Security Officer - Law Enforcement Operations

Washington University in St. Louis; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Security Officer to patrol campus parking areas and provide escorts and motorist assistance. The role requires strong observation, the ability to report suspicious activity, and direct drivers to appropriate parking areas.

You will also respond to alarms and support the university community as part of a dedicated Public Safety team. Schedule is typically full-time with 40 hours per week, primarily on campus in Saint Louis, MO.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in security or campus safety is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Patrol parking areas by vehicle or on foot.
• Respond to alarms and transport needs.
• Provide escorts and motorist assistance.
• Enforce parking rules and issue citations as needed.
• Prepare written reports and logs of activity.

Skills

Patrol

Report writing

Driving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Two-way radio

Ticket machine

Job description

Location: SAINT LOUIS, MO 63105

Scheduled Hours: 40

Position Summary: Performs the primary function of protecting property of members of the Washington University community by patrolling assigned parking areas on campus and providing escorts and motorist assists.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conducts continuous, visible, roving vehicle or foot patrol of designated university parking areas commonly used by students, faculty, staff or visitors to the university.
• Reports to Police or other appropriate authority, suspicious activity and persons or unsafe conditions observed at university properties or in surrounding neighborhoods.
• Provides information to faculty, staff, students and the general public regarding campus activities, locations, directions and offices.
• Explains parking rules and regulations to campus community and directs drivers to alternative parking areas as necessary.
• Performs all duties associated with the University's Motorist Assist Program including, but not limited to, lock out, jump start and customer transportation.
• Conducts periodic checks of buildings examining doors, windows, lighting, gates, etc.to ensure they are properly secured.
• Provides escorts using department vehicles or on foot.
• Provides transport services for temporary disabled or ill students to and from residence halls and buildings on campus.
• Provide transport services for students, as assigned, to and from the BJC Hospital system located in St. Louis City and St. Mary's Hospital, located in the City of Richmond Heights.
• Inspects vehicles for display of appropriate parking permits.
• Enforces university parking rules and regulations.
• Issues parking citations to vehicles parked in violation of University parking rules using TickeTrack hand held computer.
• Consistent with departmental policies, tows and/or relocates vehicles.
• Conducts traffic direction and control at special events.
• Transports department vehicles and other equipment to and from service points as needed.
• Conducts other requests for transport, pick-up or deliveries as approved by the on duty supervisor.
• Reports to the dispatcher any problems discovered that might require maintenance notification for repair or review.
• Conducts inspections of campus emergency telephones and reports mechanical problems.
• Responds to fire alarms, maintenance alarms, access alarms and other alarms that do not require police authority and powers.
• Prepares written reports or logs of activity and observations during the tour of duty.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Ability to work overtime as directed
• Ability to work night shifts
• Ability to handles stress, assigned calls and complaints from the public
• Ability to drive in local areas during day and night hours and in adverse weather conditions

Physical Effort

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to climb stairs
• Ability to lift/lower boxes of material weighing up to 25 pounds
• Ability to stretch and move weight bearing joints in the process of bending, stooping, kneeling or reaching to assist an injured person

Equipment

• Ability to work a hand-held computerized ticket machine
• Ability to operate a two-way radio and any and all other equipment necessary to complete the job assignment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications /Professional Licenses :

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

Security Officer - Saint Louis County

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications /Professional Licenses :

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Drug Screening, Following Instructions, Lifting Equipment, Maintenance Inspections, Relationship Building, Relationship Management, Site Inspections, Stress Management, Suspicious Activity Re