What are the responsibilities and job description for the Campus Security Officer position at Northeast Iowa Community College?
Provides security for faculty, staff, students, and visitors within an assigned area of the college campus. Provides escort services, and other basic public assistance services as needed, and performs routine security and public safety patrol duties within the assigned area. Remains alert to emergency situations and provides first-line response, emergency management, and/or referral if required.
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain security and safety of people and property on campus by patrolling buildings, common areas, and parking lots.
Watches for and reports irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations; contacts emergency responders, such as police, fire, and /or ambulance personnel, as necessary.
Remains alert for the presence of unauthorized persons and/or security code violators; approaches suspicious persons and/or notifies police as appropriate.
Provides escort services for visitors, students, staff, and faculty, as necessary; provides. Acts as a point of contact for assistance on campus related to auto accidents, lockouts, disabled vehicles, flat tires, and other routine information.
Work cooperatively with maintenance and other college personnel.
Close campus facilities including security checks on interior and exterior doors.
Provide monthly checks on emergency supplies, AEDs, emergency eye wash stations and showers, fire extinguishers and emergency lights in all buildings.
Establish a relationship and maintain open communication with local law enforcement personnel .
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Experience in law enforcement, security and emergency procedures, and safety plans and precautions required.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Essential Functions
Maintain a log of interventions and incidents, during assigned duty time. Complete incidents reports as required.
Maintain active and timely communication with NICC administrative personnel regarding campus incidents and security issues.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Ability to relate to persons of all ages. Effective communication skills. Knowledge and ability to handle emergency situations calmly and with proficiency. Ability to work cooperatively with campus personnel and follow established protocol as well as college policies and procedures.