CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Security Guard
SALARY:
$31,885.29 - $41,240.95
DEPARTMENT:
Facilities & Operations
Closing Date:
03/01/2024 12:00 a.m.
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under direction, is responsible for guarding County owned and leased property against fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry. Performs a walking patrol of County buildings and grounds. Examines doors and windows to determine that they are secure. Watches for and reports irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes and doors left unlocked. Assists employees and the public in providing information and other types of requested assistance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Inspects equipment and furniture to ascertain if tampering has occurred.
Shuts off office equipment where applicable and reports as needed to Facilities and Operations.
Watches for and reports irregularities, such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes and doors left unlocked.
Observes departing personnel to guard against theft of County property.
Sounds alarm or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
Permits authorized persons to enter property.
Records data, such as property damage, unusual occurrences and malfunctioning of equipment on incident report.
Prepares buildings for morning openings and evening closings.
Performs tasks to immediately rectify potential hazards when necessary.
Performs periodic inspection/testing of emergency and exit lighting.
Assists others, and when necessary, directs them to the appropriate office or staff member.
May be required to provide security to areas other than those regularly assigned.
May register at watch stations to record time of inspection trips.
Operates an automobile while performing assigned duties.
Performs related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience
Required Licenses or Certifications
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
Ability to:
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Stand or walk for most, if not all, each shift
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Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign
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Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
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Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred
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Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
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Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
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Maintain the confidentiality of information
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Work independently