University of Delaware Hiring for Security Officer- University of Delaware Police Department at Delaware, United States Full Time

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Job No: 499511
Work Type: Staff
Location: Newark
Categories: Public Safety, Security, & Emergency
Services, Full Time

Pay Grade: 26N

Context of the Job:

Under general supervision, serves as a uniformed member of the
University of Delaware Police Department performing routine and
diverse duties at University locations throughout the State of
Delaware requiring independent judgment in the application of
prescribed procedures and methods related to University services,
traffic control and law enforcement duties at designated locations;
takes corrective and/or enforcement action as required in
accordance with established laws, regulations and procedures;
requires the exercise of tactful and assertive interpersonal
communication skills.

Major Responsibilities:

Based on divisional assignment, primary responsibilities are
assigned as follows:

Main or Satellite Campus:

• Performs escorts: transports students, staff and guests to on-
  and off-campus locations.
• Renders first aid; transports sick, injured or otherwise
  disabled persons.
• Patrols the campus to ensure the security of facilities and the
  safety of students, staff and visitors; prevents and deters crime
  by observation and confrontation of unusual circumstances or
  individuals; locks or unlocks buildings; notifies supervisors of
  security defects, hazardous situations, suspicious persons or
  criminal incidents.
• Provides traffic control.
• Performs crowd control and retail security duties as
  assigned.
• Assists visitors, students or staff by providing information,
  directions or assistance.
• Assists law enforcement officers as directed.
• Documents activities, reports and/or referrals.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Participates in training and certification sessions.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

STAR Campus (Chemours):

• Access control to include inspection of bags.
• Incident reporting and documentation/investigation of security
  incidents.
• Perimeter door security and control.
• Receive and respond to communication from Security Control Desk
  Officer for all access requests.
• Manage and control security of perimeter doors.
• Security system monitoring, testing and inspection.
• Alarm response and investigation.
• Respond to site emergencies.
• Conduct security patrols and building tours.
• Provide assistance during extreme circumstances to clear and/or
  add salt to pedestrian walkway surfaces.
• Perform building perimeter safety and security equipment
  inspections.
• Track and document regulatory compliance relative to the
  Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Chemical Facility
  Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS).
• Participation in site drills and exercises.
• Perform miscellaneous job related duties as assigned.

STAR Campus (Newark Regional Transportation
Center/NRTC):

• Enter accurate reports of passenger counts, number of cars per
  train, arrival/departure times, and train cancellations.
• Remain visible and conduct foot patrols to deter vandalism,
  loitering, solicitations, illegal dumping, and other criminal or
  suspicious activity at the NRTC.
• Will be responsible for raising and lowering the partial high
  platform at the NRTC.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED, and one year
  experience, or any equivalent combination of education and
  experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and
  abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and
  interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to drive motor vehicles.
• Knowledge of First Aid and CPR.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare
  reports.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow specific instructions
  and procedures.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Skill in providing protection services to individuals on
  campus.
• Ability to detect problems and report information to
  appropriate personnel.
• Skill in utilizing building security and lock systems and
  procedures.
• Ability to use computing equipment related to the University
  Police Department operations.

Special requirements:

• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening test and a battery of
  pre-employment tests designed to measure mental skills, motor
  skills, writing skills, physical fitness and agility applicable to
  the position.
• Must also pass a comprehensive background investigation
  including driving record, financial status and criminal
  history.

Environmental Factors/Occupational Exposures:

• The primary physical environment requires the employee to work
  both inside and outside in both extreme heat and cold conditions,
  as well as conditions that are wet/humid, dry and during times when
  temperatures are below 32°F for more than one-hour periods.
• The employee may be required to bend, squat, stretch, stand,
  walk, and run for prolonged periods of time.

Notice of Non-Discrimination, Equal Opportunity and Affirmative
Action
The University of Delaware does not discriminate against any person
on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity
or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital
status, disability, religion, age, veteran status or any other
characteristic protected by applicable law in its employment,
educational programs and activities, admissions policies, and
scholarship and loan programs as required by Title IX of the
Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII
of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and
University policies. The University of Delaware also prohibits
unlawful harassment including sexual harassment and sexual
violence.

Applications close: Nov 20 2022 Eastern Standard Time

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