Community Service Officer (Security Guard) Job at Savannah State University in S

Overview

Job Title: Community Service Officer (Security Guard)

Location: Savannah State Recruiting Loc

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 290229

About Us: Savannah State University established in 1890, is the first public historically black college or university in the state of Georgia and the first institution of higher learning in the city of Savannah. The university's students select majors from five colleges: Business Administration, Education, Engineering and Computing, Media, Arts, and Communication, Science and Humanities.

Job Summary

The Community Service Officer (Security Guard) assists law enforcement in the protection of lives and property through vigilant surveillance of the campus, utilizing motorized and foot patrols. Duties include, but are not limited to opening campus facilities for business and securing them following the close of business. Will be crossed trained as a dispatcher. Will be required to work as a dispatcher if needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine public safety duties in accordance with established guidelines
• Patrol assigned areas to ensure personnel safety, building and equipment security
• Warn violators of rule infractions and assists with traffic & parking violations
• Provide high profile uniformed public safety services for campus events and for the University community
• As non-sworn personnel, engages in active and regular patrols to assist in providing a safer and more secure campus environment
• Function as a public safety-first responder for non-criminal incidents, and performs support roles to sworn police officers
• Serve as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act)
• Perform active and regular patrols (foot or vehicle) of all campus areas
• Provide close and regular surveillance of campus properties, including locking and unlocking buildings according to designated schedules
• Enforce University rules and regulations
• Assist with all traffic and parking related responsibilities
• Act as a knowledgeable resource to students, staff and visitors on the campus
• Provide general information such as directions and up to date information about campus events
• Establishe professional relationships with students, faculty and staff in order to foster trust
• Continuously pursues additional knowledge and skills as it relates to assigned functions as a Public Safety Specialists
• Participate in training and maintains up to date knowledge of current procedures regarding FEMA NIMS, ICS, and CERT protocols
• May be required to perform job related duties other than those specifically delineated in this position

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Excellent customer service skills
• High professional standards, including the ability to maintain confidentially of highly sensitive information
• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must successfully complete One (1) week of basic patrolling procedure training which includes qualifying with the expandable baton and/ Taser qualification
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check
• Must possess a valid Georgia Driver's license in good standing

Proposed Salary

The proposed salary is $17.00/hour.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, criminal and traffic codes, search and seizure laws, Savannah State University policies and procedures and Department policies and procedures
• Knowledge of traffic investigation techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of the University buildings and area
• Knowledge of first-aid and CPR techniques
• Skilled in operating security vehicles, emergency equipment, and other standard and specialized security equipment
• Skilled in using computers for word processing
• Ability to meet current requirements set forth in the Georgia Mandate Security
• Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action based on surrounding hazards and circumstances
• Ability to maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with others
• Ability to cooperate with fellow employees as a team member

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at

https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at

https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Savannah State University's Core Values: T.I.G.E.R

• Teamwork is our distinction. Through mutual support, cooperation, encouragement, and shared goals, SSU values collaboration among students, faculty, staff, alumni and community supporters.
• Integrity as we act honestly, fairly, impartially, unbiased and ethically, creating trust in University activities and decision-making.
• Greatness in our transformation and wisdom as we maximize student potential through a nurturing environment and stewardship of resources.
• Excellence is our campus standard in teaching, learning, research, engagement, and stewardship.
• Respect through recognizing the inherent dignity and rights of every person.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Savannah State University, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and a satisfactory credit check if applicable. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made subject to applicable federal and state laws, institution policies, and BOR/USG bylaws and policies.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the USG. Discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status is prohibited. All employment decisions should be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform essential functions.

Other Information

• The work is performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, running, bending, crouching, or stooping
• The employee must occasionally lift up to 40 lbs, climb ladders, and use equipment requiring dexterity
• The work is performed indoors, in a vehicle, or outside
• The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, machinery with moving parts, infectious or contagious diseases, life-threatening situations, and inclement weather
• The work requires the use of protective devices

Special Applicant Instructions

Applicants must include a list containing the name, e-mail address and telephone number for three professional references.