Security Officer Part-time

The City of Zanesville; Zanesville (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Zanesville is seeking a Part-Time Armed Security Officer to provide security for City Hall and municipal properties. The role includes maintaining a visible security presence, controlling access, patrolling facilities, responding to incidents, and delivering courteous public service.

Qualified applicants may have a High School diploma or GED; Ohio Peace Officer Commission; ability to carry and qualify with firearms; and preference for those with Auxiliary Commission experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Current or prior Auxiliary Police Officer experience preferred.
• Experience in government facilities, municipal buildings, public safety or similar environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide armed security services for City Hall and associated municipal facilities.
• Monitor and control access to City Hall, including screening visitors and verifying entry.
• Conduct regular patrols of the building and surrounding municipal property.
• Respond to disturbances, suspicious activity, emergencies, and security incidents.
• Assist employees and visitors by providing information and responding to safety concerns.
• Enforce municipal policies, facility rules, and security procedures.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical personnel when necessary.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and positive public image while interacting with citizens and staff.
• Maintain all certifications necessary for armed security duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Security procedures

Observation skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Public interaction

Independent work

Confidentiality

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

This is an appointed, unclassified position.

Open to the public and qualified City of Zanesville employees .

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

An appropriate combination of education, training, course work, and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of an acceptable qualification is: High School degree, GED, or equivalent. Current or prior Auxiliary Police Officer experience preferred. Experience working in government facilities, municipal buildings, public safety or similar public facing environment. This is a part-time position scheduled for no more than 29 hours per week.

Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.

LICENSURE OF CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Current/up-to-date Ohio Peace Officer Commission

Ability to legally carry and qualify with a firearm as required by state law and employer policy.

Preference to applicants with a current/existing Reserve/Auxiliary Commission with an Ohio Law Enforcement Agency.

DISTINGUISHING JOB CHARACTERISTICS

The Part-Time Armed Security Officer provides security services for City Hall and municipal property through a highly visible security presence, access control, patrol activities, incident response, and customer service. The position serves as a professional representative of the City and is responsible for maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, elected officials, and employees.

The City strongly prefers applicants who are current or former Auxiliary Police Officers or who possess comparable law enforcement experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. Reasonable accommodations will be made for disabled persons, covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, in accordance with its requirements.

• Provide armed security services for City Hall and associated municipal facilities.
• Monitor and control access to City Hall, including screening visitors and verifying authorized entry.
• Conduct regular patrols of the building and surrounding municipal property.
• Respond to disturbances, suspicious activity, emergencies, and security incidents.
• Assist employees and visitors by providing information and responding to safety concerns.
• Enforce municipal policies, facility rules, and security procedures.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical personnel when necessary.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and positive public image while interacting with citizens and staff.
• Maintain all certifications necessary for armed security duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SCOPE OF SUPERVISION

None

EQUIPMENT OPERATED

Firearms, Handcuffs, Taser, Marcs Radio

CONTACTS WITH OTHERS

City Hall employees; general public

CONFIDENTIAL DATA

None

WORKING CONDITIONS

Good office working conditions. Occasional exposure to working conditions and hazards inherent within law enforcement when working special crime issue or when dealing with violators.

USUAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following physical demands are typically exhibited by position incumbents performing this job’s essential duties and responsibilities. These physical demands are not and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to climb stairs and conduct foot patrols.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and potentially confrontational situations.
• Ability to qualify and maintain proficiency with assigned firearms and equipment.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of security practices and emergency response procedures.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during stressful situations.
• Strong observation and situational awareness skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with the public, elected officials, and municipal employees.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations with discretion.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Exhibit the skills, knowledge, and abilities of Police Officer.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, officials, and general public.
• Maintain confidentiality of confidential and sensitive subject matter.
• Maintain and promote good public relations as city representative.
• Speak and make presentations before groups.
• Take criticism from the general public and others.

Skill in:

• Use of firearms, other weapons, and police equipment.

Employer

The City of Zanesville

Address

401 Market Street

Zanesville, Ohio, 43701

Phone

740-617-4877

Website

http://www.coz.org

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