Campus Safety & Security Officer

Oklahoma State University; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University in Stillwater is seeking Security Officers to protect people and property, monitor premises, and respond to incidents. You will patrol, observe via CCTV, sign in visitors, check packages, and document activities.

The role requires licensure and a valid Oklahoma driver license, and is fielding a dynamic range of security duties with CCTV and access control. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, be prepared to show CLEET certifications, and demonstrate strong

Qualifications

• Exhibit polite and approachable manner at all times.
• Achieve and maintain a reasonable level of physical fitness and strength.
• Possess and demonstrate a trustworthy character.
• Possess a flexible and responsible approach to the job.
• Demonstrate the ability to be patient regardless of the situation.
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to solve problems as they arise.
• Possess a basic knowledge of computers.
• Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions.
• Possess a confident approach and ability to deal with difficult/confrontational people.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrate a good knowledge of customer care.
• Possess a non-judgmental approach.
• Possess and demonstrate the ability to relate well to a wide range of people.
• Possess the ability to respond positively to stressful situations.
• Possess the ability to work with technical equipment (e.g. closed-circuit television).
• Eager to learn new skills and take training opportunities when offered.
• Possess a willingness to stay abreast of changes in standards within the security sector.
• Possess a clean criminal record.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with team mates, colleagues and customers.

Responsibilities

• Patrolling one or a number of premises.
• Monitoring activity outside and inside a premises through observation and closed circuit television.
• Signing in visitors to a building.
• Checking suspicious packages.
• Performing checks on building traffic (the people going in and out of a building).
• Recording any suspicious activity and taking any necessary action.
• Guarding valuables or cash (typically in a secure vehicle).
• Communicating relevant information to other security officers via communication devices.
• Giving directions and other information to visitors.
• Writing reports for the police or courts.
• Conducting general reception duties.
• Creating and distributing building access cards.

Skills

Polite & approachable

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independence

Customer service

Clean background

Education

High School/GED

Tools

CCTV operation

Security equipment handling

Access control systems

Job description

Oklahoma State University in Stillwater is seeking Security Officers to protect people and property, monitor premises, and respond to incidents. You will patrol, observe via CCTV, sign in visitors, check packages, and document activities.

The role requires licensure and a valid Oklahoma driver license, and is fielding a dynamic range of security duties with CCTV and access control. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, be prepared to show CLEET certifications, and demonstrate strong