Security Officer

Overview

The Facility Services department is seeking multiple Security Officers to work in various Hennepin County locations. Security Officers work in a variety of assignments to provide a safe and secure environment for all Hennepin County employees and customers. Candidates will go through a paid, extensive training program before they are assigned to their respective locations; training continues once they are assigned.

The salary range for these positions is $58,240.00 – $80,184.00. Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information, visit the employee referral program. Find us at upcoming career fairs.

Location and hours: These positions are located at various Hennepin County owned and leased locations. Work hours will vary from Sunday through Saturday. Hennepin County provides a shift differential of $1.00 per hour for nights and weekends and a generous annual uniform allowance including body armor, footwear, and equipment. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis.

Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.

• Provide a safe and secure environment for all employees and customers.
• Provide emergency response in county facilities for all hazards, including emergency medical care and crisis response.
• Establish and maintain order among employees and visitors; physically control/restrain uncooperative individuals when necessary.
• Operate electronic and physical security systems, and complete required reports and logs.
• Perform point of entry screening and checkpoint control, including searching persons and property.
• Provide front line customer service under difficult circumstances to the public and employees.
• Maintain current knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures affecting security operations; participate in the evaluation and implementation of security related procedures for assigned facility.

Need To Have

• Two years or more of college or technical college coursework in a criminal justice field (e.g., police science, law enforcement, corrections, and/or security management), or
• A combination of related work experience and/or education to equal two years. Related experience includes military, police, law enforcement, corrections, or industrial / proprietary / contract security, customer/guest service, education, medical field, sales, non-profit/community engagement, and/or coach/referee.

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• Ability to successfully complete prescribed training during probationary period; attain and maintain Emergency Medical Responder or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certifications as required by the Minnesota Emergency Medical Standards and Regulatory Board (MN EMSRB).
• Availability to work a fixed, seniority bid schedule including days, weekends, evenings, and overnights.

Nice To Have

• A valid driver2s license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver2s permit.
• Certification in Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)/Barbara Schneider.
• Experience with computer programs such as access control, alarm monitoring, computer aided dispatch, database programs, email, or incident report management; de-escalation experience with clients, customers, or members of the public.
• Ability to prepare well-written, detailed incident reports; communicate effectively in stressful circumstances.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, Word), report management, and CCTV system software.

The Hennepin County Facility Services Department provides a full range of facility services for county programs and services, including identifying capital needs, managing projects to construct or refurbish buildings, operating and maintaining buildings, and protecting employees, contacts, and property.

Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work to improve health, safety, and quality of life for residents and communities. Our mission is to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities and inequities, and our vision is a community where all people are healthy, valued, and thriving. We offer competitive benefits, meaningful work, and opportunities to grow.

Learn more at The Bridge (guest access). Hennepin County is committed to diversity and eliminating disparities in providing excellent service. Your future. Made here.

This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies. Watch this video for application best practices and tips. Invitations to interview will be based on education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check.

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