Public Safety Security Officer

About the role

The Department of Public Safety at Iowa State University is seeking candidates for a Public Safety Officer position.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned area on foot or in vehicle to ensure protection of students, faculty, staff and visitors, as well as property and equipment.
• Provides security at Mary Greeley Medical Center emergency department and other contracted areas on the hospital campus.
• Controls and monitors access in and out of university buildings and monitors burglar and fire alarm systems as required.
• Responds to burglar and fire alarm panels to notify Public Safety personnel of location and problem recorded on the panel and controls the panel as directed by supervisor.
• Monitors fire extinguishers, other safety devices and signs for proper functioning. Reports irregularities or problems.
• Assists Public Safety personnel. Provides instruction in safety practices to students, staff and public as needed.
• May assist the parking department in writing citations as needed.
• Provides security for all areas of campus that may require knowledge of specialized security camera and alarm systems.

Requirements

• Two years experience in security and safety, or
• One year of post-high school education related to security and safety and one year of experience in security and safety, or
• Two years of post-high school education related to security and safety.

Qualifications

• Possession of appropriate driver's license as required.
• Ability to obtain Certified Protection Officer certification from the International Foundation of Protection Officers and/or International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety certification within 6 months of hire and maintain certification for duration of employment.

Skills

• Knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation/AED and first aid and bloodborne pathogens exposure procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, policies and procedures pertaining to the University community.
• Knowledge of portable fire extinguishers and their locations.
• Knowledge of the geography of the campus.
• Skill in operating portable radio devices.
• Knowledge of and ability to use information systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing.
• Ability to walk and climb stairs.
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to see and hear accurately in both day and nighttime conditions.
• Ability to comprehend numerous policies, procedures, concepts and to be able to respond using discretion and interpretive judgment based on general and specific policies.
• Ability to retain knowledge, information, and directions on an ongoing basis and communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to react appropriately in emergency situations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental.
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans.
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa).
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Voluntary benefits and discounts.
• Wellbeing program.

Pay

Commensurate with qualifications.

Schedule

Rotating work schedule, which may include weekends.