Security Assistant- Part Time

September 10, 2024

Fairbanks North Star Borough

Fairbanks

PART TIME

Basic Function
Monitor the public areas of FNSB Libraries to ensure adherence to the Patron Conduct Policy and that a safe and inviting environment is maintained.
SALARY: 4A
REPORTS TO: Community Services Manager
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None
Typical Duties
1. Performs security patrols of designated areas on foot to include public areas of the library, inside and outside, including the parking areas, and surrounding library grounds. Assist staff in dealing with difficult and unruly people, and enforce the Patron Conduct Policy.
2. Main site security and watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
3. Evaluate disruptive situations quickly and respond accordingly, requesting assistance as needed.
4. Examine fire extinguishers to ensure their serviceability and report discrepancies to the facilities supervisor.
5. Respond to internal building alarms and investigate disturbances.
6. Interact with law enforcement and a variety of other community agencies in order to address patron behavior problems.
7. Prepare written reports on accidents and incidents, according to established procedures.
8. Communicate suspicious activity concerns to appropriate library staff as needed, according to established procedures.
9. Provide assistance to patrons, visitors, and co-workers in a courteous and professional manner.
10. Respond to patron requests for library services and information within scope of training, and refer patrons to the appropriate staff for assistance.
11. Provide crowd control for library programs.
12. Working with other library staff, take necessary steps to prevent theft of library material.
13. Responsible for monitoring and retrieving video surveillance as required, and in accordance with Borough policy.
14. Raise and lower flags and perform various building related tasks such as cleaning graffiti from walls, tables or chairs, or removing damaged furniture. Respond to, fix, or report potential safety hazards or concerns. Clean-up and/or sanitize public areas as needed.
15. Other duties as assigned with the scope of assisting library staff with continued continuity of library operations.
Position Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school diploma or equivalent. Two years of work experience with the public of which up to one year in a library is preferred.
2. Experience interacting with teenagers in a work setting preferred.
3. Experience providing security in a public facility preferred.
4. Must possess and maintain Standard First Aid, Adult CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certifications as recognized by the American Red Cross (or equivalent). (CERTIFICATIONS MUST BE PROVIDED AT THE TIME OF INTERVIEW)
5. PREFERRED: Ability to have and maintain a valid driver’s license and to meet insurance standards and maintain insurability under the Borough’s insurance program. If personal automobile is used for Borough business, proof of insurance at statutory limits must be provided. (A CURRENT COPY OF DRIVING RECORD WILL BE REQUIRED UPON REQUEST)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
1. Ability to communicate clearly in a courteous, professional manner.
2. Ability to deal with the public in a sensitive manner under stressful and sometimes hostile situations. Ability to interact with a diverse population in a positive and respectful manner.
3. Ability to comprehend and execute verbal and written instructions and to use independent judgment in applying guidelines to varied situations.
4. Ability to work independently.
5. Ability to stand for long periods of time and walk and move extensively throughout the work shift.
6. Ability to utilize computer applications to complete reports, email, and utilize online resources.
OTHER
1. This position requires a criminal background investigation and fingerprinting.
Additional Information
JOB CONTACTS:
Frequent business contacts with other employees in own department; continuous routine public contact; occasional contacts involving outside organizations/agencies.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY:
Does not supervise; experiences minor problems daily and occasional major ones that must be resolved on own initiative with minimal supervision; the consequences of error, carelessness or mistaken judgment require normal effort to recover.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Library environment where conditions are generally pleasant; occasional somewhat disagreeable conditions with occasional heat, cold, wet, noise, etc.; up to ½ of the time is spent standing or walking, where there are minor health hazards and minor accident probability; requires short periods of moderate lifting (26-50 lbs.).
This position falls under the Borough’s Blood Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Control Program as it is reasonably anticipated that infrequent exposure to blood or other bodily fluids may occur while performing some job duties.
Application Procedure:
Apply Online
Individuals interested in applying for this position must submit a completed online application on or before the closing date and time as specified in the Job Posting. Online applications can be located at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/FNSB.
For additional information please call (907) 459-1202 or the Borough Direct Job Line at (907) 459-1206.
The Borough complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation to participate in the interview/selection process, please be sure to complete this section of the online application.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $24.88 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits: