Part-time Campus Security Officer

Summary

To maintain a standard of safety and security for the campus, routinely patrol campus and parking lots, assist community members, and enforce the rules and regulations of Simpson College. This is a 12-month part-time (generally two to three 8-hour shifts/week, including evening, nights & weekends) position.

Essential Job Functions

1. Secure campus buildings and provide regular foot and/or vehicle patrols of the entire campus, including checking doors, windows, life-safety devices, parking lots, etc. (40%)
2. Respond to calls for service, incidents, & emergencies promptly with a focus on customer service. (35%)
3. Maintain thorough and accurate duty logs. File incident reports as necessary. (5%)
4. Maintain communication with physical plant/custodial staff, housing staff, and co-workers. (5%)
5. Monitor surveillance cameras, alarms, and access points to buildings & campus. (5%)
6. Attending periodic training and meetings. (10%)

Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Knowledge of first aid and CPR (Simpson can provide training at no cost to you)
3. Comfortable handling confidential information
4. Experience using computer programs such as Word, Outlook, Teams, and Excel
5. Previous work in security
6. Interpersonal/communication skills: Position requires above-ordinary courtesy and tact to communicate effectively with diverse individuals in routine, high stress,and emergency situations. Also requires abilities to de-fuse emotionally charged situations and to write clearly
7. Physical fitness: The ability to perform daily activities with endurance and strength, such as standing or walking around buildings, and lifting heavy items
8. Problem-solving: The ability to find quick solutions to issues, react appropriately in stressful situations, and pay attention to details on rounds and when investigating
9. Teamwork: The ability to work well in a team or alone and to be dependable
10. Knowledge: Knowledge of standard security & safety protocols, legal guidelines, & relevant computer applications. Ability to type routine correspondence, forms, and use computer files/programs

Physical Requirements:

Ability to walk long distances for long periods of time; ability to move swiftly when needed. Some lifting is required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed primarily in an office or campus setting, with occasional travel between buildings and to on- or off-campus meetings or events.
• Frequent sitting, talking, and hearing in meetings, classrooms, and office environments.
• Occasional walking, standing, bending, reaching, or lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds (such as files, books, and presentation equipment).
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer, telephone, and other standard office or instructional equipment.
• Visual acuity sufficient to read printed materials, digital screens, and documents.
• May involve extended periods of time at a computer workstation and participation in meetings conducted virtually or in person.
• May occasionally require attendance at evening or weekend events, such as student activities, faculty meetings, or institutional programs.

Application Instructions

All applicants must submit:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. 3 Professional References

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION: Applicants for admission and employment, students, parents of students, employees, sources of referral for admission and employment, and all unions or professional organizations holding collective bargaining or professional agreements with Simpson College are hereby notified that this institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, veteran or veteran disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic in admission, access to, treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Any persons having inquiries concerning Simpson College’s compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX – Section 504, or Americans with Disabilities Act are directed to contact Director of Human Resources, Simpson College, 701 North C Street, Indianola, Iowa 50125-1299, (515) 961-1511. Persons may also contact the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, regarding the institution’s compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX – Section 504, or Americans with Disabilities Act.

TITLE IX: Simpson College does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender. Simpson College also prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internally or externally. Reports of misconduct, questions regarding Title IX, and concerns about non-compliance should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator. For a complete copy of the policy, more information, or to report an instance of sex or gender-based discrimination, please contact the Title IX Coordinator (titleix@simpson.edu) and/or the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html.

The College is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community.  To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include but are not limited to criminal history, national sex offender search, and motor vehicle history. Simpson’s annual security compliance document is available on the Simpson Security website. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, you will be required to, upon being made an offer of employment, produce documents that are specified by the federal government to establish your identity and right to work in the United States. These documents must be produced no later than seventy-two (72) hours after beginning paid employment. Questions? Contact the Human Resources department at employment@simpson.edu

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