Part-time Security Officer
Company: Loras College
Location: Dubuque
Posted on: April 26, 2024
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Job Description:
Loras College is an equal opportunity employer committed to
creating an educational and work environment that is inclusive,
rich in diversity, and supportive of all students, faculty and
staff. Individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural
backgrounds, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are
strongly encouraged to apply.
POSITION SUMMARY
Performs routine security duties in providing a safe environment
for the entire Loras Community and its visitors, as well as
maintaining the security of all College facilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable
Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions Statement(s)
Periodically patrols campus, making random checks of outside doors
of secured buildings and parking lots.
Questions individuals who act suspiciously or who have no
identifiable purpose on campus.
Checks the security log for usable information such as license
number of suspicious vehicles on campus or descriptions of
questionable individuals.
Enters noteworthy entries into security log and files incident
reports regarding involvement or knowledge of a major campus
incident or a case of student misconduct.
Carries communication unit and flashlight while performing
duties.
Watches for vandals, prowlers, fire, water leaks, or other unusual
occurrences which may lead to loss or damage to property of
equipment.
Issues traffic/parking citations to violators. Escorts individuals
upon request.
Assists individuals on campus requiring security services.
Furnishes information to individuals in a courteous manner.
Transport injured or ill member of the Loras community to medical
treatment when other transportation is not available.
Makes service calls for administrative offices.
Assists the police or fire department in any serious on-campus
incident.
Monitors the usage facilities by authorized persons only.
Performs routine "walk" through patrol of any special event, such
as softball, wrestling, etc., that does not require a special duty
officer.
Services security vehicle.
Works special events as scheduled.
Supports the mission and vision of the College and respects the
College's Catholic tradition.
Performs related duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and
understand the comments and questions of others.
Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal
supervision.
Communication, Oral and written - Ability to communicate
effectively with others using the spoken word and in writing.
Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others in an
antagonistic situation.
Empathetic - Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings
of others.
Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of
values and accepted standards.
Honesty/Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible
in the workplace.
Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of
not being hasty or impetuous.
Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for
one's conduct.
Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that
affect employee safety.
Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize
and complete work within given deadlines.
Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
required.
Experience: Two to four years related experience.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Certificates & Licenses: Must become certified in CPR and AED. Must
possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to pass police
records check.
Other Requirements: Skilled in the use of a personal computer and
Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of security equipment and
devices. Understanding of related legal requirements. Understanding
of College security needs and systems. Knowledge of the procedures
involved in buildings and grounds security work. Knowledge of the
Loras student handbook and student right to privacy act (Buckley).
Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with students, college
personnel and the public. Persistent and able to work in stressful
situations. Attentive to detail. Ability to assist others. Must be
able to work flexible hours, including weekends.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Ability to work under adverse weather
conditions.
The College has reviewed this job description to ensure that
essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is
intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the
employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not
intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions,
responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and
requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the
College reserves the right to change this job description and/or
assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the College may deem
appropriate.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE. Applicants must go to: to apply. Please
upload: your letter of application and resume. The finalist will
need to pass a background check before receiving a written
employment offer.
Keywords: Loras College, Dubuque , Part-time Security Officer, Other , Dubuque, Iowa
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