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Company: Allied Universal
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programs, and hands-on studio art classes. Summary The Art Center seeks a Part-Time Security Officer to safeguard and protect all assets, personnel, students, visitors, and guests. Concurrent with ensuring a safe environment, this position provides excellent internal and external customer service.
Essential Functions Protection of assets, personnel, and visitors Provides security for galleries, public spaces, studios, meeting rooms, offices, storage areas, traffic corridors. Is vigilant to maintain situational awareness at all times to mitigate vulnerabilities, and prevent persons from removing, vandalizing, stealing, or destroying work of art or other museum property. Maintains current
knowledge of museum exhibitions and related security considerations for all galleries. Observes artwork and galleries in assigned area of responsibility for condition changes of any kind; promptly reports inconsistencies and potentially harmful conditions such as environmental effects (water leak, humidity, temperature, condensation, etc.
) to the Director of Security or Security Supervisor. Understands and executes Security's standard operating procedures and special orders. Response to emergency calls for assistance administers first aid and records details of visitor incidents as needed. Internal and external customer service Respectfully remind/inform visitors of rules, regulations,
and proper conduct while in the museum Generate excitement about and interest in the Art Center by providing visitors information on the Art Center, its programs, and activities.
Uphold the Art Center's commitment to inclusivity and accessibility. Maintains a team-oriented attitude Other Responsibilities Attends meetings and training programs to maintain current knowledge of Art Center programs and policies. Act in ways that reflect favorably on the Art Center and maintains professional standards in the quality of performance and demonstration of concern for the Art Center's collection, programs, and facilities. Adheres to Des Moines Art Center Code of Ethics, Employee Handbook, and other organizational policies.
Qualifications Dependability, flexibility, and adaptability, in a dynamically moving and event-driven environment Ability to exercise good judgment in carrying out established policies and procedures for security and safety of people, artwork and museum facilities in a consistent manner. Ability to understand and effectively communicate verbally, and with appropriate body language. Some training in security and/or safety is preferred. Must be 18 years of age or older. Decision Making Participates in day-to-day decision making within established security procedures and organizational policies, utilizing good judgment in evolving situations, always with a customer-focused mindset.
Reporting/Contacts This position reports to the Director of Security and has frequent contact with peers and supervisors in security, maintenance, installations, education, visitor experience, museum shop, and curatorial departments. Security Officers are in constant contact with museum visitors, docent volunteers, and students of all ages. Special Considerations Most often, work is inside, in a climate-controlled environment with light background noise.
Shift times may vary to meet the museum's requirement to staff the facilities during open hours and to staff private events. Work requires long periods of sustained standing. Approximately 95% of the time is spent standing or moving around work areas. Balance of times (approximately 5%) is spent seated. Speaking/Hearing: Clear dictation is required for activities which demand detailed or important instructions spoken to others accurately, clearly, or quickly. Adequate hearing is necessary for effective communication with visitors. Vision: Corrected vision close to 20/20 is necessary to inspect artwork and gallery conditions.
Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling: The ability to lift and carry weights that may exceed 20 pounds. Stooping/Kneeling: The ability to stoop and kneel is necessary for performing inspections. Reaching/Handling: Good manual dexterity is necessary for radio use and handling of keys and doors. To be considered for this position, you must be available to work during the following times: Thursday evenings (4 9 pm), Saturdays (10 am 4 pm), and Sundays (12 4 pm). Position requires 15 20 hours per week. Starting wage negotiable based on skill and experience. This position will remain open until filled. 0
SUMMARY Performs routine security duties in providing a safe environment for the entire Loras Community and its visitors, as well as maintaining the security of all College facilities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) Patrols campus, making random checks of Residence halls, parking lots, and all other campus buildings to ensure facilities and grounds are secure, safe, and well monitored. Questions individuals
who act suspiciously or who have no identifiable purpose on campus and monitors the usage of facilities by authorized persons only. Reports all duties, including break periods, for entry into the security log and submits incident reports regarding involvement or knowledge of a major campus incident or a case of student misconduct in an accurate, complete and timely manner.
Carries communication unit and flashlight while performing duties. Watches for vandals, prowlers, fire, water leaks, or other unusual occurrences which may lead to loss or damage to property or equipment. Issues traffic/parking citations to violators. Escorts individuals upon request. Assists individuals on campus requiring
security services in a courteous manner. Assists the police or fire departments in any serious on-campus incident in a professional manner.
Works special events as scheduled or performs " walk through" patrol during regularly scheduled shifts for events not requiring a special duty officer. Security functions are conducted in accordance with established College policies, procedures, and related legal requirements. Immediately informs their supervisor and/or administration of activities deemed serious or in the event of an emergency. Provides break relief for staff at the information desk which requires excellent communication skills both by phone and in person.
Supports the mission and vision of the College and respects the College's Catholic tradition. Performs related duties as assigned. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others. Communication, Oral and written - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word and in writing. Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation. Empathetic - Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of others.
Honesty/Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous. Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct. Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative. Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).
Experience: Two to four years related experience. SKILLS & ABILITIES Certificates & Licenses: Must become certified in CPR and AED. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to pass police records check. Other Requirements: Skilled in the use of a personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of security equipment and devices. Understanding of related legal requirements. Understanding of College security needs and systems. Knowledge of the procedures involved in buildings and grounds security work. Knowledge of the Loras student handbook and student right to privacy act (Buckley).
Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with students, college personnel and the public. Persistent and able to work in stressful situations. Attentive to detail. Ability to assist others. Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.
