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Lindenwood University
Officer, Public Safety and Security
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Security Officer provides security for property at hospitals, hotels, warehouses or office buildings. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.
$36,295 / year median in Missouri
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Welcome to Career Opportunities at Lindenwood University.
PLEASE READ
For all applications, please include your resume and cover letter. You may skip the " Quick Apply " page by simply clicking " Next " at the bottom of the page. When you arrive at the " Experience " page, you may upload all desired documents using the upload box labeled " Resume/CV. " This is the appropriate box to upload all documents. Benefits of Being aLindenwood Employee:
Upon hire, employer-paid tuition benefits for bachelor's (employee, spouse, and dependent) and master's degree programs (employee and spouse only). Tuition discounts for doctoral programs (employee only).Comprehensive benefits plan:
medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement options.Paid holidays:
MLK Jr. day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Wednesday- Friday), and winter break (Dec. 23
- Jan.
Fridays:
LU employees are eligible for a free meal on Fridays at the Evans Commons Dining Hall or Spellman Dining Hall; Chick-fil-A and Qdoba included. Professional development opportunities through the Lindenwood Learning Academy .JOB TITLE SUMMARY
Job Title:
Officer, Public Safety and Security Division:
Fiscal Affairs Evaluation Group:
Staff FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Reports To:
Associate Director, Public Safety and Security Positions Supervised:
N/A Job Summary The public safety and security officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for students, staff and visitors by patrolling the campus, reporting crime and enforcing university policies. Essential Job Functions and Performance Indicators The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and level of responsibility that will be required of positions given this title. This job description shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Job Responsibilities and Execution Secures premises by patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment and inspecting buildings and access points Upholds university's standards and reputation by complying with legal requirements of the Clery Act Maintains up-to-date knowledge of the university's Emergency Action Plan Enforces campus parking regulations Completes incident/accident reports for missing or stolen property and criminal activity; assures accurate reports, including detailed, complete observations and information Conducts surveillance Interviews witnesses and obtains signatures Service Excellence Supports the university mission and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellence Models, supports and holds others accountable to the university's values- integrity, dedication, excellence, creativity and teamwork Accompanies visitors, students and employees on campus upon request Provides public assistance, including lockout services, first aid, vehicle jump-starts and traffic direction Communication, Teamwork and Collaboration Prevents loss and damage via consistent reporting of concerns Educates violators on proper policies and procedures Job may require other duties as assigned.
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.
- May be representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform this job competently.
- Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of this job's functions. Please click here to view Lindenwood University's flexible work designation descriptions. General office setting Indoor and outdoor
- often extreme
- weather conditions Ability to work different shifts including days, afternoons or midnights Some exposure to hazards and physical risks, which require basic safety precautions Essential worker designation Fully-On Ground Physical Abilities
- The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job's essential functions.