Position Title: Security Officer- Closes October 1,2024 at 5:00 pm

Department: Safety & Security Department

Reports Directly to: Safety & Security Director

Status: Non-exempt; Full-time

Salary: $17.00 per hour

Summary of Duties:

  • Officer will complete vehicle and foot patrol duties on campus.
  • Patrols for unusual and suspicious activities, theft, fires, people’s safety, etc.
  • Investigates and responds to any civil disturbances; potential illegal activities; suspicious circumstances, and reports to supervisor and local law enforcement.
  • Officers are expected to present a clean, neat and professional appearance.
  • The officer will complete a shift patrol log and incident reports by the end of each shift.
  • Answers incoming calls and directs them to appropriate individual or department after hours and weekends.
  • Attending security meetings and training.
  • Conducts building checks to ensure the building is secure and reports any safety hazards, fire hazards or security breaches.
  • Locks and unlocks designated buildings and gates as requested and as scheduled.
  • Officer will issue parking citations for parking violations or any traffic violation per the UTTC Safety & Security Policy.
  • Cooperates with and aids city, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies as directed.
  • Escorts people/property to desired destination when safety of property or persons are a concern.
  • Responds to alarms and dispatched calls, decides what action(s) to take based on situation and facts known and position limitations.
  • Assists any persons in a building or on campus needing directions or campus information.
  • Must be able to multi-task calls, radio- activity, persons, and incidents.
  • Must be able to prioritize tasks and incidents for timely response.
  • Shall keep confidentiality for all incidents involving students, staff, and visitors.
  • Must be able to take appropriate action in a timely manner based on incident.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Working Conditions:

  • Requires working evenings, holidays, and weekends on a rotating basis and are subject being called in for shift coverage.
  • A minimum 30-minute paid meal period is provided in shifts exceeding five hours. When there is only one security officer on duty, the security officer is not completely relieved of their duties and may be required to perform their duties during the meal period.

Physical Demands: 

  • Must be able to sit and stand for long periods.
  • Must be able to walk, run, bend over, stoop, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs. in the performance of duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
  • Previous Security or Safety related experience recommended, but not required.
  • Must have a valid ND Driver’s License and be insurable under UTTC’s insurance carrier. A copy needs to be submitted with the application.
  • Applicants will need to successfully pass a background check.

 

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Strong communication skills
  • Knowledge of spelling, grammar, and punctuation (Report Writing)
  • Ability to use a computer and learn new software.

 

Required Documents:

  • UTTC Application
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Unofficial Copies of College Transcripts
  • Valid Driver’s License (must submit a copy)

Opening Date: September 17, 2024

Closing Date: October 1, 2024 10:00 pm

Additional Information: 

United Tribes Technical College (UTTC) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, handicap, marital status, political preference, or membership or non-membership in an employee organization, except as allowed by the Indian preference provision of the civil rights act of 1964, as amended.

A conviction record will not necessarily be a bar from employment. This information will only be used for job-related purposes and only to the extent permitted by applicable law. Federal laws require that employers hire only individuals who are authorized to be lawfully employed in the United States. In compliance with such laws, UTTC will verify the status of every individual offered employment with UTTC. UTTC will not sponsor work-related visas.

Applicants are responsible for providing proof of enrollment in a federally recognized tribe if Indian preference is claimed. Applicants are responsible for providing a copy of his/her United States Government Form DD214 or his/her honorable discharge certificate from any branch of the military service if veteran’s preference is claimed. Failure to provide proof will result in loss of Indian or veteran preference in employment.

Application and required documents can be completed and submitted online at https://uttc.edu/careers/, via email to jckillsplenty@uttc.edu, or mail to Human Resources Department, United Tribes Technical College, 3315 University Drive, Bismarck, ND 58504. Applications and Required Documents received after the closing date and time of a job posting will NOT be considered.

Upon selection, the applicant is responsible for obtaining and completing a Transcript Request Form from the last institution attended. The applicant will submit the completed form to the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department will cover any fees required to obtain official transcripts.