"Security Guard"

Security Guard

Company:
Austin Peay State University

Job Location:
Clarksville, 37044

Category:
Police and Public Safety

Type:
Full-Time

Job Description

The Security Guard performs physical security, parking enforcement, general patrol duties and radio/telephone dispatching in support of Police Officers and other Public Safety staff at the University.

• Patrol campus, report suspected crimes, accidents or activities of a questionable/suspicious nature.
• Radio communications including serving as dispatcher when required.
• Parking enforcement and traffic control for designated special events.
• Secure, inspect, and open university buildings and facilities.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Testify in court or legal proceedings as necessary.
• Answer and reset fire alarms.
• Operate and Monitor Emergency Management and Security System.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.
• Ability to interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations, the University community and the public.
• Ability to detect and correct grammatical and spelling errors in written correspondence.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to operate a vehicle.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to pursue suspects/suspicious individuals on foot, through University buildings and grounds.
• Ability to run, jump, and physically restrain an individual as needed.
• Ability to perform duties on bicycle, vehicle or on foot.
• Ability to work any shift.
• Ability to interview people and ascertain facts.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by radio and telephone, especially with students and visitors to the campus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to run, jump, and physically restrain an individual as needed.
• Ability to perform duties on bicycle, vehicle or on foot.

Minimum Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have no criminal convictions.
• Must pass a psychological examination.
• Must pass a thorough background investigation conducted by the University.
• Must pass a physical examination by a licensed physician.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must have a telephone for emergency recall by department.
• An official transcript (if applicable) and names, addresses and phone numbers of three (3) references will be required for the successful applicant.
• Essential employee will be required to report to work during emergency or disaster situations.