Senior Security Officer

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as a Senior Security Officer, where you will play a vital role in maintaining safety and security across campus. This position involves patrolling university grounds, managing access to buildings, and providing assistance during emergencies and special events. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in security, with certifications in CPR and First Aid, ensuring a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors alike. If you are dedicated to community safety and thrive in dynamic situations, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years security experience.
• Certified in CPR and First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security on NJIT premises.
• Assist University Police Force in emergencies.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Security Experience

Job description

Title:
Senior Security Officer

Department:
Public Safety and Security

Reports To:
Chief of Police

Position Type:
Staff

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Shift Sergeant or designated supervisor during an assigned tour of duty provides assistance and protection to persons and property in and about NJIT owned and leased buildings office grounds and parking areas. Maintains orderly conditions and takes measures required to assure observance of the law.

Essential Functions:
1. Safety and Security Coordination: The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the safety and security to persons and property in and about NJIT premises which includes by way of illustration only:
- Maintaining control of university keys for access to all university owned and leased buildings and offices including but not limited to securing and opening buildings in accordance with morning and evening routine duties.
- Patrolling throughout the University to detect safety hazards and criminal activity including but not limited to patrolling assigned area; preventing unauthorized persons from entering grounds and buildings conducting periodic building checks to ensure only authorized persons are utilizing them reporting safety and health hazards. In furtherance of the responsibility the incumbent submits written reports when appropriate and required.
- Assisting the University Police Force in emergency situations special events and functions including but not limited to assisting in crowd control and orderly evacuation as required during an emergency providing assistance when accidents or illness occurs notifying the radio dispatcher for necessary police assistance when appropriate providing security duty at special events and ceremonies and handling special parking security for special occasions and events.
- Providing service and assistance upon request to visitors staff students and co-workers as necessary including but not limited to maintaining physical posts on and
around campus to ensure the safety of the community.

Additional Functions:
- Provides relief for Police Officers in the field.
- Assumes duties of alternate dispatcher when required.
- Performs other duties as assigned

Prerequisite Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years security experience and prior security officer training Certified in CPR and First Aid.

Bargaining Unit:
OPEIU

Range/Band:
13

FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Full-Time