Patrol Security Officer

Position Title:

Security Officer

Department:

Office of Safety & Security

Job Summary:

Marist College seeks applications for the position of Security Officer. The Security Officer is responsible for providing excellent customer service and focuses on safety and security to all members of the Marist community, including parents and guests. This position supports the institutional ideals of excellence in education, a sense of community, and a commitment to service. The Security Officer is responsible for the security of equipment and real property, remains alert and engaged at all times, demonstrates an understanding and embraces engagement with a diverse population, and is capable of handling crisis situations and making decisions based upon policy. There are two openings available.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; at least 2 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Ability to obtain a valid NYS Security Guard Certification, with verification of the 16-hour basic OJT training certification.
• Emergency Medical Technician certified by the NY State Department of Health is Preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Essential Functions:

• Patrol assigned area on foot, in assigned motor vehicle, or other specialized vehicle to ensure personal, building, and equipment security
• Examine doors, windows, and gates to ensure security
• Uses College keys to open and close buildings
• Monitors closed buildings for unauthorized persons and/or suspicious activities
• Inform and warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Provide escort services for visitors, students, staff, and faculty, as necessary; provides other public assistance, such as lockout services, jump-starts, and routine information
• Watch for and reports irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations
• Contact emergency responders, such as police, fire, and/or ambulance personnel, as required
• Remain alert for the presence of unauthorized persons and/or security code violators; approaches suspicious persons and/or notifies police as appropriate; may confront and/or detain violators, as required, until police arrive
• Perform periodic checks of emergency call boxes and/or street lights to ensure proper functioning; reports malfunctions as required
• May provide safe and efficient transportation to College employees and/or visitors, as requested, using an institutional vehicle
• Patrol and monitors assigned parking areas to provide public security and enforce infractions utilizing automated ticket system. Maintains security controls for issued College keys; safeguards and controls issued College equipment
• Prepare automated incident reports
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
• Provide strong student focused costumer service
• Identify fire safety issues and report observations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to successfully conduct security patrols without direct supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to operate computer to complete reports and assignment
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and customer service orientation
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to perform CPR/AED
• Skill in performing building security and lock procedures
• Conform to duties detailed in the Security Officer Manual and other duties deemed necessary by the department policies
• Ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety codes, regulations, and procedures
• A strong service orientation and demonstrated ability to work in a diverse, multicultural community
• Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel

About Department:

The safety and well-being of our students, faculty, staff and guest are always our priority in the Office of Safety and Security. Our team of 38 full-time staff integrates itself into the overall educational mission of the College by fostering cooperation, professionalism, respect, and teamwork among the College community.

The Marist College security staff are trained to respond appropriately to all calls for assistance; Our areas of responsibility encompass a comprehensive approach to campus security, crime prevention, fire safety, workplace safety, event planning and providing for an overall atmosphere of safety and community.

About Marist College:

Located on the banks of the historic Hudson River and at its Florence, Italy campus, Marist College is a comprehensive, independent institution grounded in the liberal arts. Its mission is to “help students develop the intellect, character, and skills required for enlightened, ethical, and productive lives in the global community of the 21st century.” Marist is consistently recognized for excellence by The Princeton Review (Colleges That Create Futures and The Best 385 Colleges), U.S. News & World Report (10th Best Regional University/North, 5th Most Innovative School/North), Kiplinger’s Personal Finance (“Best College Values”), and others. The College is top-ranked for long-term study abroad (#4 in the U.S.) by the U.S. State Department’s Open Doors report. Marist educates more than 5,000 traditional-age undergraduate students and 1,400 adult and graduate students in 47 undergraduate majors and numerous graduate programs, including fully online MBA, MPA, MS, and MA degrees, and also Doctor of Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant programs. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about

Type of Position:

Full-time

Classification:

Security

Months per Year:

12

Work schedule

Shift work and days will be assigned based on departmental needs.

Hours per Week:

40

Location:

Marist College main campus, Poughkeepsie, NY

Number of Positions Openings:

2

Equal Employment Statement:

Marist College is committed to creating a diverse workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the College will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of minorities, women, people with disabilities, and any other protected groups found to be under represented.

Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The College will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The College will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.

Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the College. It shall be considered a violation of College policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist College on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.

Advertised: August 17, 2021 Eastern Daylight Time
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