Security Officer-FOP

The Ohio State University; Hall (IN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Uniforms provided

Overtime eligibility

Paid time off

Job summary

The Ohio State University’s Department of Public Safety is hiring Security Officers-FOP to join the Central Campus Security Team. Officers provide a visible security presence, conduct patrols, assist the campus community, and respond to incidents across university locations.

Starting pay is $20.70 per hour with a $1.00 raise after one year. Evening and weekend shifts, 24-hour call-in, and uniforms are provided; benefits include health insurance, retirement options, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Ability to work evenings and weekends and be subject to 24-hour call-in.
• Possession of a valid drivers license.
• Completion of field training program within first three months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and security presence across campus locations.
• Conduct high-visibility patrols on foot and in vehicles; respond to alarms and monitor CCTV.
• Escort people to locations on campus and assist with directions; manage traffic and pedestrian flow.

Job description

Job Title

Security Officer-FOP

Department

Administration and Planning | DPS Central Campus Security

Job Description

Ohio State’s Department of Public Safety is hiring Security Officers-FOP (Fraternal Order of Police) to join the Central Campus Security Team. Security Officers focus on safety of the university community as the top priority and provide physical security for various campus locations. Officers demonstrate stellar customer service as they engage with the community to provide a physical security presence, conduct high-visibility patrols and provide general assistance such as giving directions and escorting people to locations on campus. These roles can prepare you for future advancement in public safety careers.

Standard patrols include safety and security checks of buildings, external grounds and equipment and are conducted in a variety of ways: on foot and in vehicles. Vehicles are marked, brand new, temperature controlled and Bluetooth capable. Security Officers also respond to alarms and work in the security control room monitoring CCTV cameras, answering phone and radio calls, and dispatching other officers. These positions also assist in traffic and pedestrian management, participate in special duty events and operations (i.e., football team security), complete routine logs and forms, administer first aid and operate fire extinguishers. They also investigate and report on crimes, unusual incidents, complaints, injuries and accidents.

Newly hired Security Officers receive specialized training including, First Aid/CPR/AED, OC Spray, mountain bike and de-escalation training.

Minimum Education Required

Per Classified Civil Svc Specs or equivalent combination of education and experience

Additional Education Desired

HS Graduate or Equivalent or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications

Ability to work evenings and weekends and be subject to 24-hour call-in.

Possession of a valid drivers license.

Completion of field training program within first three months of employment.

You Need to Know

Aside from the unparalleled benefits of working for The Ohio State University and working in the diverse, smart, enjoyable, and growing city of Columbus, Ohio, this opportunity will provide exceptional rewards that arise from working for an institution doing worldwide life-changing teaching and research. Learn more here: https://hr.osu.edu/careers/.

Benefits include exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription insurance coverage that begins on your first day of employment. Retirement options include an employer match up to 14 percent. Education assistance reimburses 100% of tuition for you to attend Ohio State and 50% for your spouse and dependents.

Paid time off includes the following: Vacation (begins accruing on your first day)Sick (begins accruing on your first day)Compensatory Time (in lieu of overtime pay when approved)Paid parental leave

Additional Information

The starting pay is $20.70 per hour. After successful completion of a 1-year probationary period a $1.00 increase occurs. Due to the nature of the work, Security Officers are subject to 24-hour call-in may work evenings and weekends. Shift differential includes $.50 for 2nd and 3rd shift officers. Security officers are also eligible for overtime and annual merit compensation increases. Uniforms and equipment are provided.

These positions are considered “Essential” positions, whose presence is required regardless of the existence of an emergency condition, and whose absence from duty could endanger the safety and well‑being of the campus population and/or physical plant.

Location: Blankenship Hall (0360)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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