Security Guard (PT)

About the role

Big Bend Community College (BBCC) seeks to develop a pool of applicants for Temporary Hourly (Security) positions. These positions are open until filled and are temporary, at-will employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide a security presence on campus for Big Bend Community College properties on foot or in a patrol vehicle.
• Inspect buildings and grounds for prowlers, fire, property damage, or other irregularities to enforce institution rules and regulations, local, state, and federal statutes and ordinances.
• Investigate accidents and crimes, gather evidence, locate witnesses, and appear in court as required.
• Work with and/or assist city or county police and state patrol when needed or in cases of emergency.
• Administer first aid if needed.
• Direct and regulate traffic, patrol campus parking areas on foot or in a vehicle, observe parking and traffic patterns.
• Maintain surveillance of an area suspect for criminal activity to stop criminal activity.
• Operate department communication equipment, answer telephone inquiries, receive reports of criminal activity, dispatch foot and mobile units, operate radio system, and monitor alarm systems.
• Complete and file reports as required.
• Operate complex computer programs.
• Support and advance the Big Bend Community College strategic plan.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of security or law enforcement, investigation procedures, rules governing public access to buildings and grounds, electronic security systems, rules of behavior, general safety precautions and fire hazards, methods and procedures for searching for violators, fire-fighting equipment and fire prevention methods, and first aid.
• Unencumbered valid driver's license from Washington or another state.
• Current valid automobile insurance.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.

Qualifications

• Two years of work experience as a security guard or equivalent experience or training.
• Experience in a higher education environment.
• Bilingual Spanish/English proficiency.
• Bicultural experience.

Competencies

• Ability to handle emergency situations and conflict without escalation.
• Ability to investigate incidents and write reports.
• Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of maintaining required reports and filing systems.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to use a computer and possess and demonstrate ability to operate complex computer programs.
• Ability to work varied/rotating shifts.
• Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting a teaching, learning and working environment that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• A demonstrated commitment to serving Latinx and other underrepresented student populations in higher education.

Application Instructions

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required qualifications and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

• BBCC Online application.
• Cover letter, addressing why you are interested in this position and how your qualifications make you the ideal candidate.
• Comprehensive resume or CV.
• Response(s) to the questions found in the Supplemental Questions Tab above.
• Unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate course work and degrees. Official transcripts required upon employment.

Compensation

This is a temporary, part-time position paid on an hourly basis based on a submitted timesheet. The rate for this position is $20.00 per hour. This position is not benefit eligible. Temporary, part-time positions earn sick leave based on hours worked each pay period at the rate of one (1) hour of sick leave for every forty (40) hours of work.

Conditions of Employment

• Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.
• Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform the position.

Reasonable Accommodation

Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity, and/or grieva