Facility Security Officer

Conduct specialized screening at screening points for all persons and vehicles, packages, and mail entering secured county facilities according to operating procedures. Assist in the placement and removal of items on screening equipment. Test equipment daily to ensure proper operation. Provide escort services (i.e., housekeepers, contractors, parking facility attendants, handicap individuals, etc.).

Conducts investigations and prepare incident reports on accidents, complaints, vandalism, thefts, and safety issues. Assist in building emergencies (i.e., fire, tornado, bomb, evaluations, etc.). Collect, record, and enter security data into designated computer programs.

Conduct interior and perimeter security checks at county facilities that include the opening and closing of facilities. Perform added tasks as ordered by supervision.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, agency policy and procedures, and public relations. Have skill in equipment operation (security equipment operation, motorized vehicle, short-wave radio, first aid, firefighting), Ability to reason and deal with variety of variables in somewhat unfamiliar context. Ability to complete routine forms and prepare meaningful, concise, and accurate reports. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability for interpersonal work in isolation and work alone on most tasks.

Unusual Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended or intermittent periods of time.

Sheriff’s Office Core Competencies

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  Commitment to Organizational Culture: Works with intention to support and promote organizational culture, transforms operational philosophy into action. Emphasizes service, collaboration, and integrity.
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  Emotional Intelligence: Self-awareness, expressiveness, empathy, authenticity, sympathy, emotional connection with others to create trust.
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  Integrity and Credibility: Walks the talk, knows what’s right and does it. Effectively applies values and principles in specific situations. Encourages others to behave with integrity.
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  Teamwork and Cooperation: Crossing boundaries, coordinating groups, makes effective use of all available talent, focused on serving the public together.