Security Specialist B

Under general supervision, requiring the use of independent judgment, initiative and decision-making, provides administrative and clerical support to the College department or work area to which assigned. Duties and responsibilities will primarily be complex and may involve developing plans for accomplishing and prioritizing work, reasoning and analyzing data to resolve problems and overseeing and directing the work of others in the assigned area. Employees assigned to this title will be expected to have specialized knowledge and skill in the specific area of assignment.

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Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, associate-degree-granting institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment and lifelong learning. The College serves Philadelphia by preparing its students to be informed and concerned citizens, active participants in the cultural life of the city, and enabled to meet the changing needs of business, industry and the professions. To help address broad economic, cultural and political concerns in the city and beyond, the College draws together students from a wide range of ages and backgrounds and seeks to provide the programs and support they need to achieve their goals.

Specific Responsibilities

• Patrols designated areas of all college facilities.

• As directed by supervisor or shift leader, patrols stairwells, classrooms and public restrooms to ensure safety and to detect hazards such as fire, theft, vandalism, etc.

• Examines credentials such as ID cards, verifies persons against Banner system for legitimacy and purpose for being on college property to prevent entry by unauthorized persons and to maintain a permanent record of those using the facility.

• Operates badge systems and use computer network environment including but not limited to data entry of on-line incident reporting system.

• Inspects assigned areas, through electronic tour system or otherwise, for those conditions that may contribute to fire, theft or vandalism and reports such conditions to his/her supervisor.

• Performs key locking duties, locking and unlocking such areas as authorized; also secure various buildings as required.

• Monitors and operates alarm monitor screens, CCTV system and remains alert as to the activation of alarm systems, and presence of unauthorized persons or intruders in restricted areas.

• At the direction of the supervisor or shift leader, after normal hours, escorts employees to their vehicles in the parking lot to ensure their safe departure.

• Prepares simple but clear, accurate, informative and legible reports.

• Takes the measures required to ensure that assistance is given when accidents or illness occur, that first aid is provided, and in emergencies, ambulances and/or fire and police are summoned.

• Assists in college functions involving large numbers of persons.

• Use and maintain radio and other communications in the total security program.

• Receives and carries out appropriate assignments, instructions and details given by the Office in Charge.

• Investigates complaints, conducts investigations to determine the facts, and prepares reports to document dangers and hazards.

• Travel to regional campus locations as directed.

• Provide transportation for the College's executive staff, as needed.

• Provide coverage for other shifts, as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent (i.e. GED ) is required. Associate's degree in Criminal justice or related field preferred. Any and all degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.

• Minimum of two (2) years experience in security related work required.

• Ability to travel between the College's regional campus locations for work assignments required.

• Ability to work extended hours and various shifts, as needed, is required.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills are required.

• Basic computer proficiency is required.

• Experience operating radio, fire and safety systems preferred.

• Certification in CPR and first aid required, or must be obtained during probationary period.

• Ability to maintain sensitivity, understanding and respect for a diverse academic environment inclusive of students, faculty and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid driver's license preferred.