2nd Shift Security Officer - 10-months

Loras College; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Loras College, located in Dubuque, Iowa, seeks a Security Officer responsible for maintaining a safe environment for the campus and visitors, patrolling facilities, monitoring access, and upholding college policies.

The role includes deterring vandalism and incidents, coordinating with local authorities during emergencies, and providing courteous support at information desks, with flexibility for nights and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two to four years of related security experience.
• Must become CPR and AED certified; valid driver's license; pass police records check.
• Skilled in the use of a personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with security equipment and related legal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus and secure facilities; monitor access and grounds.
• Question individuals acting suspiciously and manage authorized facility usage.
• Report duties and incidents accurately and in a timely manner.
• Carry communication unit and flashlight while on duty.
• Escort individuals and issue traffic/parking citations as needed.
• Assist police or fire departments during serious on-campus incidents.
• Support the mission and Catholic identity of the College and communicate courteously with students and staff.
• Work special events or through patrols during shifts for events not requiring a special duty officer.
• Be alert to emergencies and inform supervisors immediately.

Skills

Active Listening

Adaptability

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Empathetic

Honesty/Integrity

Patience

Reliability

Responsible

Safety Awareness

Self-Motivated

Education

High School or GED

Tools

CPR/AED Certification

Driver's License

Police Records Check

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs routine security duties in providing a safe environment for the entire Loras College Community and its visitors, as well as maintaining the security of all College facilities.

Work Schedule:

3-11pm. Nights and weekends as required

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Given that the College is a diocesan Catholic college, will carry out your functions of your position in support of the College's Catholic Identity, mission and in support of Church teachings.
• Patrols campus, making random checks of Residence halls, parking lots, and all other campus buildings to ensure facilities and grounds are secure, safe, and well monitored.
• Questions individuals who act suspiciously or who have no identifiable purpose on campus and monitors the usage of facilities by authorized persons only.
• Reports all duties, including break periods, for entry into the security log and submits incident reports regarding involvement or knowledge of a major campus incident or a case of student misconduct in an accurate, complete and timely manner.
• Carries communication unit and flashlight while performing duties.
• Watches for vandals, prowlers, fire, water leaks, or other unusual occurrences which may lead to loss or damage to property or equipment.
• Issues traffic/parking citations to violators. Escorts individuals upon request.
• Assists individuals on campus requiring security services in a courteous manner.
• Assists the police or fire departments in any serious on-campus incident in a professional manner.
• Works special events as scheduled or performs "walk through" patrol during regularly scheduled shifts for events not requiring a special duty officer.
• Security functions are conducted in accordance with established College policies, procedures, and related legal requirements.
• Immediately informs their supervisor and/or administration of activities deemed serious or in the event of an emergency.
• Provides break relief for staff at the information desk which requires excellent communication skills both by phone and in person.
• Supports the mission and vision of the College and respects the College's Catholic tradition.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
• Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Communication, Oral and written - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word and in writing.
• Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.
• Empathetic - Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of others.
• Honesty/Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative.

Education:

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).

Experience:

Two to four years related experience.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Certificates & Licenses:

Must become certified in CPR and AED. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to pass police records check.

Other Requirements:

Skilled in the use of a personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of security equipment and devices. Understanding of related legal requirements. Understanding of College security needs and systems. Knowledge of the procedures involved in buildings and grounds security work. Knowledge of the Loras student handbook and student right to privacy act (Buckley). Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with students, college personnel and the public. Persistent and able to work in stressful situations. Attentive to detail. Ability to assist others. Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.

The College has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the College reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the College may deem appropriate.