What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer - Part Time position at Western Reserve Academy?
Description
Western Reserve Academy is an independent private coed boarding school in Hudson, Ohio. Founded in 1826, our beautiful 190 acre-campus is conveniently located 30 minutes east of Cleveland. WRA’s safety team works 24/7 to ensure campus security for students and faculty.
Position Summary:
The Security Officer position provides campus-wide safety and security for personal, equipment, and real property.
Primary Responsibilities Include:· Patrol the campus on foot or in a vehicle to ensure personal, building, and equipment safety and security.
- Examine doors, windows, and gates to determine they are secure.
- Lock and unlock campus buildings daily at pre-determined times.
- Notify Deans Office and/or the Administrator on Duty (AOD) of any Student Rule Infractions.
- Note any infractions on shift reporting log.
- Provide escort service for visitors, students, faculty, and staff as needed.
- Watch for and report irregularities, such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes, security doors that won’t lock, and any other item requiring maintenance.
- Respond to fire alarm calls and assists fire department as required.
- Assist police as required.
- Perform nightly checks on all mechanical systems as well as nightly checks on all kitchen coolers and freezer equipment.
- Provide traffic and parking management as needed.
- Prepare Shift Reports for all shifts worked.
- Prepare Incident Reports as needed.
Secondary Responsibilities Include:· Special event set-up and coordination and other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or his/her designated representatives.
Requirements
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
- Ability to comprehend, carry out, and relay multiple verbal and written instructions.
- Current or retired military or law enforcement experience is strongly preferred.
- Ability to deal effectively with a wide range of individuals, in some instances under stressful, dangerous and/or emergency conditions.
- Must complete (or already have) certification in First Aid to include CPR, AED and Blood Borne Pathogens.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to stand. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is in outside weather conditions.
** This is a part time position. Must be able to work weekend, afternoon, and evening shifts.**