Security Officer II

We are seeking a Security Officer II who's responsibilities include uniformed patrols and crime prevention services to protect life and property, offering proactive support of student and staff initiatives; development and maintenance of a positive rapport with students, faculty, staff, and members of the surrounding neighborhoods; coordinating and cooperating with various University administrators in the preliminary and follow-up investigation of complaints; reporting criminal offenses and disruptions; enforcing University policies and regulations; writing reports and keeping records; Position involves shift work; rotating days off, and may include schedule changes as needed to meet the security and safety requirements of the University.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas on foot, bicycle, Segway Human Transporters, T-3, Patrol Vehicles or any other vehicles assigned for patrolling.
• Actively participate in crime prevention and community policing activities.
• Respond to routine and emergency calls for various types of service and take action as appropriate.
• Conduct preliminary investigations; maintain confidentiality while writing clear, concise and accurate reports.
• Conduct security inspection of University facilities and areas, reporting conditions as may be necessary.
• Direct pedestrian and vehicle traffic and enforce campus parking regulations as needed.
• Provide escorts and other general services as needed, including locking and unlocking buildings and rooms.
• Work flexible shifts on any day of the week that includes holidays or weekends to assist with operational and special event assignments.
• Use various computers and other equipment as a routine function of this position.
• Perform other security related services for the faculty, staff, students, and visitors of The Peabody Institute as may be necessary.
• Provide security for the University's on campus property, facilities, activities.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Operate a variety of machines and equipment including automobiles, office equipment, radio, telephone.
• Must be able to become certified to operate Segway’s, T-3’s, Bicycles, or any other equipment assigned in order to assist in performing their essential job functions.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are necessary to effectively deal with University students, faculty, staff and the public.
  
• Candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to understand verbal and written direction, maintain a professional demeanor and restraint at all times, which includes stressful situations.
  
• Must also be able to work independently in absence of a supervisor, be able to make observations and write clear, concise, accurate reports containing acceptable content with proper grammar and punctuation reflecting these observations.
  
• Must be able to interact with the general public, students, staff and faculty in a collaborative manner.
  
• Must be able to work ALL shifts, including weekends, holiday, and overtime shifts.
  
• Must be willing to work in a collaborative manner with university mental health professionals in stressful situations involving university personnel.
  

Technical Qualifications or Specialized Certifications

• Should be proficient in using multiple computer software programs designed to prepare reports and other documents relative to the position (i.e. MicroSoft Word, Excel, Power Point etc.).

Physical Requirements

• Successfully complete a physical/health screening examination by the Office of Occupational Health and Safety, which includes a drug screening; successfully meet and maintain Campus Safety and Security physical requirements.
• Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work and officers must be able to remain on feet for extended periods of time, as well as stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, balance, walk, and run. Run moderate distances and/or go up and /or down flights of steps; read, interpret, and understand University policies and procedures.
  
• Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including automobiles, Segways, T-3 Vehicles, bicycles, office equipment, radio, telephone, computers with current word processing programs and other applicable software, etc.
  
• This position is required to work outdoors in all weather conditions, withstand exposure to inclement weather.
  
• Must pass a University criminal background investigation; have and maintain a clean motor vehicle driving record (no more than two current points).
  
• This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilit