must complete the online application in full and respond to the required supplemental questions. Failure to provide this information or responses of See Resume may eliminate you from consideration for this position. The college reserves the right to remove documents, submitted but not requested, by BBCC as part of the application process. These documents include, but are not limited to statements of teaching philosophy, diversity statement, letters of recommendation, student evaluations, performance evaluations, etc.BBCC reserves the right to not fill this position, reject all applicants, reopen the position, or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the College's discretion.This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and/or modified, at any time, without notice.If you have difficulty logging into your account, attaching documents, submitting your application, etc., please contact NEOGOV Customer Service at 1-855-###-####.COMPENSATION:This is a temporary, part-time position paid on an hourly basis based on a submitted timesheet. The rate for this position is $20.00 per hour. This position is not benefit eligible.Temporary, part-time positions earn sick leave based on hours worked each pay period at the rate of one (1) hour of sick leave for every forty (40) hours of work.Temporary hourly positions are exempt from the civil service rules and are limited to one (1) appointment at BBCC. Temporary hourly employees must not work more than 12 consecutive months or 1050 hours or more in any twelve (12) consecutive month period from the original date of hire or July 1, 2022, whichever is later.In compliance with WAC 357-04-045, candidates previously employed by Big Bend Community College in a part-time hourly/temporary position after July 1, 2022 will not qualify for this position and cannot be considered for employment in any part-time hourly/temporary position. Candidates may apply for other positions posted on the college website.The length of employment and the number of hours worked per week are undetermined and may be continued, reduced or terminated based on funding, workload fluctuations, etc. There is no contract or guarantee of continued employment.REQUIRED WORK SCHEDULE:Position is expected to work two night shifts during the week, and/or weekends (maximum of 69 hours per calendar month). Schedule will be determined according to the needs of the department.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:* Work is commonly performed outdoors in uncontrolled elements.* Work is active in nature.* Frequent use of computer, complex data management systems, and exposure to terminal screens.* Work in a semi-open office setting with frequent interruptions and background noise.* Work directly with internal and external customers.* Work involves constant interruptions and requirement to answer on demand questions by phone, in person, or electronically.* Move up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.* Occasional kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing.* Frequent repetitive hand/wrist motions and finger manipulation.* Occasional to frequent change in position from sedentary, standing, stooping and walking.* Frequent oral and auditory communication with others.* Requires communication ability necessary to understand instructions and recognize hazardous, unsafe or poisonous materials and/or products.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete the questionsPrior to employment, a comprehensive background check including criminal record history and abstract driver record will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform the position.An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of Big Bend Community College to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.Official transcripts must be provided to the college upon hire.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973.Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity, and/or grievances to the Vice President of Human Resources & Labor/Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator/Section 504 Coordinator, BBCC 7662 Chanute Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837; 509-###-#### or via email at [email protected] .DRUG AND ALCOHOL-FREE CAMPUS:In compliance with state and federal regulations, BBCC is committed to a safe and drug and alcohol-free campus. Employees are expected to comply with BBCC's policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notifications of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety. The complete policy and procedure are available to view on the policies page of the BBCC website. Printed copies of the policy and procedure are available by contacting the Human Resources Office at 509-###-####.BBCC ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT:BBCC strives to be a safe and secure campus for our students, employees, and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent-three year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety and Security page of the BBCC website. If you have questions or would like a printed copy of the materials please contact Campus Safety and Security at 509-###-####.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, marital status, pregnancy status or families with children, a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, genetic information, and/or status as a veteran or any other legally protected classification.
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