Lead Security Services Guard (Limited Period)

We’re looking for a reliable and customer service-oriented individual to maintain the safety and security of the Mountain View Public Library and premises for Library customers and employees as LEAD SECURITY SERVICES GUARD. You will join a fast-paced, dynamic team environment, actively monitoring the library building and grounds to ensure a welcoming and respectful environment, and compliance with the Library’s Behavior Policy.  This position receives direction from the senior management and in-charge staff and will coordinate the training and scheduling of contractors and hourly staff. This is a non-sworn position, does not carry weapons and performs support functions. Schedule is from Tuesday through Saturday. Shifts from Tuesday through Thursday are from 12:10 to 9:10 pm and 9:10 am to 6:10 pm for Friday and Saturday. Review our detailed job description here.

• Education and training equivalent to the completion of the 12^th grade
• Two years of work experience requiring frequent public contact and the interpretation of complex rules and regulations.
• A two-year college degree in business administration or criminal justice or a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license.

Bonus Points:

• Experience as a security guard or in a municipal police department is highly desirable.

• You work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• You find appeal in extensive public interaction and in helping to create a welcoming and safe environment for the customers of all ages and Library staff.
• You build relationships with the public and see interactions with Library customers as opportunities to create positive experience for their visit.
• You are approachable and friendly and have the ability to establish and maintain courteous and effective working relationships with Library staff.
• You are tactful have compassion, empathy and a sense of sound judgement when assessing situations and approaching difficult customer interactions.
• You can communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
• You have the ability to learn, follow and articulate Library policies and procedures.
• You are able to use a computer and the internet and have basic knowledge of Office applications such as Word and Excel.
• You are able to bend, reach, push, lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds.

Submit your application and resume online at www.governmentjobs.com or to the Human Resources Department; City of Mountain View, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041, (650) 903-6309.  Please provide a valid email address on your application. Application materials will be screened on a continuous basis with a first application review date of Wednesday, January 8, 2025. This recruitment may close at any time. 

Fine Print. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Mountain View is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Prior to hire, candidates are required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. 

Salary : $67,258 - $81,616