Security Officer - Library

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK

SALARY: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour

MINIMUM AGE: 18 years of age

HOURS OF WORK:

Must be available a minimum of 15 hours per week. Will be required to work evenings, weekends and some daytime hours.This is a year-round position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation)

• Provides internal and perimeter security for the main library or a branch library.

• Stands in assigned area and patrols frequently on foot.

• Monitors and responds to disruptive and unauthorized activities, including excessive noise, loitering, theft, and destruction of library property.

• Opens and/or secures facility at closing.

• Works under the general direction of a supervisor in charge of the library facility.

• Performs related functions as assigned.

• Ability to demonstrate regular and predictable attendance as scheduled.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated personal character, temperament and judgment to effectively respond to incidents directly, or report them to police or other authority as appropriate.

• Strong verbal skills, customer service orientation and the ability to interact with the library patrons, (including young children, adolescents and teens) in a respectful, yet firm manner.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, to learn assigned tasks, and to apply rules appropriately and consistently.

• Ability to prepare written reports and records, including maintenance of a daily logbook.

• Must be able to engage in frequent standing and patrolling on foot.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING/LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

• High school graduation or GED certificate required.

• Prior security-related public contact experience preferred.

• Must have valid State of Michigan driver's license with a good driving record.

• Bilingual ability is helpful.

POST EMPLOYMENT OFFER REQUIREMENTS:

Satisfactory completion of criminal history, physical, and a drug screen that tests for illegal drugs as defined by the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act but not those legalized under Michigan law.