UNIV-Security Specialist III--Public Safety

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 47,494,000 - 76,019,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a full-time Public Safety Officer to patrol assigned areas on campus in Charleston, SC. The role requires vigilance, reporting discrepancies, and coordinating with officers to ensure safety and security.

The position carries a rotating shift with a standard 40-hour work week. A high school diploma and three years of related experience, plus certification by the Department of Public Safety, are required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma and three years of experience in fire prevention, safety or security activities.
• Certification by the Department of Public Safety in accordance with Section 23-6-430 of the 1976 South Carolina Code of Laws.
• Physical requirements include standing/walking, lifting up to 50 lbs, and ability to assist others.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas diligently, with emphasis on locations where problems occurred.
• Responds promptly to emergencies and coordinates with other officers.
• Monitors alarms, CCTV, and enforces parking and safety regulations.

Education

High school diploma

Three years of experience in fire prevention, safety or security activities

Job description

Patrols assigned areas diligently, giving particular attention to and often rechecking those locations where problems have been frequent. Patrols building checking for fire, prowlers, vandalism, and other unusual activities. Makes rounds of assigned area at least three times during the shift, appropriately documents and verbally reports discrepancies. Sustains attentiveness. Promptly responds to all emergencies, knows locations of call boxes and fire extinguishers, coordinates with other officers, checks IDs and passes. Courteously assists all persons seeking directions, information or assistance.

Patrols assigned areas diligently, giving particular attention to and often rechecking those locations where problems have been frequent. Patrols building checking for fire, prowlers, vandalism, and other unusual activities. Makes rounds of assigned area at least three times during the shift, appropriately documents and verbally reports discrepancies. Sustains attentiveness. Promptly responds to all emergencies, knows locations of call boxes and fire extinguishers, coordinates with other officers, checks IDs and passes. Courteously assists all persons seeking directions, information or assistance.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Classified

Cost Center

CC001140 Department Of Public Safety

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-GEN05

Pay Range

34,476.00 - 44,778.00 - 55,182.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Description

Patrols assigned areas diligently, giving particular attention to and often rechecking those locations where problems have been frequent. Patrols building checking for fire, prowlers, vandalism, and other unusual activities. Makes rounds of assigned area at least three times during the shift, appropriately documents and verbally reports discrepancies. Sustains attentiveness. Promptly responds to all emergencies, knows locations of call boxes and fire extinguishers, coordinates with other officers, checks IDs and passes. Courteously assists all persons seeking directions, information or assistance.

Job Duties

• 30% Patrols assigned areas diligently, giving particular attention to and often rechecking those locations where problems have been frequent. Patrols building checking for fire, prowlers, vandalism, and other unusual activities. Makes rounds of assigned area at least three times during the shift, appropriately documents and verbally reports discrepancies. Sustains attentiveness. Promptly responds to all emergencies, knows locations of call boxes and fire extinguishers, coordinates with other officers, checks IDs and passes. Essential


• 20% Responds punctually to all assignments and immediately to all emergencies. Essential


• 10% Monitors alarms and CCTV, (closed circuit television). Essential


• 10% Performs duty of Public Safety Officer (non-arrest powers), assist supervisory personnel in peace and decorum in building and on grounds, Tickets unauthorized vehicles parked in areas reserved for emergency vehicles, loading zones, handicapped or decal required areas. Notifies supervisor or officer assigned to the areas if the vehicle is created a problem. Escorts persons as required. Detains suspicious persons loitering and notifies Dispatchers. Essential


• 10% Operates two-way radio and responds per the direction of Dispatcher. Essential


• 10% Courteously assists all persons seeking directions, information or assistance. Essential


• 10% Informs the relieving officer of all information and concerns of interest or importance to them in the proper performance of their job duty. Essential

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and three years of experience in fire prevention, safety or security activities. Certification by the Department of Public Safety, in accordance with Section 23-6-430 of the 1976 South Carolina Code of Laws. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time. (Continuous) Ability to lift materials up to 50 lbs, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift, drag, pull persons to safety, weighing up to 300 lbs., assisted. (Infrequent) Ability to hear and recognize various sounds within noisy background areas. (Continuous) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision in both eyes, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs to the top floor of any building within the institution. (Infrequent) Olfactory sense must be intact in order to smell unusual odors. (Continuous) Ability to carry heavy objects, i.e. persons, a distance of 15 to 20 feet in emergency situations. (Infrequent) Ability to engage in physical confrontations with suspected offenders. (Infrequent) Ability to sit. (Infrequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work overtime as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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