Security Officer - Nights and Weekends
Colby College · Waterville, ME · 2 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Essential Functions
- Conduct patrols on foot and in security vehicle
- Secure buildings and respond to intrusion alarms and fire alarms
- Maintain an alertness for suspicious activities
- Perform walk-throughs of academic and administrative buildings and residence halls
- Deal with various levels of incidents as necessary, including first response in an emergency, administering First Aid or CPR
- Enforce College policies and complete necessary reports and paperwork
- Enforce traffic and parking regulations
- Provide informational assistance and promote good public relations
- Investigate assigned cases
- Provide informational sessions and specialized training for the College community such as crime prevention and fire safety
- Represent the department on committees as required
- Provide crowd control functions at concerts, athletic, social, and special events
- Pickup and deliver deposits and withdrawals to the bank
- Transport students to and from the health center, training rooms, hospital, and doctor offices
- Attend judicial hearings as required
Position Qualifications
- Education and/or experience: High school diploma or equivalent required; professional coursework or post-secondary education are a plus
- Additional training, certifications or related experience in First Aid and CPR, Investigation, Conflict Resolution, Law Enforcement and campus security preferred
- Present a neat, clean, and professional image
- Well-developed public relations skills; be able to perform duties in a flexible, non-confrontational environment; work with members of a diverse community; and utilize diplomacy and tact in dealing with sensitive situations
- Proven ability to utilize discretion and maintain confidentiality
- Valid driver’s license required and must meet Colby’s Fleet Safety Policy requirements
- Ability to work independently and walk and stand for long periods of time
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with the ability to complete clear, concise, and accurate incident reports and other documentation
Physical/Mental Demands
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- To perform this role effectively, an employee is expected to handle employee information, documents, and sensitive matters with care, professionalism, and respect for privacy
- This position involves working with a variety of timelines, including some that require quick turnaround and responsiveness to urgent needs
- In this role, the employee will interact with members of the public and others in a variety of situations and conversations
- Presenting oneself in a professional, respectful, and thoughtful manner at all times is an important part of the role
- This position includes regular movement throughout office spaces, hallways, meeting rooms, and other campus locations
- Daily work may involve extended use of a computer, including keyboard and mouse
- Vision requirements for this position include the ability to see clearly at close and far distances and to adjust focus as needed
- The work environment is dynamic and engaging, often involving multiple tasks and projects that require shifting focus and strong organizational skills
- The noise level is generally moderate; however, there may be occasional moments of louder sounds depending on campus activity