Security Officer

3 weeks ago


Saint Petersburg, United States City of St. Petersburg Full time $17 - $23

This is routine work safeguarding major Water Resources department buildings, equipment, facilities or other property against unauthorized entry, loss or damage from theft, fire, adverse weather conditions, vandalism, or other causes; and includes enforcing City rules or regulations at a building or area where people congregate. Employees in this class work a varied schedule to provide 24-hour coverage Monday through Friday to the campus, and due to the critical responsibilities of this classification, an employee in this position must also be able to report to work outside of normally scheduled work hours to address urgent needs, at the discretion of management. The shift for this position is overnight from 11 p.m.-7 a.m. but may be subject to change in the future.

Salary: $17.21 - $23.41 Hourly

Close Date: 12-20-2024 (11:59 PM)

To Qualify

Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:

  • Possess a valid high school diploma or GED equivalency.
  • Possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class "D" Security License.
  • Have some experience in security work.
  • Have some skill in the operation of a computer.
  • Be able to work overnight shifts from 11 p.m.-7 a.m.
  • Acknowledge this position is designated as Emergency Critical (EC) and if hired into the position, an applicant must be immediately available to the department before, during, and after a declared emergency and/or disaster.

Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:

  • Are able to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to prepare and maintain routine records and reports.
  • Are able to detect possible improper conduct and take appropriate action to correct or report the condition.
  • Are able to acquire detailed knowledge of the buildings and grounds patrolled and of applicable rules and regulations.
  • Are able to walk long hours alone, both indoors and out, under varying work and climatic conditions.
  • Are able to remain alert on evening and night shifts if assigned.
  • Are able to maintain composure under stressful situations.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

The successful candidate must be either a resident of the City of St. Petersburg as of his or her date of employment or establish primary residency within the city limits of St. Petersburg within six months of completing the probationary period. Furthermore, as long as the successful candidate is employed in this classification, he or she must reside within the city limits of St. Petersburg. This requirement is not applicable to current City employees who were hired before October 20, 1997.

Selection Process

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.

The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.

How To Apply

Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select Apply/Register/View Job Postings. City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment, and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans’ Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.


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