Security Officer #259116 at Los Angeles LGBT Center

Position

Security Officer I 259116

Category

FT 100%

Schedule 

2pm – 10pm Tuesday - Saturday, Sunday and Monday Off

Program

   Security

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Department

   Facilities

Union

Yes

Reports to

   Security Supervisor

Probation

90 Days

Compensation

$21.00-$23.75 per hour, plus $0.75 per hour Shift Differential Premium for hours worked on weekends, $1.00 per hour for hours worked between 2pm-10pm and $1.75 per hour for hours worked between 10pm-6am

Direct Reports

N/A

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and 403(b) Retirement Plan

% of Role

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

70%

Security Operations

• Ensure that the grounds and facilities are safe and secure for staff and clients.
• Enforce the Los Angeles LGBT Center policy and procedures. 
• Complete hourly patrol route assignments through campus grounds and parking lot. Report suspicious activities, property damage, and safety hazards to dispatch, supervision, and management.
• Respond promptly to incidents of fire alarms, panic buttons and disturbances communicated by the Security Officer II position. 
• Escort disruptive individuals off the property. Coordinate with additional security personnel, supervisors, managers, or law enforcement if the situation escalates.
• Provide assistance to local law enforcement and emergency services.
• Ensure all buildings are clear of occupants after closing by conducting thorough checks of all rooms, including bathrooms and office spaces.
• Check and lock all doors, parking lots & driveways, turn off fans, lights, and all-day use equipment, activate alarm systems and secure building.
• Other duties as assigned.

20%

Other Duties

• Check email and activity logs daily for departmental updates.
• Complete daily activity report, incident reports or other paperwork before end of shift.

10%

Training

• Participate in security training programs and stay updated on campus policy and procedures. 

0%

Management Responsibilities (Budgetary & Direct Supervisory) (If none, indicate 0%.)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A passion for the Center’s work and its mission to make the world a better place for LGBT people.
• Minimum 1 year of work experience as a security guard.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to deal with unruly people in a firm and non-antagonizing manner.
• Availability to work a rotating shift and weekend as scheduled.
• State of California Guard card.
• Must be sensitive to the needs and concerns of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and homeless youth and adults.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physically able to stand for periods up to 8 hours.
• Ability to climb stairs and walk on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Good vision (including color vision and night vision) and hearing.
• Ability to respond quickly to situations using appropriate intervention techniques, including potential de-escalations, as trained by management.
• May be required to run in emergency situations.

Health Assessment: A health assessment will be required to ensure that applicants can safely perform job duties without risk to themselves or others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual Spanish/English
• Current CPR Certificate
• Experience working with the LGBT community and familiarity with issues of particular relevance to LGBT people.