Security Officer

SAFETY AND SECURITY OFFICER

Department: Safety and Security

Job Classification: Security Officer (C1/C2)

Minimum Starting Wage: $14.00 per hour (plus shift differential for evening/nights)

Status: Part Time, Non-Exempt, Replacement

Work Schedule: To be determined, will include nights, weekends and holidays

Job Summary: The Safety and Security Officer is assigned primarily to patrol duty and perform security responsibilities that are basic to Safety and Security function. The Officer is responsible for foot and mobile patrols of the campus and provides vehicle assists, escorts, building access, incident and accident report writing, light audits, and identifying suspicious /criminal activities.

The Safety and Security Officer is also responsible for identifying and reporting safety hazards on campus property and property adjacent to the University. The Officer responds to all intrusion and fire alarms and assists campus and city personnel with emergency management. The Officer also must be capable of satisfying all the responsibilities of Dispatch, including accessing and understanding all computerized databases and alarm systems. This is an unarmed, non-commissioned position.

Essential Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities: The following outlines the essential functions of the position and is not to be considered a description of all duties inherent in the position.

• Enforces university rules and regulations to ensure the orderly operation of the campus.
• Exercises authority consistent with the obligations of the officer position, remaining directly accountable to his assigned supervisor or officer in charge.
• Maintains harmonious working relationships with all campus and non-campus associates by behaving in a courteous and considerate manner.
• Complies with all university and departmental administrative policies, including BW’s Community Standards of Conduct.
• Maintains responsibility to the supervisors/OIC, within the patrol assignment for:

• Protection of life and property.
• Promptly responding to requests for service and emergencies.
• Reporting to the supervisor/OIC any criminal activity, hazards, and disturbances, and the procedural reporting of such incident.
• Processing of lost property, evidence, and contraband.
• Logging and calling- in shift activity and breaks.
• Locking and unlocking interior and exterior doors.
• Satisfying the “Card Access Patrol” requirements.

• Devotes the maximum time possible to patrolling the campus and responding to service requests and emergencies, remaining at the Safety and Security Office only when necessary to complete a work-related task, when ordered by the supervisor/OIC, or when on a prescribed break.
• Presents cases in the courts as directed by his supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned by his supervisor or Director.

Qualifications and Conditions of Employment: Associates degree recommended, High School Diploma or G.E.D. required. Requires strong verbal and written communication skills. Requires strong customer service skills and computer skills. Must be able to physically perform foot patrols which includes ascending and descending stairs. Strong commitment to diversity; must be able to work well with a diverse campus population. Must possess and maintain a valid State of Ohio Driver's license and remain insurable by the University’s carrier. Must successfully complete background check. Must be willing and able to work a variety of shifts, schedules, and events. Must be willing and able to work overtime, weekends and holidays. Will not carry any un-issued weapons of any type.

Working Conditions: Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, weather, and/or loud noises. Moderate physical activity. Requires standing and/or walking. Work environment involves some potential exposure to physical risks.

Compensation: A competitive pay rate and uniforms, short-term disability, 403 (b) retirement plan, and tuition remission benefits for employee and family.

Baldwin Wallace University is an EEO/AA employer and educator. At BW, we support and encourage diversity in a variety of forms. We value and appreciate inclusive excellence in the classroom, within extracurricular activities and as we engage our community partners. Learn more at Diversity Affairs – https://www.bw.edu/about/diversity/.