Security Officer Part Time-Overnights

Security Officer Part Time; Tuesday - FridayTERMS OF EMPLOYMENTLength of position: 12 months, year round continuous Hours: 3rd shiftTues. 10 pm to 5 am - Wed., Wed. 11 pm to 5 am - Thur., Thur. 11 pm to 5 am - Fri., Fri. 11 pm to 5 am - Sat.SummaryPerforms routine security enforcement work including patrolling grounds; manning security booth; monitoring visitors; checking visitors into campus using Raptor system; inspecting and safeguarding buildings, property, and equipment; and directing traffic. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.Essential FunctionsGreets and issues visitor passes and contacts departments for visitor authorization Patrolling grounds, watching for unauthorized entries to campus, documenting staff working after hours, and walking through residential and student buildingsDirects traffic, issues citations, places and pick up directional signs for events Responds to emergencies including fire alarms, medical emergencies, crisis events, elevator emergencies, and various alarm systemsGeneral security tasks related to special eventsDocuments incident reports and logs daily activitiesOperates communication and security equipment including: security transportation vehicles, phone, security camera system, fire alarm system, elevator system, computer email, computer reports, and TSD master calendarOther duties as assignedQualifications RequiredHigh school diploma or equivalentSix months of experience in security or law enforcement, Risk Management or Loss PreventionSign Language: The applicant does not need to have sign language skills at hire but are eligible to participate in sign language classes offered at TSD until reaching a level of INTERMEDIATE as evaluated on the Signed Communication Proficiency Inventory. Sign Language classes are available free of charge to employees.Qualifications DesiredProficient signed communications skillsTraining by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer’s Standards and Education Certification in CPR, First Aid, water safetyPrior work experience with children in a school or related environment Experience in security for a State of Texas agency or in a public schoolKnowledge, Skills And Abilities/AttributesInstructional Knowledge— knowledge of content; instructional methodologies, classroom managementProblem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.Effective Communication—the individual must be able to appropriately communicate with colleagues, students, parents, families, administrators, supervisors, and the public.Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, and develops realistic action plans.Quality control—the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.Safety and security—the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly. SUPERVISORChief School Safety OfficerMilitary Occupation Specialty (mos) CodeSecurity Officer IV - 6234For equivalent MOS code go to pg 3 of http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PublicSafety.pdIt is the Texas School for the Deaf’s (TSD) policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. TSD expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Retaliation against individuals who oppose unlawful discrimination or participate in an employment discrimination proceeding is also prohibited. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, training, wages, and benefits. In addition to federal law requirements, TSD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.