Security & Safety Officer 1 (Part-time, Other)

Security & Safety Officer 1 (Part‑time) The State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS Ohio) is seeking a Security & Safety Officer 1 to join its Safety Services Department. Compensation: $20.67 per hour. Work schedule: Varies Sunday through Saturday; hours and shifts will vary. Responsibilities Patrol building and grounds on foot or using a golf‑cart type vehicle, including the computer room and Discovery Park on an hourly basis. Routinely check doors and windows to ensure they are secure. Conduct surveillance of buildings and grounds through closed‑circuit television (CCTV) and other electronic systems. Watch for and report irregularities and hazards, such as unlocked doors, property damage or leaking pipes. Document issues on the daily log, complete incident reports, and coordinate maintenance when needed. Sound alarms or respond to visual or auditory alarms as required. Consult with management for immediate attention; call police and fire departments when required. Ensure all associates and visitors exit safely in the event of a fire or other emergency requiring evacuation. Provide emergency first aid; call emergency services when required. Regulate vehicle and pedestrian traffic at entrances to maintain orderly flow. Qualifications High‑school diploma or equivalent required. One year of experience in building security or safety, or completion of approved coursework in security and safety preferred. Knowledge of security alarm systems and surveillance cameras, fire alarm and fire‑extinguishing equipment, first aid (including CPR and AED), and key‑door control systems. Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and life‑safety equipment such as fire panels, halon systems and fire sprinkler pumps. Ability to work with and preserve confidential information. Above‑average oral and written communication skills for difficult or dangerous situations. Interpersonal skills to work courteously with internal and external contacts. Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, climb stairs, lift and carry 20 pounds or more. Ability to climb stairs and assist in removing individuals during emergency evacuations. Organizational skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and standard office equipment. Valid Ohio driver’s license and a safe driving record. Excellent attendance, punctuality, and flexibility to meet business needs (including occasional evenings, weekends, and non‑regular hours). Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Statement STRS Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, military status, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, or caregiver status, in making employment‑related decisions about an individual. ADA Statement STRS Ohio is committed to ensuring access, inclusion, and reasonable accommodations across all its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug‑Free Workplace Statement The State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace. The use of recreational marijuana and non‑medical cannabis is strictly prohibited. #J-18808-Ljbffr