Night Security Guard - Job at Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH

Night Security Guard

Hanover, NH

Posted 27 days ago

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Position Information

Posting date	04/01/2024
Closing date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Position Number	0412100
Position Title	Night Security Guard
Department this Position Reports to	Safety & Security Administration
Hiring Range Minimum	$23.53/hr.
Hiring Range Maximum	$24.03/hr.
Union Type	SEIU
SEIU Level	DOSS A
FLSA Status	Non-Exempt
Employment Category	Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year	12
Scheduled Hours per Week	40
Schedule	730pm-530am
Location of Position	Hanover, NH 5 Rope Ferry Rd - Room 305
Remote Work Eligibility?	Onsite only
Is this a term position?	No
If yes, length of term in months.	NA
Is this a grant funded position?	No
Position Purpose	Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, the Night Security Guard is responsible for the physical security of buildings and facilities (to include grounds, equipment, and other items of value) and for the safety of persons employees, students, guests, and visitors to the campus.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp	High School or equivalency
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities	One to three years of experience in the field of security Must hold a valid driver's license and be qualified under the terms of the Good written, verbal, and computer skills. Ability to communicate with a diverse community. Must have good written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate good judgment and the ability to make decisions within the confines of standard operating procedures
Preferred Qualifications	First Aid/CPR certification Prior Security Training
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries	Jacqueline Carter
Department Contact Phone Number	603-646-3797
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title	Keiselim A. Montas
Department Contact's Phone Number	603-646-4000
Equal Opportunity Employer	Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check	Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	AVAILABLE TO SAFETY AND SECURITY SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK, IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY, IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY: OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM (4/1/24) THROUGH (4/7/24). Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.
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Key Accountabilities

Description	Duties Detect, deter, and report any and all issues affecting the physical security of buildings, facilities, ground, equipment, etc. via prescribed patrol rounds on foot and vehicle. Perform the duties of a Campus Safety Authority (CSA) as defined by the Clery Act. Follow the Department Emergency Procedure and Protocols in cases of emergency and respond to emergencies in accordance with department plans, written directives, supervisor directives and best practices. Report to work on time and stay until properly relieved. Will not leave early unless previously approved by supervisor, and abide by department regulations and expectations. Supplement other Safety and Security personnel in providing security coverage for special events, during emergencies, and crime deterrent patrols. Positively and actively interact with other Safety and Security personnel, faculty, staff, students, and public. Act in accordance with a position of public trust including timeliness, proper respect for and use of authority, maintaining confidentiality and high moral and ethics standards. Report to the Director any activities of Security personnel which would impair his/her ability to carry out his/her responsibilities as a security employee. * This would include such activities as employee theft, misuse of keys, misuse of authority. Assist in maintaining department vehicles, including washing outside and cleaning inside and seeing that the cruiser and department equipment is properly handled during security shift.
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Duties

Detect, deter, and report any and all issues affecting the physical security of buildings, facilities, ground, equipment, etc. via prescribed patrol rounds on foot and vehicle.
Perform the duties of a Campus Safety Authority (CSA) as defined by the Clery Act.
Follow the Department Emergency Procedure and Protocols in cases of emergency and respond to emergencies in accordance with department plans, written directives, supervisor directives and best practices.
Report to work on time and stay until properly relieved. Will not leave early unless previously approved by supervisor, and abide by department regulations and expectations.
Supplement other Safety and Security personnel in providing security coverage for special events, during emergencies, and crime deterrent patrols.
Positively and actively interact with other Safety and Security personnel, faculty, staff, students, and public.
Act in accordance with a position of public trust including timeliness, proper respect for and use of authority, maintaining confidentiality and high moral and ethics standards.
Report to the Director any activities of Security personnel which would impair his/her ability to carry out his/her responsibilities as a security employee. * This would include such activities as employee theft, misuse of keys, misuse of authority.
Assist in maintaining department vehicles, including washing outside and cleaning inside and seeing that the cruiser and department equipment is properly handled during security shift.

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Description	Patrol Duties Perform extensive physical activity including climbing stairs, walking long distances, standing for long period of time and carrying out duties in inclement weather. Develop and maintain knowledge of the campus and buildings to assist in maintaining safety and identifying risks. Secure and open facilities following a schedule or upon request. Provides physical security patrol and building security for all facilities on campus through prescribed rounds and on a timely fashion. Immediately report any identified issues and call for a Security Officer or Supervisor. Patrol assigned group of buildings and record their stops at various locations through a guard tour system, ensuring building security, facility safety and observable building mechanical integrity. Support Patrol Officers in answering complaints from the College community and responding to them in the proper manner when needed. Patrol parking lots during tour of duty checking for the theft and/or damage to vehicles, and/or anything out of the ordinary. Approach and attempt to identify persons when necessary. During this or any other contact with persons on campus, all attempts will be made to avoid physical contact. If this is not possible and physical confrontation occurs, the Director is to be notified as soon as possible. If he/she is unavailable, notify the Captain and the Dean of Call if so directed.
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Patrol Duties

Perform extensive physical activity including climbing stairs, walking long distances, standing for long period of time and carrying out duties in inclement weather.
Develop and maintain knowledge of the campus and buildings to assist in maintaining safety and identifying risks.
Secure and open facilities following a schedule or upon request.
Provides physical security patrol and building security for all facilities on campus through prescribed rounds and on a timely fashion.
Immediately report any identified issues and call for a Security Officer or Supervisor.
Patrol assigned group of buildings and record their stops at various locations through a guard tour system, ensuring building security, facility safety and observable building mechanical integrity.
Support Patrol Officers in answering complaints from the College community and responding to them in the proper manner when needed.
Patrol parking lots during tour of duty checking for the theft and/or damage to vehicles, and/or anything out of the ordinary.
Approach and attempt to identify persons when necessary. During this or any other contact with persons on campus, all attempts will be made to avoid physical contact. If this is not possible and physical confrontation occurs, the Director is to be notified as soon as possible. If he/she is unavailable, notify the Captain and the Dean of Call if so directed.

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Description	Office Duties Use of the radio equipment and Alarm systems and act as dispatcher, when requested. Write supplemental narratives or statements to detail involvement in incidents. Unless specifically assigned to office or desk duty, Night Security Guards will not spend extended lengths of time in the office.
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--	Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--	Performs other duties as assigned

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Job Summary

Company

Dartmouth College

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Required Education

High School or Equivalent

Required Experience

1 to 3 years