Security Officer

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Job Description

Security Officer - ( STA007256 )

Organization

Organization : H0169 Police

Description

Provides physical security for a university building.

• Unlocks and locks doors and checks all floors for unsecured doors.
• Monitors entry into the building and maintains sign-in / out log.
• Monitors security cameras and radio traffic; alerts proper personnel of camera malfunctions.
• Answers the telephone and greets visitors; provides information and directions.
• Provides immediate contact with the university's police department in case of an emergency; prepares incident reports.
• May accept parcel packages and deliver them to designated floors or staff.
• May monitor and control entry into a gated parking lot.
• Patrols assigned areas to check for criminal activity, rule violations, and irregularities.
• Performs other job-related duties assigned.

Unlocks and locks doors and checks all floors for unsecured doors.Monitors entry into the building and maintains sign-in / out log.

• Monitors security cameras and radio traffic; alerts proper personnel of camera malfunctions.Answers the telephone and greets visitors;
• provides information and directions.Provides immediate contact with the university's police department in case of an emergency;

prepares incident reports.May accept parcel packages and deliver them to designated floors or staff.May monitor and control entry into a gated parking lot.

Patrols assigned areas to check for criminal activity, rule violations, and irregularities.Performs other job-related duties assigned. EEO / AA

Qualifications

High school and No experience.

Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc.

as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED.

No experience is required.

Requires a valid Texas Driver's License.

Job Title : Security Officer

Job Description

Provides physical security for a university building.

Unlocks front door and checks all floors for unsecured doors.

Monitors entry into the building and maintains sign-in / out log.

Monitors security cameras and radio traffic; alerts proper personnel of camera malfunctions.

Answers the telephone and greets visitors; provides information and directions.

Provides immediate contact with the university’s police department in case of an

emergency; prepares incident reports.

May accept parcel packages and deliver them to designated floors or staff.

May monitor and control entry into a gated parking lot.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a High School Diploma or GED.

No experience is required.

Requires a valid Texas Driver’s License.

Must be able to work nights, weekends and overtime assignments.

Must be proficient with using a computer and Microsoft office suite.

Must pass a Criminal History and valid TX Driver’s License check prior to an interview.

Must pass Background Investigation prior to employment.

Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.

UHPD requires all applicants to complete the criminal history fields on their application.

Applicants with incomplete criminal history fields will not be considered for a position.

Required information includes :

Last 4 digits of SSN

Additional Posting Information

Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply and will receive preference in employment

over other applicants for the same position who do not have a greater qualification.

Military experience will only be considered if Military Police or Security related

responsibilities in your job functions. (Please attach a copy of your DD 214.)

Salary will be based on years of experience.

We offer exceptional benefits :

• Paid Time Off (accrual increases with your service years)
• Sick leave accrual
• Comprehensive free medical coverage for employees

premiums apply for family members)

• Great optional benefits to enhance your medical coverage
• Many on-campus / off-campus employee perks

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met

by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of

the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. While performing this job the staff member shall :

The employee maybe exposed to inclement weather conditions; extensive public contact

with student, faculty and staff.

Employees are required to work various assigned shifts, including days,

evenings, nights and weekends and may be required to remain at their post for an

additional shift. All staff are essential personnel and are required to report to work

during inclement weather.

Physical :

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in a law enforcement

setting and an office setting; restrain or subdue individuals; walk, stand, sit, or run for

extended periods of time; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist;

occasionally climb and balance; ability to operate and use specialized law enforcement

tools and equipment.

Notes to Applicant : See attached addendum

Salary : Commensurate with experience

Required Attachments by Candidate : Resume, Cover Letter / Letter of Application, DD 214

Employee Status Job Posting

Job Posting : Aug 20, 2024, 9 : 24 : 33 PM

The policy of the University of Houston System and its universities is to ensure equal opportunity in all its educational programs and activities, and all terms and conditions of employment without regard to age, race, color, disability, religion, national origin, ethnicity, military status, genetic information, sex (including gender and pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or status, or gender expression, except where such a distinction is required by law.

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