This position is advertised from the minimum hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time of offer.
NATURE OF WORK
Under minimal supervision, performs work of routine difficulty in monitoring and securing assigned premises as well as identify risks to staff and patrons; this position has department specific responsibility.
(Illustrative Only) Provides the safety, accountability, health and welfare of employees, customers and the public; monitors the safety and security of premises to prevent theft, property damages, violence or infractions of rules; monitor and reviews security cameras for any suspicious activities or safety discrepancies. Manages security camera storage and responds to security footage request from authorized county personnel and law enforcement; monitors and authorizes entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises; conducts periodic interior and exterior security/safety tours of the premises to ensure the health and safety of employees and customers and to identify possible safety hazards in the workplace; thoroughly examines and inspects interior and exterior doors to ensure proper function and security; maintains records and writes reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons or unusual occurrences; responsible for access control to department facilities including proxy card requests, key control, security cameras and building security; assist the safety division with maintaining and updating department emergency response plans and procedures; mitigates disturbances, responds to requests for security, duress alarms, threats, assaults, emergency evacuations, and other situations that require security or medical attention and takes appropriate action; warns persons of rule infractions or violations; notifies police or fire departments in case of emergency, such as fire or presence of unauthorized persons; circulate among visitors, patrons, and employees to preserve order and protect property; conducts quarterly testing of panic buttons and security alarm systems; assists with providing training on security/safety procedures; assists the safety division in safety data collection in order to monitor and update the County’s safety and security programs; assist with the radio organization, operations, inventory and procedures; ensures a safe passage for the public, elected officials, and candidates for office on their way to and from voting stations; to ensure a safety environment during elections is not breached and responsible for the security of voting materials from theft or misuse; provides excellent customer services to staff and voters; to ensure that voters and other guests remain in their designated area and do not cross barriers which leads to un-authorized areas; ensures that customers entering the building behave in a professional manner so as not to breach the secrecy of vote; answer telephone calls to take messages, answer questions, and provide information during business hours, if applicable; assists with any evacuation procedures in the event of an emergency; answers alarms and investigates disturbances; maintains high standards of confidentiality regarding employee information; provides assistance as needed to Safety Compliance Officer and Human Resources Director; performs routine clerical duties; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; and thirty (30) semester hours of college course work; AND three (3) years of security, law enforcement, public safety or customer-intensive public service experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; obtain certification as Basic Life Safety and CPR/AED provider within six (6) months of employment; must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license; requires successful completion of a background check.
Hourly rate for this position has been revised effective 07/07/24.
Knowledge of: County policies and procedures; public safety and security; customer and personal service; laws, legal codes and government regulations; administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
Skill in: Effectively communicating with individuals of various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds; creating and maintaining reports, spreadsheets, and files; analyzing situations, detecting problems, and documenting atypical occurrences; responding to emergencies and stressful situations calmly, quickly, and decisively; report preparation and record keeping; reading comprehension and active listening; adapting quickly to changes in procedures and conditions; and to interruptions which disrupt the workflow; ensuring accuracy and completeness of records; reading and interpreting documents; analyzing and evaluating administrative needs, identifying problems, and developing feasible solutions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, local, State, and Federal agencies, and the public; effectively speaking and interacting with others.
Ability to: Identify problem sensitivity and selective attention; maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public; effectively communicate effectively verbally and in writing; lift fifty (50) pounds, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, stand, and walk over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces; perform other body movements consistent with the job responsibilities and work outdoors exposed to extreme climate; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 20% walking and 60% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under extreme likelihood of verbal abuse from hostile and frustrated customers.
EOE/AA/ADAAA/M/F/V/D DRUG FREE WORKPLACE