Security Officer

Patrols assigned area on foot or in vehicle, checking for fires, vandalism, suspicious activity or persons, safety/fire hazards and reports all incidents to the office via phone call, text and incident report(s) as needed.  Investigates and/or reports hazards, unusual or suspicious circumstances to office for correction or follow-up actions; maintains contact with the office.  Checks doors and windows of building to ensure they are tightly closed and locked; notes in written log any unlocked doors/windows; submits information to supervisor.  Ensuring all post are covered.  Leads work of assigned security officers in maintaining security, visibility and safety of people and property in assigned post.  Checks doors and windows of building to ensure they are tightly closed and locked; notes in written log any unlocked doors/windows; submits information to supervisor.  Observes activity and traffic in assigned area to enforce the rules/regulations, alerts visitors of infractions.  Assists any persons in building or grounds needing direction or information.  Escorts people/property to desired destination when monies, documents or safety of property or persons is a concern.  Responds to alarms and dispatched calls; decides what actions to take based on situation, facts known and position limitations. Decides when an incident requires written report, decides which report form to use and submits to supervisor; may prepare other written reports as directed by supervisor.  Unlocks buildings/doors after checking for identification and compliance with university policies.