Safety & Security Officer

ZipRecruiter; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kansas City Art Institute seeks a full-time Safety and Security Officer responsible for monitoring the campus security, conducting patrols, and ensuring a safe environment for faculty, staff, and students. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills and a high school diploma. This position supports the ongoing commitment to diversity and equal opportunity within the community.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to operate basic safety and security equipment.
• High School diploma or GED and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct both foot and vehicle patrols of the KCAI campus.
• Respond to calls for service or assistance.
• Investigate and document campus incidents.

Skills

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Google products

Job description

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Safety and Security Officer

DIVISION: Administration

DEPARTMENT: Student Affairs

REPORTS TO: Safety and Security Manager

PAY TYPE: Non-Exempt

WORKER TYPE: Full-Time

UPDATED: April 2024

HOURLY PAY: $16.00 (Plus Shift Differential) Evening 3pm-11pm, or Nights 11pm-7am

Safety and Security Officer positions are responsible for providing basic personal, property, and equipment security for all assets, including faculty, staff, students, and visitors on or around the KCAI campus, as well as other KCAI sponsored events. These duties include routine security patrols, escort services, and other assistance as needed.

Essential Functional Responsibilities:

• Conduct both foot and vehicle patrols of the KCAI campus.
• Respond to calls for service or assistance.
• Monitor campus electronic surveillance systems and understand their functionality.
• Create KCAI identification cards and assign campus access roles.
• Investigate and document campus incidents.
• Participate in safety and evacuation plans for campus facilities.
• Refer students, faculty, staff, guests, and visitors to appropriate departments or locations on campus.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervises:

• None

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, to effectively interact with the campus community; basic interviewing skills; conflict resolution abilities.
• Basic knowledge of criminal law and traffic violations.
• Ability to operate basic safety and security equipment; willing to complete and maintain required training.
• Personal qualities include integrity, tolerance, patience, good judgment, organizational and interpersonal skills, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel) and Google products (Gmail, Docs, Calendar, Contacts).

Required Experience/Education:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Meet and maintain Missouri unarmed private security license requirements.

Preferred Experience/Education:

• Experience as a Safety & Security Officer/Guard.
• Experience working in a collegiate environment.

Statement

Kansas City Art Institute is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and promotes diversity by attracting and retaining qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. For accommodation requests, contact Human Resources. Questions can be directed to the HR Department.

EOE/AA: Minorities, Disabled, Vets