What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer position at University of Dubuque?
Security Officer
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The University of Dubuque is a growing faith-based University that is seeking a Security Officer (Full-time, 3rd shift). The University of Dubuque offers an excellent benefits package including tuition remission, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and a retirement match.
Position Summary:
The Security Guard is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors on campus. This role involves regular foot patrols of university grounds and buildings, enforcing university policies, responding to emergencies, and documenting incidents with accuracy and attention to detail. Security Guards are also tasked with opening and closing campus facilities, issuing parking violations, and operating a multi-line phone and radio dispatch system to coordinate responses effectively. Security Guards play a critical role in supporting the Mission of the university by ensuring a secure and welcoming campus environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
Open and close campus facilities
Issue parking violations
Maintain security and safety of people and property on campus by patrolling on foot
Enforce policies in support of the University's mission
Answer emergency and non-emergency calls and document important information
Respond to any issues and follow-up by coordinating with the appropriate departments or officers
Operate and manage a multi-line telephone system
Use the radio, phone, or computer to direct officers to the appropriate sites
Prioritize and organize calls according to urgency
Maintain and update call logs, call records and other important documentation
Update requests for access from various departments through the controlled access program
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's Mission
Skills and Abilities:
Familiar with reporting requirements of the Clery Act for Higher Education
Must be detail orientated and accurate
Ability to walk and climb stairs
Knowledge of basic security and fire inspection procedures
Quick decision-making skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
May be required to walk or stand for extended periods of time
May be required to work outdoors in inclement weather
May be required to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license
Basic computer knowledge
Ability to read and comprehend basic written and verbal instructions
This position will require night and weekend work. (2nd shift $0.50 shift differential and 3rd shift $0.65 shift differential)
To apply with a growing faith-based University for the Security Officer position, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and UD employment application, located on our website http://www.dbq.edu/AboutUD/Employment/Jobs/, to HR@dbq.edu or to the Director of Human Resources, at the University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001.
Affirmation Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding the Jeanne Clery Act, please go to https://www.dbq.edu/SafetySecurity/JeanneCleryAct/