Security Guard - University Police

The Security Guard protects property from theft and damage and persons from hazards and interference by ensuring that potential and emergent safety and security violations are readily discovered, controlled and/or reported to the proper authorities. Duties Responsibilities: Monitor activity at a static post assignment including any T.V. monitor stations or pass desk. Greet all visitors and patients, while checking incoming and outgoing people for proper identification/authorization. Lock/unlock doors, turn lights on/off as scheduled, check doors and lights for status at prescribed times. Provide information/assistance to staff, faculty, visitors and students. Activate/deactivate and/or respond to door alarms. Prepare reports of activity including the Officer’s Log of Activity and miscellaneous incidents. Be prepared to follow emergency procedures relating to fire alarms/drills, utility/equipment failures, disaster calls or drills, securing medical assistance and using the paging system. Use judgement in deciding to independently handle potential security or emergency situations or to contact University Police. Provide safety escorts and assist Police Officers with activity where practicable. Monitor activity within assigned area to ensure safety of people and property. Check persons working to ensure they are not in need of help, i.e., sick, injured or victims of crime. Warn violators of and enforce University rules and regulations. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.