Corecivic - correctional security officer - must have ged or equivalent | Douglas, GA

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Police and Safety Department by maintaining a pleasant and professional demeanor with students, employees, and visitors Patrols campus grounds and buildings, checking doors, windows, and gates to ensure that they are secured. In addition, watches for any signs of fire or safety hazards Monitors and responds to fire alarms, and checks fire extinguishers Contributes to overall safety and security of students and employees by maintaining a uniformed presence and requesting police assistance when needed Gives directions, renders assistance, and provides information as requested Renders motorist services in the form of jump-starts, assisting in tire changes, and the calling of wreckers as requested

Responds to incidents requiring documentation after hours, including but not limited to: stuck elevators, minor medical calls, maintenance emergencies, and fire alarms Provides walking escorts for any person who requests one from building to building, or to and from parking lots Responds to low-risk calls for service to backss scene and determine the need for police, fire, or EMS response Responds to maintenance emergencies (plumbing, power outage, etc.

) after hours to document incident and protect university property until Plant Operations responds Locks/unlocks doors as needed on a regular schedule, and as requested by community members Works fixed-post positions or reception desks

to provide security for buildings, and special events, as needed Assists FVSU police officers as directed within the scope of their ability to do so Enforces city and university regulations of a non-law enforcement nature (parking, smoking, etc.

) Makes written reports regarding suspicious activity, safety hazards, etc. Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum: High School Education or GED required Valid Georgia driver's license and meet driving record criteria established by the Department Prior security experience in an educational, medical, or corporate environment is desirable Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent decision-making skills and the ability to think and act quickly Preferred: Security experience in an educational, medical, or corporate environment Experience working on a college campus Knowledge, And Skills Required By The Position Ability to work in conjunction with the community in the furtherance of institutional goals, preferably in an educational environment Ability to exercise self-restraint and maintain composure under pressure or adverse conditions required.

Ability to operate with limited supervision and maintain efficient, self-directed job functions necessary. Ability to make sound decisions based on good judgment on a frequent basis Skilled in conflict resolution and avoidance, and have exemplary public relations skills Working conditions: Work is performed primarily out-of-doors, and may require exposure to extreme weather conditions Has potential for exposure to potentially dangerous interpersonal situations, necessitating the observance of appropriate safety precautions Requires weekend, holiday, and shift work Must fully understand the role of a non-sworn guard in a support role to the FVSU police unit and know when to summon police assistance or fire/EMS help Physical requirements: Job may be physically demanding at times and may require physical exertion including bending, reaching, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, etc.

Requires long periods of walking, standing, and sitting Requires the ability to defend oneself or a member of the community in exigent circumstances Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled. Job Posted by Applicant Pro