Security Officer I

Security Officer I - 004262Position InformationPosition Number - 004262Position Title - Security Officer I - 004262Division - Academic AffairsDepartment - 310300 - Baldwin County CampusMinimum Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent, one year of security or related experience and possession of a valid driver's license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama.Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position.Essential Functions - Patrols assigned premises, monitor's area traffic, investigates suspicious activities, listens for and reports local alarms and may report to county/municipal authorities when necessary. Registers and directs visitors, checks for appropriate Identification, and contacts their host for escort. Responds to calls and alarms. Responds, investigates, and reports through verbal and written format on accidents, illnesses, and incidents. Monitors security systems ensuring doors are not forced, left open or otherwise breached. Monitors alarms to make sure they are set and operational. Completes daily shift report. Reports on alarms for freezers, cold rooms, warm rooms, incubator, autoclaves, or mechanical equipment to the Facilities or Building Services Departments. Provides escort service to staff and students as requested to ensure safety. Documents and reports on the malfunction of equipment In accordance with area policies. Monitors the access control system to detect proper card use, door mechanical problems and system problems. Performs preliminary investigations of security deficiencies or breaches. Completes problem reports for follow-up law enforcement personnel. Completes incident reports to comply with facility licensing/accreditation requirements. Identifies witnesses as first respondent to incidents. Provides crowd and/or traffic control during unusual/emergency conditions. Attends safety and environmental compliance committee meetings. Maintains key control by serving as the contact person for keys. Performs building safety duties to include AED inspections and first aid kit inspections. Contacts Environmental Safety for environmental waste disposal when needed. Serves as the contact person for the Fire Marshall during fire drills and fire safety inspections. Regular and prompt attendance. Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required. Related duties as required.