Lead Campus Security Officer

The Lead Campus Security Officer supports the Director of Safety and Security in maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming campus environment. This position assists with daily security operations, works with contracted security personnel, coordinates emergency preparedness activities, monitors campus safety initiative, serves as a liaison with campus departments and local public safety agencies. This position possess strong leadership and integrity, excellent interpersonal skills, professional judgment, customer service oriented, organized and detail-oriented, ability to work independently, team-focused, and commitment creating a safe and welcoming campus environment.(Note: The following examples of work as listed in this job description are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the classification. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)

•Assist the Director in the daily operation of the Campus Safety and Security Department.
•Help oversee and evaluate the performance of the contracted security company.
•Conduct routine inspections and patrols of campus facilities and grounds.
•Ensure security incidents are documented accurately and followed through to completion.
•Document performance concerns the contracted security patrols and communicate them to the Director.
•Verify contract compliance and recommend service improvements.
•Assist in the administration and daily operation of the AppArmor mass notification system.
•Learn and maintain proficiency in all campus safety and security software, communication platforms, and technology systems.
•Assist with cameras and access control systems.
•Maintain a visible presence throughout campus to foster positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
•Respond to emergencies, disturbances, medical incidents, and safety concerns.
•Assist in maintaining emergency equipment and safety resources.
•Coordinate service requests for security equipment.
•Assist with policy development and standard operating procedures.
•Help prepare reports, track security trends-recommend improvements.
•Serve on the behavioral intervention team and campus safety committee.
•Responsible for working outside of normal college working hours, including evenings and weekends.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.)KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, vendors, department officials, faculty and staff. Ability to express facts and ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to display skills in the use of de-escalation and interdiction techniques. Ability to constantly scan environment and consider multiple scenarios before appropriately responding. Ability to be physically and mentally prepared to respond in an emergency or potentially dangerous situation.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma; preferred associate’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution. Five years of law enforcement or patrol experience, with supervisory experience preferred. Must hold a valid Driver’s License.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).
Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid).
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force as frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Climbing, crawling, running, scaling, crouching, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, carrying, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, stooping, standing, talking, and walking.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Employees in this position work in a frequently alternating indoor office environment and outdoor movement with the ability to tolerate inclement weather including heat, humidity and cold.

(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)Florida Gateway College affirms its Equal Access/Equal Opportunity Policy in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and rules.   The College reaffirms its commitment to provide equal access and equal opportunity for all programs, services, and activities offered by the College, without discrimination.   Discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, religion, disability, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status against a student, employee, or applicant is prohibited. The Civil Rights and Compliance Officer (CRCO) for the College is Cassie Buckles, Associate Vice President of Human Resources, 149 SE College Place, Lake City, FL  32025.  If you have any questions or desire any information, call 386.754.4313.