Security Guard - University Police

Hiring Department: University Police

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Work Schedule: 3 shifts assigned at time of hire and based on operational need

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Our University Police department is continuously seeking experienced Security Guards to support our Campus and Hospital. The Security Guard role protects property from theft and damage and persons from hazards and interference by ensuring that potential and emergent safety and security violations are readily discovered, controlled and/or reported to the proper authorities.

The work schedule for this position will include 3 shifts. Shifts are assigned at time of hire and based on department operational need.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitor activity at a static post assignment including any T.V. monitor stations or pass desk.
• Greet all visitors and patients, while checking incoming and outgoing people for proper identification/authorization.
• Lock/unlock doors, turn lights on/off as scheduled; check doors and lights for status at prescribed times.
• Provide information/assistance to staff, faculty, visitors and students.
• Activate/deactivate and/or respond to door alarms.
• Prepare reports of activity including the Officer’s Log of Activity and miscellaneous incidents
• Be prepared to follow emergency procedures relating to fire alarms/drills, utility/equipment failures, disaster calls or drills, securing medical assistance and using the paging system.
• Use judgement in deciding to independently handle potential security or emergency situations or to contact University Police.
• Provide safety escorts and assist Police Officers with activity where practicable.
• Monitor activity within assigned area to ensure safety of people and property.
• Check persons working to ensure they are not in need of help, i.e., sick, injured or victims of crime.
• Warn violators of and enforce University rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No record of conviction of a felony, or of a crime involving moral turpitude.

For consideration you must fully complete all sections of the application including adding your full work history and education

Preferred Qualifications:

• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Prepare clear and factual written reports. Excellent verbal communication.
• Think clearly, react appropriately, and exercise initiative quickly in potential or emergent security and safety situations

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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