Security Officer 2 JFS - Lucas County, OH : Job Details

GENERAL SUMMARYProvides security by maintaining order and assuring the safety of persons and property on Lucas County Property. The Security officer's responsibilities include patrolling the premises, setting up security controls, monitoring property access, investigating suspicious behavior, andenforcing County policies.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS* Patrolling the County buildings and parking lots. Notifies deputies of illegal activities.* Monitors safety and security systems equipment and alarms.* Monitor and enforce traffic and parking of clients, visitors, and staff.* Escorts visitors and clients as needed.* May open/close building(s) to include securing the building by insuring it's empty. Surveys the building and reports security situations or any unusual conditions.* During emergency situations contacts, and may assist, emergency services such as 911, fire/EMS, and law enforcement.* Investigates incidents (complaints, accidents, theft, property damage, etc) and reports findings.* Responds and notifies law enforcement of individuals and/or groups threatening the safety of others. Acts as a witness as necessary.* Assists in the evacuation of the building in emergency situations.* Administers first-aid and CPR. Trained on how to handle exposure to blood borne pathogens.* Assists in the investigation of incidents (complaints, accidents, theft, property damage, and equipment malfunction, etc.* Prepares concise and accurate written reports using the guidelines set out in the Security Officer's Handbook and maintains related records.* Provides information and makes recommendations concerning safety violations.* May be called upon to testify in court as a witness to crime.* Attends meetings, conferences and/or training sessions as required.* Maintains uniforms as prescribed. Maintains proper care of equipment.* Performs other duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS* High School Diploma or GED.* Ability to read & write common vocabulary.* 1 course in public relations (or 1-month experience); or equivalent.* Must have valid driver license with driving privileges in the state of Ohio and insurable driving record.* Also, if assigned responsibility for rendering first aid & CPR, applicant must have completed one training course in each.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES* Safety Practices provides first aid and/or another emergency assistance.* Public Relations gives information to visitors.* Office Practices & Procedures adheres to security workflow processes.* Interviewing, solicitation of standard information in one-on-one situation involving at least limited interpretation or evaluation of responses &/or manner in which information is presented.* Equipment Operator computer, copier, calculator, portable radios, security video and firefighting equipment.* Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions & take appropriate action.* Maintains composure during rapidly evolving/stressful situations.* Interpret extensive variety of technical material in books, journals & manuals.* Define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions.* Comprehend simple sentences with common vocabulary.* Copy material accurately & recognize grammatical & spelling errors.* Understands manuals & verbal instructions, technical in nature.* Gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things.* Work alone on most tasks.* Cooperate with co-workers on group projects* answer routine telephone inquiries from public.* Demonstrate strength to move (e.g., push, pull or otherwise move) objects from one location to another.* Demonstrated track record with multitasking with positive results.* Exhibited flexibility and professionalism.* Ability to read and understand written instruction and/or direction* Ability to follow verbal directions* Ability to work under stressful conditions* Skill in problem solving and decision making* Ability to demonstrate physical fitness; demonstrate agility (to move whole body quickly and easily); demonstrate dexterity (to use hands and/or feet skillfully)UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS* Working in inclement weather* Climbs stairs* May be required to work overtime