Security Guard I

Posting Number

req20452

Department

Planning & Operations Phoenix

Department Website Link

https://phxops.arizona.edu/

Location

Greater Phoenix Area

Address

Phoenix, AZ USA

Position Highlights

Planning & Operations is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for learning, research, and work through the highest quality trained security personnel. As an unarmed Security Guard, it is your job to assist in maintaining the safety and security of students, staff, faculty, all other visitors, as well as assist in the general safekeeping of the facilities and grounds. The Phoenix Biomedical Campus (PBC) Planning and Operations team handles campus services such as security, emergency preparedness, maintenance, custodial, motor pool, and utilities. Due to the nature of our educational environment and commitment to the safety of campus, this position will be expected to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

The Campus is a 30-acre, urban medical and bioscience campus with more than 1.7 million square-feet of biomedical-related research, academic, and clinical facilities with plans for more. It is the only site where you will find all 3 of Arizona’s public universities in one location conducting and collaborating in research.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Actively monitors for campus safety and compliance:

• Perform foot patrols of the grounds of the campus as well as the interior of all buildings.
• Monitors CCTV for campus needs, to include suspicious behavior, presence of vendors or deliveries, other needs.
• Performs safety equipment inspections.
• Provides door lock and unlock services at scheduled times or as needed.
• Submits maintenance work orders to remedy hazards or for items in need of repair.
• Provides security services for events on campus.

Perform customer service and concierge services to the campus:

• Greet, welcome, and provide exceptional customer service to all.
• Provide way-finding and other general informational needs.
• Provide information in a professionally courteous manner to all University staff, faculty, students, vendors, and visitors.
• Perform door assists and other security related escorts on campus.

Maintains data logs to track:

• Visitors to campus.
• Lost & Found item inventory.
• Monthly Security statistics.
• Daily pass downs.
• Incident Reports.

Responds to emergency alarms or other urgent security services including:

• Building system alarms (fire, mechanical).
• Blue phone activations & other panic alarms.
• Performs other tasks within the scope, role, and capabilities of the Security Guard as assigned by the Emergency Preparedness Planner or others in the Planning & Operations chain of command.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with different groups/individuals both in person and electronically.
• Skills to navigate basic computer programs such as Microsoft Office products and the Internet.
• Ability to maintain situational awareness and be attentive to detail.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner.
• Ability to maintain highest levels of professionalism and integrity at all times.
• Knowledge of conflict resolution techniques and strategies.
  Ability to succeed in a team environment as well as when working alone.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience may be required.
• Prior work experience not required.
• Due to the nature of our educational environment and commitment to the safety of campus, this position will be expected to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

To be Determined

Number of Hours Worked per Week

24 - 40

Job FTE

.6 - 1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Protection and Safety

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$15.00 - $18.75

Compensation Type

hourly rate

Grade

2

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum

$15

Grade Range Midpoint

$18.75

Grade Range Maximum

$22.5

Career Stream and Level

OC1

Job Family

Police & Security

Job Function

Protection & Safety

Type of criminal background check required:

Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)

Number of Vacancies

2

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

[email protected]

Open Date

8/29/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicant

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [email protected].