Lead Security Officer

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The Lead Security Officer provides a safe and secure environment for students, staff, customers, visitors, and persons conducting business in an assigned facility by continually looking for situations that could interrupt the normal business flow and taking immediate steps to eliminate the risk. Additionally, the Security Officer 3 engages in loss and crime prevention activities to protect University assets.

Pay Rate: $20.16 per hour, based on experience

Work schedule:                 Wed 2:00 pm to 12:00 am

                                                Thur, Fri, Sat: 6 :00 pm to 4:00 am

                                                Sun, Mon, Tue: Off

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS 

                                                                                                         

• Controls building access and property removal.

• Maintains civil law and order and assists in prevention of damage due to fire, theft negligent acts. 

• Responds to all building alarm signals and protects vehicles parked in University parking spaces.

• Assists in monitoring failure or malfunction of electrical and utility systems. Detects and reports campus safety problems. 

• Takes remedial and corrective steps and notifies management for all abnormal conditions. 

• Prepares accurate and up-to-date reports. Assists staff, students, patients, and visitors by providing directions and other relevant assistance.

• Monitors unauthorized individuals and escorts them from the premises or calls the police.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                         

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing:

Not Applicable

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

• Proficiency in computer software (i.e., Microsoft Office).

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle

• Valid State of Florida driver’s license

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

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