Security & Safety Officer 1

STRS Ohio, STRS

The State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS Ohio) is seeking aSecurity & Safety Officer 1 to join itsSecurity & Safety Department.

Established in 1920 and serving Ohio's educators, STRS Ohio is one of the nation's largest retirement systems serving over 500,000 active, inactive, and retired public-school teachers, and university faculty members, managing approximately $88 billion in assets, and paying more than $7 billion in benefits annually.

STRS Ohio provides a competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package including on-site parking, educational assistance, subsidized medical insurance, fully paid dental and life insurance, vacation and sick leave, retirement benefits and on-site fitness center. At STRS Ohio, you can experience rewarding work in a professional, business casual work environment. We welcome, celebrate, and promote respect for everyone. We are continually seeking bright and talented individuals to join our team.

Compensation:

$17.69/ hr.

Work Schedule:

3:00pm-11:00pm (Tuesday-Saturday). Days off: (Sunday & Monday)

General Summary:

Under the direction of the director, Administrative Services, provide security for State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio's (STRS Ohio) physical and intellectual property and personnel against harm from fire, theft, vandalism, illegal entry or property damage. Maintain watch of facilities and equipment malfunction.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Patrol building on an hourly basis.

• Routinely check doors and windows to determine they are secure.

• Conduct surveillance of buildings and grounds through closed circuit television (CCTV) and other electronic systems.

• Watch for and report, irregularities, and hazards, such as unlocked doors, property damage or leaking pipes. Report and issues on the daily log documenting the discrepancy and complete an incident report if needed.

• Sound alarms as required. Confer with management when situations require immediate attention; call police and fire departments when required.

• Complete a daily shift tour report.

• Perform various inspections such as the weekly equipment inspection and the monthly fire extinguisher inspection and provide the documentation to the immediate supervisor.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the persons so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision.

Summary of Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• One-year experience in building security or completion of approved course work in security and safety preferred.

• Knowledge of, or ability and willingness to learn operation of, protection systems; (may require specialized training):

  • Security alarm system and surveillance cameras

  • Fire alarm and fire extinguishing equipment

  • First aid, including CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and AED (Automatic External Defibrillator)

  • Card key door control systems

  • Self-defense

  • Incident reporting systems

• Ability to work with and preserve confidential information required.

• Above average oral and written communication skills required.

• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively with internal and external contacts required.

• Considerable standing, walking, bending, and lifting required.

• Ability to climb stairs and provide physical assistance in removing individuals during emergency evacuations and pursue and/or physically remove individuals intent on causing harm required.

• Ability to respond to visual and auditory alarms required.

• Above average organizational skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail required.

• Proven ability to operate Microsoft Office programs and standard office equipment required.

• Valid Ohio driver's license and a safe driving record required.

• Excellent work record of attendance, punctuality, and the ability to maintain a flexible work schedule to meet business needs. Occasional evening, weekend and non-regular work hours may be required.