Security Assistant (Part-Time)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 19,866 - 28,294

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is looking for a part-time Security Assistant at Kennedy-King College in Chicago. The role involves monitoring buildings and grounds for safety, issuing student ID cards, and providing escort services. Candidates should have a high school diploma; an Associate's degree in criminal justice is preferred. Experience in security and good communication skills are essential. The position offers an hourly wage of $17.48, with benefits available.

Qualifications

Completion of a high school diploma required.
Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited college in criminal justice preferred.
Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) preferred.
Valid State of Illinois driver's license required.
Ability to articulate verbally in clear and distinct manner.

Responsibilities

Patrols and monitors buildings and grounds.
Notifies supervisor of disturbances and irregularities.
Issues student identification cards.
Provides security escort services as needed.
Operates two-way radio equipment.

Skills

Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills

Good observation skills

Ability to work within a culturally diverse environment

Attention to Detail

Dependability

Education

Associate’s Degree in criminal justice (preferred)

High school diploma

Job description

SECURITY ASSISTANT – PART TIME

KENNEDY-KING COLLEGE

Kennedy-King College is currently seeking a Security Assistant Part-Time who has a passion for customer service and a strong commitment to the mission and ideals of the college. Under supervision, and reporting to the Director or Assistant Director of Security, patrols and monitors buildings, grounds and other areas at college campuses to ensure the safety and security of students, faculty, staff and the general public. These are unarmed positions that support Security Officers and the activities of the Office of Safety and Security (OSS). Performs related duties as required.

The OSS supports the academic environment by enhancing the quality of life at all City Colleges’ campuses, providing a safe and secure environment that is conducive to learning, and consistent with the educational goals of the City Colleges of Chicago. Crime prevention and safety throughout the campus community is the primary focus of the Security Operations Department within OSS. Security Officers and related staff provide a range of security services, patrolling campus facilities and grounds, responding to emergency and non-emergency calls for service, as well as other operational aspects of security and safety at the District’s college campuses as well as the District Office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Provides a uniformed presence at an assigned college or the District Office, monitoring access and entry to buildings for the safety and security of students, employees and the general public.
Patrols on foot and in a vehicle to provide security and watch for unusual or suspicious activities, and monitors activities in campus buildings and surrounding grounds to guard against crime, theft and vandalism.
Notifies supervisor and Security Officers on duty of disturbances and/or irregularities.
Contacts emergency responders such as police, fire, and/or ambulance personnel, as required.
Issues student identification cards, verifying student information and uses an ID Badging system with printer to create student identification cards.
Provides security escort services as needed to and from buildings and parking areas on campus. Responds to service calls and alarms and takes appropriate actions.
Informs and warns violators of any City Colleges of Chicago policy violations as appropriate.
Provides public assistance to students, faculty and the general public, providing information such as directions, office locations, and general campus information.
Operates two-way radio equipment to maintain communications with supervisors and other security personnel.
Updates operations and incident logs to record activities during assigned shift.
Assists Security Officers in carrying out security and safety duties as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited college in criminal justice preferred.
Completion of a high school diploma required.
Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC), as issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) preferred.
Valid State of Illinois driver’s license is required.Must pass a criminal background check.
Knowledge of District’s security and safety procedures and practices.
Knowledge of local and state law enforcement agencies.
Knowledge of basic computer operations related to ID badging system operation.
Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
Good observation skills.
Ability to work within a culturally diverse environment.
Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and persuasiveness in handling situations.
Ability to articulate verbally in a clear and distinct manner during emergency and nonemergency situations.
Indoor and outdoor work environment.
Standard security and safety equipment.
Ability to climb and descend stairs to access multi-level buildings.
Ability to walk and patrol designated areas on foot.
Ability to stand at an assigned post for an extended period of time.
Initiative – Demonstrate willingness to take on responsibilities and job challenges.
Attention to Detail – Pay careful attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks.
Dependability – Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability and fulfill obligations.