SECURITY OFFICER

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Inventories all assigned keys and takes notes to assure all scheduled buildings are locked or open for individual or group request.
• Locks and unlocks all assigned area doors per schedule and in accordance with special lock or unlock requests.
• Observes for criminal activity or suspicious circumstances in the form of persons, places or things while locking and unlocking doors.
• If suspicious circumstances are noted, calls police for assistance immediately and remains in the area to guide or assist the responding officer.
• Creates a sense of safety and security on university properties.
• Takes all necessary measures to reduce opportunity for criminal activity and the commission of crime within the University and its properties.
• Identifies criminal offenders and calls for police officers if apprehension is required or advisable.
• Cooperates with and assists State, Municipal and other public agencies as required.
• Aids all persons seeking directions, information or assistance.
• Patrols all assigned areas giving special attention to and often rechecking those locations where security problems may be the most frequent.
• Observes for all infractions of university rules and regulations that may cause harm to persons or property and requests a police officer to report incidents and if required write the appropriate report.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Alabama Drivers License OR state ID required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• The UAB Police Department is proud to be recognized with Meritorious Advanced Law Enforcement Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA).
• This prestigious distinction, awarded to only a select group of agencies nationwide, reflects our commitment to excellence, professionalism, and community trust.
• As a CALEA-accredited agency, UABPD upholds internationally recognized standards in training, accountability, and service.

Skills

• Ability to follow departmental policies and procedures.

Benefits

• The UAB Police and Public Safety Department offers a competitive hourly starting salary of $16.00.

Pay

• Hourly starting salary- $16.00

Schedule

• Onsite

Employee Status

• Regular

Shift Rotation / Flexible Staffing / Multiple Shifts Work Arrangement

• Staffing / Multiple Shifts

Organization

115101000 Security Police Services