Security Officer - Part-Time

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

City Colleges of Chicago is hiring a part-time Security Officer to ensure the safety and security of Olive-Harvey College in Chicago. Candidates must be retired or active law enforcement officers with a minimum of two years of experience. Responsibilities include patrolling assigned areas, enforcing laws, and providing excellent customer service. The position requires strong communication and decision-making skills, with a preference for candidates holding an Associate's degree. The salary is $27.56 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be an active or retired sworn officer with at least two years of law enforcement experience.
• Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent; Associates degree or higher is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of personal computers and applicable software.
• Valid driver’s license and certification in CPR and first aid required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol and monitor assigned areas, ensuring safety and security.
• Enforce laws and college policies.
• Respond to emergencies and provide first aid when necessary.
• Report all incidents to supervisors and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Tact and diplomacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher preferred

Tools

Security radios

Computers

Surveillance equipment

Job description

SECURITY OFFICER - PART TIME

OLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE

Olive-Harvey College is seeking Security Officers to provide safety, security, and excellent customer services to our students, faculty, staff, and visitors during an assigned shift. The Security Department protects all property of the college and reduces the risk of liability to the college. Enforces state and municipal laws and the rules of the Board of Trustees.

ALL OFFICERS MUST BE RETIRED OR ACTIVE LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS IN GOOD STANDING WITH A CURRENT OR FORMER LAW ENFORCEMENT/CORRECTIONS AGENCY WITH A MINIMUM OF TWO YEARS EXPERIENCE IN THE FIELD.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patrols and monitors assigned areas, including buildings, dock areas and parking lots, maintaining a professional appearance at all times.
• Protects and assists staff, students and visitors. Ensures only authorized individuals with proper identification are allowed in the building/offices.
• Adheres to and enforces state and municipal laws and the rules of the Board of Trustees.
• Ensures that all policies and procedures of the District are followed by students, faculty, staff and authorized individuals.
• Applies force which is reasonable and necessary under the circumstances to protect life and property in compliance with federal and state statutes.
• Appears in court hearing related to campus incidents when he/she has signed a complaint, is required as a witness, or is served with a subpoena.
• Reports all incidents on incident report forms prior to completion of shift and notifies supervisor of disturbances and/or irregularities.
• Operates CCC vehicles for patrol and other assignments, at the discretion of the supervisor.
• Responds to sick or injured persons and calls 911 when required. Provides emergency services to their best ability to prevent further harm or injury.
• Secures access to building and offices.
• Maintains proper maintenance and handling of security radios and equipment.
• Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be an active or retired sworn officer, in good standing with a current or former law enforcement or corrections agency, with at least two years of experience in a law enforcement capacity. Must have a valid driver’s license, current CPR and/or first aid certification, and hazardous material training.
• Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent, Associates degree or higher preferred. Knowledge of all relevant state statutes and local ordinances.
• Ability to articulate verbally in a clear and distinct manner during emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Ability to make accurate decisions based on observations and perceptions.
• Must be able to work well with staff and students. Must be able to handle situations with tact, diplomacy, and persuasiveness.
• Basic knowledge of personal computers and the applicable software. Working knowledge of report writing and ability to learn report codes.
• Must be self-directed and able to prioritize assignments.
• Must be able to work 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to regularly patrol the entire campus area on foot for a full shift.
• Ability to run or jog for short periods during emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Ability to stand at an assigned post for an extended period of time.
• Ability to quickly climb and descend stairs to respond to emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Ability to physically restrain and remove a person using appropriate force.
• Ability to bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, and reach in all directions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate all security-related equipment including radios, surveillance cameras, telephones, computers, fire alarm annunciator panel, fire extinguisher, and 2-way radios.
• Ability to drive and operate CCC vehicles.
• Physical ability to perform CPR and first aid, including operating AED equipment.
• Ability to perform job responsibilities under all weather conditions.

Salary: $27.56 per hour

The rate paid is in accordance with the respective bargaining agreement.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.