Security Officer, Walla Walla

Security Officer
The Security Officer supports the program of Security at Whitman College by patrolling the campus during the designated shift and dealing with emergency situations and potentially uncooperative people in a calm, responsible manner.
This position reports to the Director of Security.
Principal Accountabilities
Campus Patrols & Emergency Response (80%)
Patrol and inspect the buildings and grounds to maintain security from fire, theft, illegal entry, property damage, or unauthorized use of buildings.
Respond to emergency situations using good judgment about approaching subjects or contacting the police or fire department.
Ensure that doors and windows are locked.
Ensure fire alarms and burglar alarms are in proper working condition.
Perform first aid care and CPR when needed.
Manage Whitman College First Responders during the designated shift.
Adhere to safety rules and precautions in all phases of the work and while driving College vehicles.
Always carry the required equipment furnished by the department while on shift.
Log and Report Writing (20%)
Maintain accurate notes and transfer them to the Current Security Log.
Document all incident reports as appropriate and log into the Simplicity Advocate system.
Identify potential safety hazards and report them to the appropriate department.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to actively and positively contribute to the College's core values of diversity, equity, inclusion, antiracism and access.
Ability to patrol campus, walking for extended periods of time, covering long distances rapidly in case of emergency, and climbing stairs.
Ability to pass first aid and CPR tests and perform, if needed, potentially from a kneeling position.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work closely and congenially with faculty, students, and staff.
Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.
Ability to operate a computer.
Ability to operate college vehicles; have a valid Washington State driver's license.
Ability to do shift work including night shift, weekends and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent.
1+ years of experience in working within a security setting or related field OR 1+ year of courses in criminal justice.
OR a combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
Must possess a valid driver's license and meet one of the following criteria: be at least 18 years old with 2 years of driving experience and complete a driver improvement course, OR be at least 19 with 3 years of experience and successfully pass a motor vehicle report (MVR) check.
Successful completion of background check and pre-employment physical.
Preferred Qualifications
Law and justice training.
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances.
Basic life, accidental death and dismemberment and long term disability insurances with the capability to elect additional voluntary coverage.
403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with a 10% matching contribution after eligibility requirements are met.
Paid Time Off: 20 accrued vacation days, 12 accrued sick days, 13 paid holidays.
Tuition Remission Dependent Children.
Employee tuition waiver for two Whitman courses per semester.
Employee Assistance Program.
Relocation assistance for eligible employees.
Disability Accommodation for Job Candidates
Contact Human Resources regarding requests for disability accommodation in the employment application process.
Application Review
Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Start Date
ASAP