What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer position at Delaware State University?
General Description of the Position
- Patrol the campus, either on foot or by vehicle, to ensure the security of facilities and the safety of students, staff and visitors; prevents and deters crime by observations and confrontation of unusual circumstances and individuals; notifies supervisors of security defects; secures or unsecures buildings.
- Responds to, initiates investigates into, and reports crimes or incidents in violation of State Law, City Codes or University rules which impact on the safety of the University Community.
- Takes enforcement action and makes apprehensions as required; completes all necessary documentation and notifies supervisors of all enforcement related actions.
- Preserves crime scenes, collects and preserves evidence, identifies and interviews witness, suspects and victims of criminal incidents, assists other law enforcement officers with investigations.
- Prepares, present or assist in presentation of cases in courts or other official proceedings.
- Performs traffic direction and crowd control duties as assigned.
- Renders first aid; transports sick, injured or otherwise disabled persons.
- Assists visitors, students, and staff by providing information, directions, and assistance.
- Participates in training and certification sessions
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions & Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Bicycle Patrol
- Dispatching
The individual in this job must possess these skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
1. Must be able to be commissioned as a constable in the State of Delaware
2. Must pass/agree to routine physical fitness and agility testing
3. Must maintain a satisfactory driving record and criminal history as determined by the director
Qualification Standards
- Education: High School diploma or equivalent
- Successful experience: One-year experience in security work
- Must pass a background investigation, including driving record and criminal history
- Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license
- Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Eligible for DELJIS certification
- Must be able to pass drug-screening test and random drug testing
EEO Statement
Delaware State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin, color, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship or disability, veteran or military status, gender identity or genetic information. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. The University is committed to the policy of equal employment opportunity in recruitment, hiring, career advancement, and all other employment practices.
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Salary : $32,133 - $42,013