*UPDATED* - Security Officer (Hourly) - OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Pioneer Library System; Norman, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,440,000 - 48,216,000; Part time

Job summary

Pioneer Library System seeks a part-time Security Officer to maintain a safe environment for patrons and staff and to protect library assets across Cleveland County facilities.

You will respond to emergencies, coordinate with the Safety and Security Coordinator, and work a flexible schedule primarily evenings and weekends. Must hold Armed CLEET certification and security experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of security, law enforcement, or related military experience preferred.
• Armed CLEET certification is required; must meet CEET continuous education requirements.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Equivalent combination of training/education/experience may be considered.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure environment for library customers and staff.
• Respond to emergencies in the library and surrounding grounds.
• Coordinate with the Safety and Security Coordinator and fulfill duties as assigned.

Skills

Interrogation skills

Emergency response

Patrol and pursuit

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Armed CLEET certification

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Job Details:

Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $30.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Part-time hourly positions, Cleveland County locations (to be determined at a later date). Hours will vary weekly based on Branch/Department demands. Must be available to work a flexible schedule primarily evenings and weekends, and must attend up to two weeks of “Mandatory New Hire Orientation & Training” located at the Administrative Offices in Norman.

LOCATION:

Cleveland County (Location to be determined at a later date.)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides a safe and secure environment for all library customers and assigned library staff and protects the physical assets of the library; responds to all emergency situations in assigned library building, library grounds and parking lots. Works under the direction of the Safety and Security Coordinator and performs other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education and/or experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• One year of experience in security, law enforcement or related military experience; prior military personnel must have received an honorable discharge and a minimum of six months experience in security;
• Armed CLEET certification is required; must meet CLEET continuous education requirements;
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language;
• Or equivalent combination of technical training, education and/or experience may be considered;
• Valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to gain working knowledge of Pioneer Library System policies and procedures;
• Working knowledge of law enforcement theory and practice in order to function as a Security Officer;
• Applicable state, federal and local ordinances, laws, rules and regulations;
• Skills in interviewing and interrogation;
• Skill in the use of tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established library guidelines to ensure behavior control.
• Ability to assume responsibility in emergency situations and control problems;
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where limited standardization exists;
• Ability to present ideas and facts in a clear and concise manner in both written and verbal communications.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc.
• Physical ability to run after/apprehend suspects and strength to sustain dominance over unruly suspects as occasionally required;
• Working knowledge in the operation of computers, office machines, and standard office software products for the completion of routine reports and correspondence;
• Work a flexible schedule primarily evenings and weekends.

Pioneer Library System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All employees and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious belief, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or any other category protected by the law.

Pioneer Library System will make all reasonable accommodations in the application and employment processes. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Elissa Fox at 405-801-4506, or by email, [e-mail].

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