Security Specialist B

Under the supervision and in accordance with the policies of the Community College of Philadelphia, the Security Specialist B is responsible for maintaining campus security and safety. Primary responsibilities involve performing routine security checks, recording observations on conditions within buildings or assigned work area, reporting any unusual occurrences, property damage, or rule violations. The primary work location for this position is the College's Main campus. Re-assignment to any of the College's Philadelphia campus locations may be needed based on staffing needs. Normal working hours are from 7am to 3pm.

Specific Responsibilities

• Patrols designated areas of all college facilities.
• As directed by supervisor or shift leader, patrols stairwells, classrooms and public restrooms to ensure safety and to detect hazards such as fire, theft, vandalism, etc.
• Examines credentials such as ID cards, verifies persons against Banner system for legitimacy and purpose for being on college property to prevent entry by unauthorized persons and to maintain a permanent record of those using the facility.
• Operates badge systems and use computer network environment including but not limited to data entry of online incident reporting system.
• Inspects assigned areas, through electronic tour system or otherwise, for those conditions that may contribute to fire, theft or vandalism and reports such conditions to the supervisor.
• Performs key locking duties, locking and unlocking such areas as authorized; also secure various buildings as required.
• Monitors and operates alarm monitor screens, CCTV system and remains alert as to the activation of alarm systems, and presence of unauthorized persons or intruders in restricted areas.
• At the direction of the supervisor or shift leader, after normal hours, escorts employees to their vehicles in the parking lot to ensure their safe departure.
• Prepares simple but clear, accurate, informative and legible reports.
• Takes the measures required to ensure that assistance is given when accidents or illness occur, that first aid is provided, and in emergencies, ambulances and/or fire and police are summoned.
• Assists in college functions involving large numbers of persons.
• Use and maintain radio and other communications in the total security program.
• Receives and carries out appropriate assignments, instructions and details given by the Office in Charge.
• Investigates complaints, conducts investigations to determine the facts, and prepares reports to document dangers and hazards.
• Travel to regional campus locations as directed.
• Provide transportation for the College's executive staff, as needed.
• Provide coverage for other shifts, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or its equivalent (i.e. GED) is required. Any and all degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning. Minimum of two (2) years experience in security related work required. Ability to travel between the College's regional campus locations for work assignments required. Ability to work extended hours and various shifts, as needed, is required. Effective written and verbal communication skills are required. Basic computer proficiency is required. Valid driver's license is required. Certification in CPR and first aid required or must be obtained during 90-day probationary period. Ability to maintain sensitivity, understanding and respect for a diverse academic environment inclusive of students, faculty and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's degree in Criminal justice or related field preferred. Experience operating radio, fire and safety systems preferred.

Benefits Summary

Benefits: Success Starts Here at Community College of Philadelphia. We recognize that our success as a college and the success of our students starts with our employees. Our employees are vital to our success. Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive offer of benefits that are unrivaled by most. Full-time faculty and staff benefits include: College-paid medical, dental, drug, life and disability insurance. Tuition remission (for classes at the college). Forgivable tuition loan (for classes at any accredited academic institution). 403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution with employee contribution 5%. Flexible spending accounts. Paid vacation, holiday and personal time. Partial remote work schedule for remote work eligible positions. Additional College benefits: Winter break: 1 week around the third week in December and New Years. Spring Break: 1 week in March. Summer Hours: 4-day work week (closed on Fridays) from the 2nd week in May through the 3rd week in August. For More information about the College benefits and eligibility based on employee class, please visit: https://www.myccp.online/human-resources/benefits-eligibility.