This position provides for the protection and safety of all persons, assets and property on Ivy Tech’s Muncie campus. The incumbent actively engages in the prevention and detection of criminal activity or any activity adverse to the higher education environment. The position is responsible for assisting in and documenting all instances or reports of crime. Responsible for reporting all violations of federal, state, and municipal laws, and all operating policies and procedures of Ivy Tech Community College.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
•Adhere to the post orders specific to the campus
•Demonstrate strong customer service and/or student advocacy through a positive attitude, approachability, adaptability, strong problem-solving skills and desire to identify and support student success.
•Engage in behaviors that create an inclusive environment in which all people are valued and supported.
•Provides security as assigned throughout the college buildings and grounds (including parking lots).
•Provide general assistance to students and visitors (i.e. directions, phone numbers, etc.) especially during busy periods such as registration, conferences and meetings.
•Locking and unlocking doors as required.
•Directing traffic in and out of the campus when necessary.
•Completing incident reports to document all security incidents and submit them to the Director of Security.
•Be familiar with all procedures in the Emergency Response Guide and Emergency Operations Plan.
•Assist in the removal or restraint of unruly or disorderly individuals.
•Fill out incident, insurance, accident and other forms as required. Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information.
•Requires a proper manner and attitudes when in constant contact with employees; students; visitors; ambulance personnel; etc.; and occasional contact with local police and other law enforcement agencies.
•Requires knowledge and understanding of departmental and the organization policies and procedures in addition to knowledge and understanding of designated and approved security measures and practices.
•Will input crime reporting data, assist in the management of access control software and other limited security duties as necessary.
The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned. All duties are to be carried out under the guidelines of FERPA.
Physical Requirements:
•Must be able to run, walk, stand or sit for extended period of time.
Minimum Qualifications:
•High School diploma or GED.
•Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing•Skilled in observing situations and decision making.•Skilled in dealing courteously with public.•Ability to translate observations and information into legible, complete, and accurate reports.•Ability to work outside in all types of weather.•Stand and move around for the majority of an assigned shift.•Stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, bend and reach overhead.•Run when responding to emergencies; ascend and descend multiple flights of stairs or ladders.
Preferred Qualifications:
•2 to 3 years of college course work.
•3 years of experience in a security role/environment
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:
Health & Wellness
Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Financial & Retirement Benefits
Educational Benefits
For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.