Security Guard

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Specific duties listed may not be required for all positions within this classification but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position.

Works at the direction of the Police Chief in security and ancillary positions to handle traditionally low risk situations, duties, and calls for service.

Answers telephone, takes and relays messages, and/or locates appropriate on-call personnel and dispatches service crew.

Responds to requests and complaints from law enforcement agencies and the general public concerning roadways, streetlights, traffic lights, and related problems.

Patrols assigned areas for parking violations and marks tires/issues citations for parking violations; authorizes towing of illegally parked or abandoned vehicles consistent with city ordinances; attends parking court.

Researches code numbers; prepares and distributes work orders.

Operates a pickup truck to patrol compound and locking/unlocking gates.

Take written reports as needed documenting incidents that occur on, or related to, City of Tuscaloosa property or government; maintains daily log of activity and patrols.

Open and secures buildings for authorized entries

Utilize computers and computer related equipment, including but not limited to emails and Word documents.

Patrols city and other governmental buildings and property as instructed, by foot and vehicle, looking for security issues; responds to various departments as needed.

Monitors compliance by employees and visitors of policies and procedures regarding security of municipal buildings and laws pertaining to public order, security and safety of citizens and employees.

Participate in training programs as directed, pertaining to security procedures and policies.

Monitor feed from surveillance cameras and acquire the operational ability to record and play back camera feeds.

Communicate with municipal elected officials, employees and private citizens on a daily basis in a professional and polite manner.

Liaison with police officers on issues pertaining to the safety and security of persons on municipal property; assists police as appropriate and directed.

Assists vendors and other third parties with access to areas and other help as appropriate.

Maintains records and communicates information to other personnel using communications and computer equipment.

Investigates malfunctions observed or reported, including problems of temperature, lighting, open windows or security and contacts appropriate department to correct the malfunctions.

Identifies building maintenance needs not requiring prompt attention and submits work orders to correct.

Patrols and monitors activities in assigned parks and designated park facilities to enforce established rules, regulations and City codes and ordinances; reports and cites parking and other city ordinance violations.

Opens and secures parks and recreation facilities, amenities, etc. for participant use.

Inspects park grounds, centers, and facilities prior to rentals and permits to ensure it is clean, stocked, and landscaped. Notifies appropriate personnel if custodial services, maintenance, and/or landscaping are needed.

Inspects park grounds, centers, and facilities within 24 hours after conclusion of rental or permit to check for trash and/or damage.

Performs general public relations by making contact with the public as they utilize the facilities, centers, and parks; verifies reservations and/or permits.

Inspects, documents, and reports maintenance issues related to…