Security Guard

Job Description

Department: Sheriff

Sub-Department: Security

Pay Grade: GRD

FLSA Status: Full-Time

Employment Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Public Safety Supervisor

Supervises: None

Job Summary

To ensure the safety and security of buildings and ground for County employees and the general public.

Essential Job Functions

• Possess a detailed working knowledge of the access control and video surveillance software and hardware as well as the x-ray and magnetometer equipment. Make programming changes and review and generate logs and video as needed.
• Perform security screening procedures of the public and staff at ingress and egress points in the secure County buildings when open to the public as prescribed by County Ordinance 93-7. Assist Deputies at security stations as needed. Performs roving building patrols of prescribed buildings to ensure security after public hours.
• Create detailed logs of all after hour’s events. Control afterhours ingress and egress security screening and monitor employee afterhours access in various buildings to maintain safety and security. Report criminal/mischievous/behavior and mechanical issues appropriately.
• Directly interacts with public and all county agencies/departments and answers questions from both. Provides direction both during the course of normal business and during emergencies.
• Attends meetings, seminars and training as directed.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.
  
  

Education/Training

Minimum Requirements to Perform the Work:

• High School diploma or equivalent
  
  

Work Experience

• One year of security experience preferred
  
  

Post-Qualifications

• Certifications: AED Certification/Adult, Child & Infant CPR/First Aid
• Passive Restraint Training
• Valid Driver’s License
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must be able to speak and understand the English language and to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must possess ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to client information and records.
• Must possess personal integrity and honesty.
• Must possess the ability to work effectively with associates.
• Must possess a high degree of alertness and ability to detect problems or potential problems.
• Must possess knowledge and ability to security equipment.
• Must possess ability to maintain order and security effectively.
• Must possess ability to react quickly and calmly in an emergency.
• Must possess ability to enforce rules and regulations with firmness.
• Must possess some knowledge and understanding of individual and group behavior and attitude of individuals under restraint.
• Must possess ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  
  

Company Description

Mission Statement: To provide impactful and essential county services in the most effective, courteous, and financially responsible manner possible.

We are always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this job application!

Cumberland County Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

Cumberland County acknowledges and celebrates the unique characteristics of our residents, employees, and visitors. We identify diversity as a strength and consider it a growing, valuable asset of our community. We thoughtfully offer services and opportunities by understanding the different needs of our residents and actively engaging the underrepresented. Everyone who lives, works, and visits Cumberland County will benefit from our commitment to a welcoming environment.

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Benefits

• Capital Blue Medical Insurance
• Capital Blue Vision Insurance
• United Concordia Dental Insurance
• County Retirement Pension (5% minimum contribution)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – certain eligibility requirements must be met