Security Officer 1 (Part-Time, Third Shift)

What You'll Do

• Patrol building & grounds to assure safety & security by walking in & around buildings & utilizing state vehicles to travel from one location to another as shift/assignment requires;
• Checks & secures buildings using hand-held, electronic Guard Tour Pipe* (PIPE);
• Locks & unlocks doors;
• Reports safety hazards & other unusual conditions;
• Investigates & documents safety & security violations;
• Maintains daily log of all activity & alarms that occur during the shift;
• Checks personnel/visitors entering & leaving premises on detection equipment &/or by log &/or by checking identification;
• Conducts searches of packages &/or persons;
• Utilizes x-ray machine & pass-through metal detector;
• Uses professional & courteous customer services techniques in all personal & telephone contacts with public;
• Assists in maintenance of peace & order in/around assigned area;
• Completes necessary reports;
• Uses personal computer & associated hardware/software (e.g., uses Outlook for e-mail, studies computer-based training programs, writes shift & incident reports);
• May use Closed Circuit TV* (CCTV) & electronic intrusion devices to monitor buildings as required by shift & assignment;
• Performs related security & safety functions (e.g., administers First Aid*, CPR*, &/or uses Automated External Defibrillator* (AED) in response to medical emergencies;
• Maintains current knowledge of location & operation of life safety equipment in buildings (e.g., fire alarms, PA system, gas & water shutoff valves);
• In emergencies, activates fire alarms, shuts off gas & water, uses PA system to alert tenants, assists with evacuations;
• Participates & successfully completes all training (e.g., security related & other) assigned by supervisor;
• Performs variety of miscellaneous tasks as assigned (e.g., removes snow & ice; empties trash, cleans out vehicles, keeps work area clean);
• Performs any other duties required to ensure building occupants’ safety.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Formal education that includes reading, writing & speaking English. Positions making security rounds in vehicle require valid driver's license.

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
  
  

Job Skills: Security, Attention to Detail

Knowledge Of

• Safety practices & procedures
• First Aid* & CPR*
• Public relations
• Courteous telephone etiquette & customer service
  
  

Skill In

• Use of all equipment required by shift & assignment (e.g., 2-way radio equipment, PIPE, CCTV, AED, building’s life safety equipment, personal computer).*
  
  

Ability To

• Recognize unusual or threatening conditions & take appropriate action
• Deal with problems in familiar & unfamiliar situations
• Recognize safety warnings;
• Prepare meaningful, concise & accurate reports
• Demonstrate physical fitness to walk, stand for long periods, bend, use hands, move fingers
• Obtain & maintain valid driver’s license as required by shift/assignment
• Work in isolation
• Work overtime, weekends & evenings
• Carry out detailed instructions
• Developed after employment
  
  

Organization

Administrative Services

Agency Contact Name and Information

Alexis Hill (Alexis.Hill@das.ohio.gov)

Unposting Date

Jul 13, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

$21.02 - $23.65

Schedule

Full-time

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

OCSEA

Professional Skills

Active Learning, Attention to Detail

Agency Overview

• This posting may be used to fill multiple openings*
  
  

About Us

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) takes great pride in its work to support the priorities of the DeWine-Tressel administration to ease access for those doing business with the state, secure state data and technology resources, and create efficiencies for our state government partners while keeping costs in check.

DAS is the engine of state government, providing innovative solutions and supporting the efficient operation of state agencies, boards, and commissions. DAS program areas serve our Ohio government customers, who in turn directly serve the interests of Ohioans. We help procure goods and services, deliver information technology and mail, recruit and train personnel, promote equal access to the state workforce, lease and manage office space, process payroll, print publications, and perform a variety of other services.

The General Support Division (GSD) performs a variety of back-office functions. These functions include procurement, fleet management, insurance, printing, mail services, real estate services, asset management, facilities management and surplus property services.

The Office of Properties & Facilities provides comprehensive administrative and technical services, including facility management, preventative maintenance, custodial and security services, to support the state's largest and most complex office facilities.