Security Officer

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Requirements

The Security Officer maintains the integrity of assigned buildings or areas by understanding access control systems, circulation and safety systems, and emergency exits in event of an emergency. The incumbent is aware of and understands all special and general orders pertaining to area, building, or functions of job, inspecting and reporting security and safety of area or building. Additional duties include, but are not limited to:

• Report all deficiencies to his/her supervisor, staying knowledgeable of traffic flow.

• Recognize unusual incidents or unwarranted intrusion and effect prompt and proper requests for assistance when required.

• Utilize communications available for reporting purposes.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Interactions

This position reports to the Police Sergeant and works independently with general supervision. The incumbent works with other patrol officers, communications officers, security officers, and student guards and also interacts routinely with students, faculty, staff, visitors, and the neighboring community. The Security Officer is one of the “faces” of the Georgetown University Police Department. The Security Officer is considered as essential under the University Personnel policy guidelines and therefore is subject to be on call when necessary. The incumbent must be willing to work extended, odd, or off hours to achieve the expectations of the Department. This may include rotating tours of duty (day shifts, evening shifts, overnight shifts) with fluctuating days off, according to departmental needs.

Requirements and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• At least 1 year of general work experience

• 1 year of security, law enforcement or military experience is preferred, but not required; An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered in lieu of above requirements

Technical Qualifications or Specialized Certification

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Must qualify for a Security Officer License in the District of Columbia

• All applicants are subject to a written test, a report writing test, drug test, physical examination by a medical doctor to University specifications, and extensive psychological testing

• Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation

• Basic computer skills, including word processing are essential; preference for administrative and clerical skills

• Must possess tact, patience, a professional and courteous demeanor, and a pleasant personality in order to deal with students, staff, faculty, visitors, and community members

• Must respect the use of police powers in relation to a University environment

• Good verbal and written communications skills, including report writing, are essential

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

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