UPD Temporary Event Security Team

Event Security Team Position

The University Police Department at the University of Alaska Anchorage is seeking applicants for its Event Security Team. We are looking for individuals who will be dedicated to increasing the overall safety environment of campus. Team members will be non-sworn and unarmed and will help to identify and locate potential risks and hazards and increase the university community sense of security and safety.

Work is performed under direct supervision. Participate in training programs. Apply basic security officer practices and procedures under the guidance of Event Supervisor. Strong verbal and written communication and customer service skills. Recordkeeping skills. Conflict resolution and organizational skills. Ability to operate computers and specialized equipment. Ability to exercise judgment under difficult situations with tact and diplomacy. Must possess a valid ID. Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, as directed by University of Alaska Board of Regents Policy. Must be able to provide credible testimony in a court of law. Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification may render the position security sensitive.

Special Conditions: This position is for campus special events and schedule is based upon the events. Maybe requested to assist in campus emergencies or shift coverage of campus security based upon additional security training and obtain clearances.

The UAA community has identified four core competencies at the heart of quality at UAA. These qualities are core to everything we do:

• Effective Communication - The knowledge and skills necessary to engage in effective communication in diverse contexts and formats, including public speaking.
• Creative and Critical Thinking - The knowledge and skills necessary for the critical exploration of issues, ideas, artifacts, and events in order to creatively design, evaluate, and implement a strategy to answer complex questions or achieve a desired goal.
• Intercultural Fluency - The knowledge and skills necessary to promote effective and appropriate interaction in a variety of cultural contexts, particularly in terms of the diverse populations of Alaska.
• Personal, Professional, and Community Responsibility - The knowledge and skills necessary to promote personal flourishing, professional excellence, and community engagement.

To thrive in this role the applicant would have previous experience in the security field, event staffing, or public safety and community relations skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from high school, vocational school or equivalent. College experience preferred.

Position Details:

This is a part time, temporary position. New hires will be placed on the UA Temporary Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 77, based on education and experience.

This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Jake Paolucci, Campus Security Supervisor at View email address on click.appcast.io.

To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.