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Security Officer

Job Overview

Are you looking for a new career? Are you interested in continuing your education for little to nothing? Do you have a child looking to enter college and want to avoid tuition costs? The University of Dubuque is a growing faith based University that is seeking a Security Officer. The University of Dubuque offers a competitive wage and an excellent benefits package.

Benefits:

• 4 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid sick days, and 14 paid holidays
• Free tuition for employee, spouse, and dependents
• Retirement match - dollar for dollar up to 5% with eligible match up to 7%
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Childcare center on-campus

Primary Responsibilities:

• Open and close campus facilities
• Issue parking violations
• Maintain security and safety of people and property on campus by patrolling on foot
• Enforce policies in support of the University's Mission
• Answer emergency and non-emergency calls and document important information
• Respond to any issues and follow-up by coordinating with the appropriate departments or officers
• Operate and manage a multi-line telephone system
• Use the radio, phone, or computer to direct officers to the appropriate sites
• Prioritize and organize calls according to urgency
• Maintain and update call logs, call records and other important documentation
• Update requests for access from various departments through the controlled access program
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's Mission

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to walk and climb stairs
• Knowledge of basic security and fire inspection procedures
• Familiarity with reporting requirements of the Clery Act for Higher Education
• Basic computer knowledge
• Must be detail orientated and accurate
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
• Quick decision making skills

This position will require night and weekend work required. (2nd shift $0.35 shift differential and 3rd shift $0.50 shift differential)

To apply with a growing faith based University for the Security Officer position, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and UD employment application, located on our website, to HR@dbq.edu or to the Director of Human Resources, at the University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001.

Applications from qualified persons with diverse backgrounds and cultures, including women and persons of color, are welcomed. AA/EEO. For more information regarding the Jeanne Clery Act, please go to https://www.dbq.edu/SafetySecurity/JeanneCleryAct/