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PAY RANGE - $22.86/hr - plus a comprehensive benefits package (32 HOURS/WEEK)

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Performs patrol, investigative, and related services to ensure the security, safety, and protection of employees, customers, and assets of the city; performs directly related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The principal function of an employee in this class is to ensure the security, safety, and protection of employees, customers, and assets of the city against injury, loss, or damage from any preventable cause. The work is performed under the supervision and direction of a supervisor but some leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, law enforcement personnel, and the public.

The principal duties of this class are performed both indoors and outdoors at assigned sites with exposure to inclement weather and unpredictable crisis situations.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL WORK:

• Patrols all assigned areas, monitors activity to identify violations, and takes appropriate actions, including rectifying the situation through a dialogue with all parties involved as warranted and/or notifying police when appropriate;
• Responds to calls and/or complaints from employees and customers, documenting statements, identifying unsafe or unlawful conditions, and taking appropriate action;
• Maintains a highly visible presence for the purpose of deterring crime;
• Maintains good public relations and provides an identifiable source for employees and customers to go to for assistance, guidance, protection, and service;
• Performs a daily activity of public relations through speaking with employees and customers and responding to their needs, as needed;
• Informs supervisors immediately of any situation which appears to be out of the ordinary;
• Performs security and safety checks, including performing building closing and opening procedures;
• Disposes of hazardous materials, including hypodermic needles, appropriately;
• Produces documentation, including taking photos, and gives testimony in open court, as necessary;
• Monitors facility security cameras;
• Provides support for Police Officers at the scene of an incident and remains aware of surroundings for other potential problems;
• Responds to alarms within respective facility;
• Maintains an awareness of any emergency situation including fires and natural disasters, and contacts the appropriate agency or City department;
• Completes thorough and accurate reports of all incidents and completes special reports for supervisors as requested;
• Maintains patience, tact, and mental clarity as appropriate in dealing with stressful situations;
• Provides guidance and demonstrations to new employees in similar positions;
• Keeps supervisors informed of work progress, issues, and potential solutions;
• Attends meetings and training to stay current on relevant practices and developments;
• Responds to citizen inquiries courteously and promptly;
• Coordinates regularly with others to enhance interdepartmental efficiency; and
• Performs additional duties as required by the classification.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Some knowledge of applicable local, State, and Federal laws;
• Some knowledge of current security practices and…