Security & Safety Officer

The State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS Ohio) is seeking a Security & Safety Officer 1 to join its Security & Safety Department.

Established in 1920, STRS Ohio serves nearly 550,000 active, inactive, and retired public‑school teachers and university faculty, managing approximately $96.3 billion in assets and paying more than $7 billion in benefits annually.

Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits package including on‑site parking, educational assistance, subsidized medical insurance, fully paid dental and life insurance, vacation and sick leave, retirement benefits, and on‑site fitness center.

$20.62 – $23.20/ hr.

Friday‑Tuesday 11:00 pm – 7:00 am. Days off:
Wednesday and Thursday.

Under the direction of the Director, Administrative Services, provide security for STRS Ohio’s physical and intellectual property and personnel against harm from fire, theft, vandalism, illegal entry, or property damage. Maintain watch of facilities and equipment malfunction.

• Patrol building and grounds on foot or via golf‑cart type vehicle, including computer room and Discovery Park on an hourly basis.
• Routinely check doors and windows to ensure they are secured.
• Conduct surveillance of buildings and grounds through closed‑circuit television (CCTV) and other electronic systems.
• Watch for and report irregularities and hazards such as unlocked doors, property damage, or leaking pipes. Document issues on the daily log and complete an incident report and maintenance as needed.
• Sound alarms or respond to visual or auditory alarms as required. Confer with management when situations require immediate attention; call police and fire departments when necessary.
• Complete a daily shift tour report.
• Perform various inspections such as a weekly equipment inspection and a monthly fire extinguisher inspection. Provide documentation to Safety and Security Management.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One‑year experience in building security or safety and/or completion of approved coursework in security and safety preferred.
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, operation of protection systems (may require specialized training):
• Security alarm system and surveillance cameras
• Fire alarm and fire extinguishing equipment
• First aid, including CPR and AED
• Card key door control systems
• Incident reporting systems
• Ability to work with and preserve confidential information
• Above average oral and written communication skills to deal effectively in difficult or dangerous situations.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with internal and external contacts.
• Considerable standing, walking, bending, stair climbing, lifting and carrying 20 pounds or more.
• Ability to climb stairs and provide physical assistance during emergency evacuations.
• Excellent organizational skills and high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to operate Microsoft Office and standard office equipment.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Excellent work record of attendance and punctuality, with flexibility for occasional evening, weekend and non‑regular work hours.

State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, or caregiver status in making employment‑related decisions about an individual.