Security Officer

City of Minneapolis; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Minneapolis seeks a dedicated Security Officer to work within the Municipal Building Commission, performing patrols, monitoring surveillance, and delivering customer service to visitors and staff. The role includes maintaining logs and enforcing life safety regulations.

Shift: Tuesday through Saturday, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The Commission emphasizes integrity, respect, teamwork, and professional conduct while ensuring building safety and smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in behavioral science, criminal justice or related field.
• Three years of security experience or equivalent training.
• EMS/RB First Responder or EMT certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Control access to buildings and monitor access to public and non-public areas.
• Operate electronic surveillance, life/safety, and security systems and equipment.
• Respond to calls for security service, alarms, and emergency situations.
• Evaluate and respond to emergency situations.
• Conduct periodic inspections of buildings and grounds.
• Understand and apply MBC security and life safety regulations.
• Complete written security incident reports and documents.
• Participate in all departmental mandated meetings and training assignments.

Skills

Patrolling

Surveillance

Customer service

Log maintenance

Emergency response

Access control

Education

Associate degree in behavioral science, criminal justice or related field

Tools

MS Office

Security software

Job description

Position Description

The Municipal Building Commission is seeking a Security Officer Position

The MBC is seeking a Security Officer to take on a range of different responsibilities, including patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment, providing customer service to visitors and staff, maintaining logs.

Shift: Tuesday - Saturday 2:00PM - 10:00PM

About the MBC

The MBC has served as the steward for the historic Minneapolis City Hall and Hennepin County Courthouse (also referred to as the Municipal Building) since 1904. The MBC was created by Minnesota State Statute to provide exclusive care and control of the building.

Great Benefits: In addition to a competitive hourly rate, MBC employees receive a generous benefit package including paid time off, health and dental insurance, HRA/VEBA employer funded health spending account, pension, deferred compensation, and much more.

The MBC promotes a supportive work environment through our commitment to the employee-developed core values:

• Integrity


• Communication


• Respect


• Teamwork


• Be a role model

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Control access to buildings and monitor access to public and non-public areas


• Operate electronic surveillance, life/safety, and security systems and equipment


• Respond to calls for security service, alarms, and emergency situations


• Evaluate and respond to emergency situations


• Conduct periodic inspections of buildings and grounds


• Understand and apply MBC security and life safety regulations


• Complete written security incident reports and documents.


• Participate in all departmental mandated meetings and training assignments

Required Qualifications

Preferred Minimum Education:

• Associate degree in behavioral science, criminal justice or related field

Required Certification:

• EMSRB certified First Responder or EMT Certification. Or ability to attain within 6 months of hire

Required Experience:

• Three (3) years of security experience; OR approved equivalent of training and experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing.


• Must be able to bend, stoop, twist, push, pull, reach, kneel, crawl, squat, climb, and lift to 35 pounds at a time.

Selection Process

The examination/selection process for this position may consist of a rating of training and experience, and a verbal or written exam. Since the examination selection process may consist of a rating of training and experience, it is to your advantage to be as complete and thorough on your application form and other support documentation/materials.

Required Background Checks

Minneapolis Police Department and Hennepin County Sheriff's Office background checks are required for this position. Employees must achieve and maintain the background checks for continued employment.

Medical Exam

After a conditional job offer, candidates will be required to pass a medical examination which includes physical screening. A drug and alcohol test are part of the medical examination.

Union Representation

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the MBC and AFSCME, Minnesota Council No. 5 Local Union 9, AFL-CIO.

Probationary Period

This position will be required to serve a six (6) month probationary period.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to:

• Understand basic principles and practices in the security field


• Understand and apply knowledge of Federal, State and local laws relevant to security operations, security techniques and procedures


• Perform customer service functions for members of the public


• Understand CCTV functions and report writing functions


• Working knowledge and skill of Microsoft office and security software applications.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.