Job DescriptionDepartment:Campus Security - JMPay Rate Type:HourlyEmployee Type:Job Summary:The reserve security officer will provide personal safety and security services for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The reserve security officer will be expected to respond to calls for service in a timely and professional manner, support and enforce College policies, and work effectively as a member of the security staff and as a member of a diverse community. Must be available nights and weekends. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.

Reserve Security Officer

Office of Security

Part-Time, Temporary, Non-Exempt, Hourly Staff Appointment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct patrols on foot and in security vehicle
• Secure buildings and respond to intrusion alarms and fire alarms
• Maintain an alertness for suspicious activities
• Perform walk-throughs of academic buildings, administrative buildings, and residence halls
• Deal with various levels of incidents as necessary
• Enforce College policies and complete necessary reports and paperwork
• Enforce traffic and parking regulations
• Provide informational assistance and promote good public relations
• Investigate assigned cases
• Participate in on-the-job training
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions
• Provide crowd control functions at concerts, athletic, social, and special events
• Pickup and deliver deposits and withdrawals to the bank and hospital
• Transport students to and from the Health Center, Training Room, hospital, and doctor’s offices as necessary
• Attend judicial hearings as required
• Display exemplary customer service skills and ensure positive interactions with the community
• Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; professional coursework or post-secondary education are a plus
• Additional training, certifications or related experience in RADS, First Aid and CPR, First Responders, Investigation, Conflict Resolution, Law Enforcement and Security Officers Training Academy preferred
• Campus security experience preferred
• Must present a neat, clean, and professional image
• Well-developed public relations skills; be able to perform duties in a flexible, non-confrontational environment; work with members of a diverse community; and utilize diplomacy and tact in dealing with sensitive situations
• Ability to work independently and walk and stand for long periods of time
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with the ability to complete clear, concise, and accurate incident reports and other documentation
• Computer proficiency, experience with data entry and word processing, specifically with Google Drive, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Effectively operate a variety of equipment including portable radios, computers, closed circuit and access control systems
• Proven ability to utilize discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Valid driver’s license required and must meet Colby’s Fleet Safety Policy requirements

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Reporting to the assistant director of security, this position has significant interactions with faculty, staff, students, visitors, and other outside constituencies.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to perform the essential functions.

General open office and campus environment. Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary; walking, climbing stairs, standing, bending, and twisting is required. Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Occasional lifting is required. Computer usage involving repetitive hand/wrist motion is also necessary and CCTV monitoring. This position is for overnights and weekends.

TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the "Apply" button on the Colby College website. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information of three professional references. Materials should be addressed to:

Reserve Security Officer - Search Committee
Office of Human Resources
Colby College
5500 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME 04901-8855