Facility Safety Specialist

General Statement of Duties

Nash County is seeking a competent Facility Safety Specialist to undertake the surveillance of our premises and protection of our staff and visitors. This position will be responsible for detecting any suspicious behavior and preventing vandalism, thefts or other criminal behavior. The Facility Safety Specialist must be well trained in surveillance and dealing with perpetrators. The ideal candidate will inspire respect and authority as well as possess keen observation skills, critical thinking skills, de-escalation skills and excellent communication skills. The goal is to assist the County in maintaining excellent working conditions by keeping our facilities safe and problem-free. This position will report to our Safety and Security Officer.

Work Schedule

The individual in this role will work in coordination with the Safety and Security Officer. The shift is typically, Monday through Friday 8:30am

• 5:30pm. Occasionally, 7:30am

• 4:30pm shift will be required. Flexibility is needed to accommodate building coverage for after-hours events.

Essential Duties and Tasks

• Monitor the flow of traffic at the entrance to the Administration Building, assisting staff and visitors through the detection system and consciously observing human behaviors

• Monitor the surveillance system cameras throughout the day, keeping an eye on the flow of pedestrians in the Administration Building as well as other County facilities with surveillance

• Keep thorough documentation of incidents including photographs and written accounts of witnesses

• Be knowledgeable of County policies and laws regarding public building and spaces and laws protecting citizens' rights around free speech and others that may be applicable in good decision making

• Be knowledgeable of all County offices and departments to ensure excellent customer service as the first point of contact for our staff and visitors to the Administration Building

• Stay abreast of the County's monthly calendar and public meetings scheduled within the facility to appropriately assist visitors in navigating the building

• Assist the Safety and Security Officer and the County's Safety Committee with planning and strategies that improve the overall safety and security of staff in all county locations

• Assist the Safety and Security Officer with the County's property and liability insurance claims as well as Workers' Compensation claims

• Respond to emergencies (medical or other) by calling emergency responders such as ambulance services, fire department or law enforcement as necessary

• Provide surveillance of the parking lot area and respond appropriately to any vehicular incidents or pedestrian altercations

• Make notes and notify appropriate personnel of any safety issues and facility repairs needed identified while on duty (e.g. unsafe stairs, broken windows, lights burned out, systems down, plumbing leaks, etc.)

• Perform CPR or first aid when needed

• Test security systems and other equipment on a regular basis

Knowledges, Skills and Abilities

Must be able to operate a computer and be proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Outlook and Excel.

Skill in collaborative conflict resolution.

Ability to interact and maintain effective working relations with employees, visitors and emergency response agencies.

Ability to act with sound judgement in routine and emergency situations.

Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.

Ability to use communication devices in a clear and concise manner.

Ability to think critically, problem-solve and make quick decisions.

Ability to interact with a diverse public, including all races, nationalities, economic levels, political affiliations, genders and more.

Possess a friendly disposition and excellent customer service skills.

Desirable Education and Experience

High School Diploma (or equivalent), basic security officer training; or other appropriate training. Preference will be given to candidates with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the security profession working with people and property.

Special Requirements

Must have a valid North Carolina Driver's License.

Must be CPR/AED certified or must be able to attain certification within 6 months of hire date.

INSURANCE PROGRAMS

Group Health Insurance

Nash County provides full time and part-time benefit eligible employees working 30 plus hours per week with Health Insurance coverage with the North Carolina State Health Plan

Included in each selection is:

• Preventative Care Coverage

• Prescription Coverage

• Chiropractic Coverage

Health Insurance may become effective for employees the first day of the month following employment.

Group Dental Insurance

Nash County provides full-time and part-time regular employees working 30 plus hours per week. Dental Insurance becomes effective for employees the first day of the month following the 30th day of employment.

Group Life Insurance

Nash County provides term Life Insurance for full-time and part-time regular employees working 30 or more hours per week.

Life insurance is paid for you by Nash County and pays your beneficiary one time your annual salary not to exceed $200,000 in the event of your death. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is also provided.

Life Insurance becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Voluntary supplemental term life insurance coverage for you, your spouse or your dependent children is also available - please see the Human Resources Department for more details.

Short Term Disability Insurance

Nash County provides active full-time regular employees working 30 plus hours per week the option to purchase Short Term Disability Insurance.

Short Term Disability Insurance may cover up to 70% of an employee's monthly salary with a maximum of $2,000 per month, in the event of an injury or illness, for up to 13 weeks.

FINANCIAL PROGRAMS

Retirement

Membership in the North Carolina Local Government Employees Retirement System is a requirement for all regular full-time and regular part-time employees. Employees contribute 6% of their annual compensation before it is taxed. If you leave County service before retirement, you may withdraw your retirement contributions or elect to freeze your contributions in anticipation of future local government employment. If you have 5 years of service, you are 100% vested in the NCLGERS.

NC401(k)

The NC401(k) supplemental retirement program is available to regular full-time and regular part-time employees. The County establishes this 401(k) account for each eligible employee and makes a 5% contribution based on monthly earnings. Employees may elect to make voluntary contributions through payroll deduction.

