Security Monitor

Job Title: Security Monitor

Department: Administration

Reports to: Executive Administrative Assistant

Supervises: N/A

Employment Status: Regular Part-Time (20 – 30 hours per week)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary: $17.50 – $18.50

We are seeking an individual that has an interest in safeguarding property and providing security for the wellbeing of residents. In this position, you will prevent theft, violence, and infraction of rules by maintaining a high visible presence and preventing all illegal or inappropriate actions. This is accomplished by being a reliable, professional security monitor and by patrolling and monitoring our premises.

You must detect, deter, observe, and report all issues to increase overall safety in our facility.

• Monitor LBHA’s property and maintain a safe and secure environment
• Watch for signs of crime or disorder and investigate disturbances
• Act lawfully in direct defense of life or property at all times
• Act as a consistent presence to deter criminals
• Request violators of rules and regulations to vacate premises
• Report any suspicious or unusual occurrences to proper authorities and Management
• Patrol premises randomly and regularly, including buildings and perimeter
• Monitor and control access of building entrances
• Sign resident guests in and out using proper sign in/out Housing Authority forms
• Visually inspect window bars, doors, locks and other fixtures to ensure they are secure, properly locked, and not tampered with to prevent theft or unlawful entry
• Monitor alarm systems and video cameras
• Obtain help by alerting Police Department or Management when necessary
• Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities
• Clock in and out at the beginning and end of each shift; if the system is down and you cannot punch in or out, submit a paper timesheet with accurate times the next business day for Supervisor signature

• High school degree or equivalent
• Working knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols
• Ability to comply with all laws and LBHA policies, rules and regulations
• Keen surveillance skills and detail orientation
• Integrity, professionalism, and character beyond reproach
• Possession of a valid driver's license in New Jersey when required for vehicle operation
• English reading, writing, speaking, understanding, and communicating sufficient to perform duties;
  American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered acceptable forms of communication
• Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions
• Ability to learn quickly from oral and written explanations and demonstrations
• Ability to work harmoniously with associates and others; courteous and efficient responses in all situations
• Ability to utilize various electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency
• Responsible for written reports of unusual or extraordinary circumstances regarding the property or residents on Housing Authority forms

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Ability to read a limited number of two and three syllable words and basic numbers. Ability to speak simple sentences.

Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and to multiply and divide with tens and hundreds. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money, weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Requires frequent standing, stretching, bending, stooping, squatting, walking, pushing and pulling, and lifting of objects weighing up to 35 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions while performing duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pursuant to “New Jersey First Act,” N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (P.L. 2011, Chapter 70), effective September 1 2011 all newly hired employees of State and local government must reside in the State of New Jersey, unless exempted under the law. If you do not reside in New Jersey, you have one year after the date of hire to relocate your residence to New Jersey. If you do not do so you are subject to removal from your office, position or employment.