Security Officer

Job Opportunity

Starting Compensation: $49,732.80/Annually

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Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

• This position will be responsible for monitoring the overall security of the facility while at the same time operating the Central Control Room, ensuring that all employee/resident movement is fluid/efficient and monitoring video surveillance.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports to Shift Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Observe and document incidents related to facility security.
• Operate Central Control room ensuring that all employee/resident movement is fluid and efficient.
• Monitor video surveillance.
• Adhere to all standard operating procedures related to facility security guidelines.
• Account for keys issued and routinely check doors to ensure they are locked and unobstructed.
• Available to work weekends, holidays, and flexible shifts, as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• In accordance with PA Code 3800.55h, applicants must be 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to speak and write legibly and articulately.
• Ability to maintain professional demeanor under stressful public situations.
• Able to handle CONFIDENTIAL information in a professional manner.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Good organizational skills
• Dependable individual who is self-starter and can work with minimal supervision.
• Able to perform multiple duties in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to produce high volumes of work with minimal errors.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Clean criminal record, FBI Clearance, and child abuse record.
• Must have and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver's license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with County policy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is primarily sedentary in nature.
• Walking 5% of the time
• Sitting 95% of the time
• This position has been identified as having the potential for exposure to Hepatitis B. Access to training and a voluntary vaccination against Hepatitis B is provided.

The County of Lancaster offers comprehensive benefits to our employees.