457 Deferred Compensation

The 457 Deferred Compensation program is available to regular full-time and regular part-time employees through payroll deduction. Deferred compensation is a voluntary investment plan to supplement retirement income and to defer taxable income.

Special Separation Allowance

The Separation Allowance is available to law enforcement officers between the ages of 55 and 62 years that are eligible and retire under the provisions of the NC Local Government Employees Retirement System.

125 Flexible Benefit Plan

Flexible Spending Account options are available to regular full-time and regular part-time employees who wish to use pre-tax dollars for eligible medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, and daycare expenses. The Flex Convenience Card program gives you instant access to your account funds.

• Health Care Spending Account -- Section 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible health care expenses.

• Dependent Care Spending Account -- Section 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible dependent care expenses.

Direct Deposit

Direct Deposit is a condition of employment for all employees. Deposit of your paycheck will be made to checking or savings accounts in a bank of your choice.

Credit Union

Local Government Federal Credit Union membership is available to all employees. Once you join, you can remain a member for as long as you choose. Immediate family members such as spouse, children, stepchildren, brothers, sisters, and parents can all become members.

Employees of both the Departments of Social Services and Public Health are eligible to join the State Employees Credit Union.

LEAVE PROGRAMS

Vacation Leave

For regular full-time County employees, vacation leave accrues based on length of service. Regular part-time employees accrue prorated vacation leave based on a percentage of the full-time benefit.

Sick Leave

For regular full-time County employees, sick leave accrues at 8.0 hours per month. Regular part-time employees accrue prorated sick leave based on a percentage of the full-time benefit. Your unused sick leave balance can be applied as creditable service toward a service retirement under the guidelines of the NCLGERS.

Holidays

The policy of the County is to follow the holiday schedule as published by the State of North Carolina each year.

The following holidays are observed:

• New Year's Day,

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,

• Good Friday,

• Memorial Day,

• Independence Day,

• Labor Day,

• Veteran's Day,

• Thanksgiving Day and the day after, and

• Three (3) days at Christmas.

Military Leave

Annual Training

• Reserves and National Guard

• Ten paid workdays per fiscal year.

Active Duty

• Reserves and National Guard

• Ten paid workdays upon activation.

Civil Leave

Paid leave is provided to full-time or regular part-time County employees called for jury duty or as a witness of the court for the federal or state government, or a subdivision thereof.

Family Medical Leave Act

Federal law provides job protection and continuation of existing paid health insurance during 12 weeks of leave, paid or unpaid, to an eligible employee for qualifying events. These events can include birth or adoption, and serious illness of an immediate family member, or of the employee.

OTHER PROGRAMS

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Employee Assistance Program is open to all employees and their dependents. It is a confidential service provided at no cost to the employees of the County. EAP provides certified counselors who administer assessment and brief therapy to employees who want help with a variety of personal and work-related issues such as stress, parenting concerns, grief, alcohol/drug use, family problems, financial concerns, and work-related problems.

Wellness Center and Telemedicine

We believe that staying healthy is inclusive of exercising regularly and taking care of your physical body. Nash County has a Wellness Center, which consists of various exercise equipment and videos, open to all full and part-time employees.

All full-time employees also have access to telemedicine through Teladoc. Teladoc treats conditions like allergies, sore throats, asthma, and more. Doctors are available by phone or video 24/7 from wherever you are. They are available to diagnose symptoms and send a prescription if needed.

NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES

The benefits offered by Nash County are subject to change. In the event there is a conflict between the above contents and Nash County policies and/or a State or Federal statute, the policy/statute shall control. Plan documents will govern benefits plans should there be a conflict with this information. They are not held out to any employee as part of any contractual agreement. Benefits, policies, and procedures are subject to change or termination at any time.

Information provided on this site is for informational purposes only. Actual provisions of each plan will be provided on the certificate of coverage as part of the Summary Plan description.

Nash County is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Provider

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs).

Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA's Target Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint filing cust.html and any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form.

To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:

1. mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

1400 Independence Avenue, SW

Washington, D.C. 20250-9410;

2. fax: (202) 690-7442; or

3. email: program.intake@usda.gov

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

01

Which best describes your level of education?

• No GED and no High School Diploma

• GED or High School Diploma

• Some college

• Associates Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Doctorate's Degree

02

Have you completed the Basic Security Officer training?

• Yes

• No

03

Are you currently CPR/AED certified?

• Yes

• No

04

How many years of experience do you have in the security profession?

• No experience
• 0-1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-5 years
• 5+ years

05

How many years experience do you have in surveillance and detection systems?

• No experience
• 0-1 Year
• 1-2 Years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-5 Years
• 5+ Years

06

How many years experience do you have in Incident Reporting?

• No experience
• 0-1 Year
• 1-2 Years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-5 Years
• 5+ Years

07

Do you have a valid NC drivers license?

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Agency Nash County

Address 120 W. Washington Street

Nashville, North Carolina, 27856

Phone 252-459-9853

Website http://www.nashcountync.gov