Security Officer 1

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Ohio State Highway Patrol

Is an internationally accredited agency whose mission is to protect life and property, promote traffic safety and provide professional public safety services with respect, compassion, and unbiased professionalism.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol

Report In Location - 1970 W Broad Street, Columbus 43223

Hours Worked\: 12\:00 AM to 12\:00 AM; Working hours may be 7am - 3pm, 3pm - 11pm, OR 11pm - 7am (depending on seniority bid)

Maintain the security of the Charles D. Shipley building & grounds:

Monitor surveillance cameras;

Provide access to restricted area;

Monitor, address, & document a variety of alarm system notifications to include fire, door, panic & mechanical alarms;

Monitor persons entering & leaving facility; Greet & screen visitors; Approve or deny access into the facility; Furnish access badges or parking permits to approved visitors;

Respond to inquiries by telephone &/or in person & record such actions in the appropriate log (e.g., screen & direct calls; take messages; direct visitors; answer general questions);

Control access to facilities & surrounding grounds by operating remote access electronic doors & security gates;

Provide emergency communications via intercom systems, radio systems, telephones or other electronic notification systems;

Relay information to officers &/or dispatchers on critical &/or routine incidents which require a law enforcement or security response;

Conduct routine security checks of the premises; Check & inspect doors, windows, fences & gates; Secure &/or lock damaged &/or unlocked doors & windows as required;

Perform safety inspections of equipment for malfunction or safety violation;

Monitor the operation of the heating, ventilating & air conditioning systems & notifies supervisors &/or maintenance personnel of any problems;

Check for fire, leaks, weather induced damage, correct lighting, building hazards &/or unauthorized persons;

Perform other duties as assigned.

Formal education that includes reading, writing & speaking English. Positions making security rounds in vehicle require valid driver's license.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

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Job Skills - Security

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT

If assigned responsibility for rendering first aid/C.P.R/Automated External Defibrillator (i.e., AED), applicant must obtain required certifications by end of probationary period and must maintain valid certifications to continue employment.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS

May be required to work rotating shifts & weekends. May be exposed to bodily fluids &/or infectious diseases.

This position may be filled by a layoff or certification eligibility list.

This position will be filled in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement if applicable.

This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123\: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.

Background Check Information

A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.

A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.

Position is identified as safety sensitive & is subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with DPS 501.24.

To request a disability accommodation, please email as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.