Security Officer - Armed I-III AS6418

Campus

OSU-Center for Health Sciences

Contact Name & Email

Michael Galbraith, michael.galbraith@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$18.00 - $25.00

Hourly

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

Security Officers are responsible for maintaining the security of people, buildings, and their contents, and preventing break-ins and theft through guarding and surveillance. Security officers work in a range of environments and are expected to deal with a wide range of situations as they occur; ensuring that businesses, properties, and valuables are protected from harm. The role of a security officer will depend on the nature of the premises being secured. 

Please be prepared to show licenses/certifications if selected for an interview. CLEET Certification Phase 1 (Basic), Phase 2 (Officer) and Current Driver License

Security Officer Job Responsibilities, but are not limited to the following:

• Patrolling one or a number of premises
• Monitoring activity outside and inside a premises through observation and closed circuit television
• Signing in visitors to a building
• Checking suspicious packages
• Performing checks on building traffic (the people going in and out of a building)
• Recording any suspicious activity and taking any necessary action
• Guarding valuables or cash (typically in a secure vehicle)
• Communicating relevant information to other security officers via communication devices
• Giving directions and other information to visitors
• Writing reports for the police or courts
• Conducting general reception duties
• Creating and distributing building access cards
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
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• Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:
  • Valid Oklahoma driver license
  • Current Oklahoma CLEET License in: Phase 1 (Basic), Phase 2 (Officer) 
    
    
• Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

  Exhibit polite and approachable manner at all times

  • Achieve and maintain a reasonable level of physical fitness and strength
  • Possess and demonstrate a trustworthy character
  • Possess a flexible and responsible approach to the job
  • Demonstrate the ability to be patient regardless of the situation
  • Possess good verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrate the ability to solve problems as they arise
  • Possess a basic knowledge of computers
  • Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions
  • Possess a confident approach and ability to deal with difficult/confrontational people
  • Demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Demonstrate a good knowledge of customer care
  • Possess a non-judgmental approach
  • Possess and demonstrate the ability to relate well to a wide range of people
  • Possess the ability to respond positively to stressful situations
  • Possess the ability to work with technical equipment (e.g. closed-circuit television)
  • Eager to learn new skills and take training opportunities when offered
  • Possess a willingness to stay abreast of changes in standards within the security sector
  • Possess a clean criminal record
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with teammates, colleagues and customers.