Security Officer
Company: Hennepin County
Location: Duluth
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
DescriptionHennepin County's Facility Services department is
seeking multiple Security Officers to work in various county
locations. Security Officers work in a variety of assignments to
provide a safe and secure environment for all Hennepin County
employees and customers. Candidates will go through a paid
extensive training program before they are assigned to their
respective locations; training continues oncethey are assigned.The
starting salary range for this position is $52,000.00
$62,113.48.Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate
hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500
referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral
program.About these positions:These are full-time benefit earning
positions. Hennepin County also provides a shift differential of
$1.00 per hour for nights and weekends and a generous annual
uniform allowance including body armor, footwear and
equipment.These positions are internally classified as a Security
Officer.Click here to view the job classification
specification.Location and hours:These positions are located at
various Hennepin County owned and leased locations. Work hours will
vary, from Sunday through Saturday. Must have availability to work
a fixed, seniority bid schedule including days, weekends, evenings,
and overnights.In these positions, you will:Provide a safe and
secure environment for all employees and customers.Provide
emergency response in county facilities for all hazards, including
emergency medical care and crisis response.Establish and maintain
order among employees and visitors; physically control/restrain
uncooperative individuals when necessary.Operate electronic and
physical security systems, and complete required reports and
logs.Perform point of entry screening and checkpoint control,
including searching persons and property.Provide front line
customer service under difficult circumstances to public and
employees.Maintain current knowledge of laws, regulations,
policies, and procedures affecting security operations; participate
in the evaluation and implementation of security related procedures
for assigned facility.Need to have:One of the following:Two or more
years of full-time equivalent security experience such as military,
law enforcement, corrections, industrial, proprietary, or contract
security.Two or more years of college or technical college course
work in a criminal justice field (e.G. police science, law
enforcement, corrections, and/or security management).A combination
of education and experience to equal two years.Ability to
successfully complete prescribed training during probationary
period; attain and maintain Emergency Medical Responder or
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certifications as required by
the Minnesota Emergency Medical Standards and Regulatory Board (MN
EMSRB).Availability to work a fixed, seniority bid schedule
including days, weekends, evenings, and overnights.Nice to have:A
valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County
driver's permit.Certification in Crisis Intervention Team
(CIT)/Barbara Schneider.Direct contact public service and/or
customer service security experience.Experience de-escalating a
difficult client, customer, or member of the public.Ability
to:Prepare well-written, detailed incident reports.Communicate
effectively in stressful circumstances.Basic computer skills
including Microsoft Office, report management, and CCTV system
software use.About the department:The Hennepin County Facility
Services Department provides a full range of facility services for
county programs and services. The department:Identifies capital
needs, responds to and supports capital projects identified by line
departmentsDevelops and manages projects to construct new
buildings, refurbish existing buildings, and maintain
infrastructureOperates and maintains buildingsProtects employees,
contacts and propertyAbout Hennepin County:Hennepin is the largest
county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work
every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our
residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of
our overarching goals that Hennepin County residents are healthy,
protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and
mobile.Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and
positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This
includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive
pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to
grow. Learn more at bridge.Hennepin.Us/eligibility (select
Guest).Hennepin County envisions an organization where our
commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is
fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.Your
future. Made here.Applications will be forwarded to the hiring
supervisor on an on-going basis until the vacancy is filled.
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of
education and experience. Final candidates will be required to pass
a drug test and background check.If you have any questions, please
contact:Pajoua Changpajoua.chang@hennepin.usWhy work here? Hennepin
County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees
to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its
milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't -
including: Meaningful work Public service Competitive pay Work-life
balance Generous benefits Opportunities to grow Commitment to your
success By working in public service, we are a part of something
larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help
people access information and services. We empower vibrant and
diverse communities. We serve residents. Employee Benefits Summary
Visit our benefits page to learn more:
bridge.Hennepin.Us/eligibility.If you are a current Hennepin County
employee please be aware that any change in job classification may
affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from
Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health
Care Saving Plan.) .
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