Security Worker (#RP0400)
$18.13-$22.03 Hourly / $3,141.77-$3,818.85 Monthly / $37,701.35-$45,826.23 Yearly

Under general supervision, performs limited protective work in guarding County Courthouse buildings and property; and does related or other work as required in accordance with Rule 3, Section 3 of the Civil Service Rules.

An incumbent of this class is responsible for performing sentry work to safeguard a variety of County Courthouse property from damage or loss. The incumbent is required to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Patrols assigned areas to detect fires, trespassers, water leaks and malfunctioning mechanical equipment or any other danger of loss or damage to property; ensures that lights are on or off as required and that entrances or exits are properly locked; monitors and operates alarm systems, video security monitors and some building mechanical equipment; may request unauthorized persons to leave county premises; may operate weapons screening equipment and keep prohibited items out of County facilities.
• Reports all suspected disturbances which require assistance in handling to authorized persons; calls law enforcement agencies as necessary.
• Maintains activity log detailing any occurrences; prepares reports as necessary.
• Raises and lowers flags from installed standards.
• Answers assigned telephone; gives routine information to the public.

License:  Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Experience:  One year in law enforcement, security guard work or law enforcement in the military.

Procedures in buildings and grounds security; building safety and fire protection procedures; basic public relations.

Follow oral and written instructions and procedures; maintain legible tour logs; learn rules and regulations pertaining to admissions and exits; learn the areas patrolled; deal effectively with the general public in a variety of sensitive work situations.

Mobility-Frequently sitting for long periods; occasionally standing for long periods, walking pushing/pulling bending/squatting and climbing stairs may be required; Lifting-Frequently lifting 5 pounds or less; occasionally restraining, lifting turning of heavy objects or people; Vision-Constantly having good overall vision; frequently displaying hand-eye coordination and depth perception; occasionally being able to read and good close-up work, field of vision/peripheral and color perception; Dexterity-Normal dexterity, frequently writing and grasping; occasionally holding and reaching; Hearing/Talking-Frequently hearing and talking on the telephone and in person; Emotional/Psychological-Frequently requiring concentration; occasionally involved in public contact and decision making; Conditions-Constantly requires working weekend/nights or evening work.