Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Security Specialist B

Requisition Number

SCA00777

General Description

Under general supervision, requiring the use of independent judgment, initiative and decision-making, provides administrative and clerical support to the College department or work area to which assigned. Duties and responsibilities will primarily be complex and may involve developing plans for accomplishing and prioritizing work, reasoning and analyzing data to resolve problems and overseeing and directing the work of others in the assigned area.

College Intro

Success starts at Community College of Philadelphia. Innovators and difference makers work at Community College of Philadelphia. Diversity thrives at Community College of Philadelphia. We are a college that is committed to promoting a work environment that attracts and retains talented and diverse faculty and staff. Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, associate-degree-granting institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment and lifelong learning.

Specific Responsibilities

- - Patrols designated areas of all college facilities. - As directed by supervisor or shift leader, patrols stairwells, classrooms and public restrooms to ensure safety and to detect hazards such as fire, theft, vandalism, etc. - Examines credentials such as ID cards, verifies persons against Banner system for legitimacy and purpose for being on college property to prevent entry by unauthorized persons and to maintain a permanent record of those using the facility. - Operates badge systems and use computer network environment including but not limited to data entry of on-line incident reporting system. - Inspects assigned areas, through electronic tour system or otherwise, for those conditions that may contribute to fire, theft or vandalism and reports such conditions to his/her supervisor. - Receives and carries out appropriate assignments, instructions and details given by the Office in Charge. - Investigates complaints, conducts investigations to determine the facts, and prepares reports to document dangers and hazards. - Travel to regional campus locations as directed. - Provide transportation for the College's executive staff, as needed. - Provide coverage for other shifts, as needed. - Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

- - High school diploma or its equivalent (i.e. GED) is required. Associate's degree in Criminal justice or related field preferred. Any and all degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning. - Minimum of two (2) years experience in security related work required. - Ability to travel between the College's regional campus locations for work assignments required. - Ability to work extended hours and various shifts, as needed, is required. - Effective written and verbal communication skills are required. - Basic computer proficiency is required. - Experience operating radio, fire and safety systems preferred. - Certification in CPR and first aid required, or must be obtained during probationary period. - Ability to maintain sensitivity, understanding and respect for a diverse academic environment inclusive of students, faculty and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds is required.

Preferred Qualifications

- - Valid driver's license preferred.

Work Location

Main Campus, NERC, CATC, NWRC

Benefits Summary

Benefits:

"Success Starts Here" at Community College of Philadelphia. We recognize that our success as a college and the success of our students starts with our emplo ees. Our employees are vital to our success. Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive offer of benefits that are unrivaled by most.

Full-time faculty and staff benefits include:

• College-paid medical, dental, drug, life and disability insurance

• Tuition remission (for classes at the college)

• Forgivable tuition loan (for classes at any accredited academic institution)

• 403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution with employee contribution 5%

Additional College benefits:

• Winter break: 1 week around the third week in December and New Years

• Spring Break: 1 week in March

• Summer Hours: 4-day work week (closed on Fridays) from the 2nd week in May through the 3rd week in August

For More information about the College benefits and eligibility based on employee class, please visit: https://www.myccp.online/human-resources/benefits-eligibility

Salary Grade or Rank

5

Min Salary/Hourly Rate

$18.53

Max Salary/Hourly Rate

$22.00

Job Posting Open Date

07/30/2024

Type of Position

Confidential

Employment Status

Full-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested candidates should complete an online application.

• Cover Letter of interest and resume required.
• Name and contact information of 3 references required.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks in accordance with PA Child Protective Services Law.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Community College of Philadelphia is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran or any other status protected by law, in matters pertaining to employment.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How did you hear about Community College of Philadelphia?

• CareerBuilder.com
• HigherEdJobs.com
• LinkedIn
• The Chronicle of Higher Education
• Indeed.com
• InsideHigherEd.com
• Community College of Philadelphia Website
• HBCU Career Center
• Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
• Al Dia DIVERSECity Career Fair
• Neighborhood Job Fair & Resource Village (Temple University)
• Other

If your answer to the above question is Other, please note the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A. (Open Ended Question)

Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or a related field?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have a valid CPR certification, or do you agree to obtain CPR certification within 90 days of employment at the College?

• Yes
• No

* Do you possess a minimum of two (2) years experience in security related work?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have experience operating radio, fire and s