Security Officer I

General Description of Typical Tasks:
The purpose of the class is to provide security for City facilities and grounds. The class is responsible for physical security of facilities, employees, and public, security systems, minor maintenance, and logs or records. The class works according to some procedures; decides how and when to do things under general supervision.

• Performs regular rounds of City facilities and grounds to ensure security and inspect for hazards.
• Controls entry to City facilities and controlled areas at designated times.
• Performs telephone watch to receive notice of hazards or problems and notifies appropriate authorities.
• Turns off or otherwise secures facility electrical or other systems as directed.
• Performs minor facility maintenance and maintains logs and records as required.
• May perform office tasks, such as typing, filing, faxing, phoning, and copying.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS : In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : May be required to be certified by the Department of Criminal Justice Services ( DCJS ), depending on assignment. Depending on operational needs, may require a valid driver's license and a driving record in compliance with City driving standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications
Requires high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education. In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience. May be required to be certified by the Department of Criminal Justice Services ( DCJS ), depending on assignment.