Security Officer

This is part-time routine work safeguarding City library buildings, equipment, facilities or other property against unauthorized entry, loss or damage from theft, fire, adverse weather conditions, vandalism, or other causes. Work includes enforcing City rules or regulations at a library building or on library property. Employees in this class work a varied schedule to provide coverage seven (7) days a week to various facilities, 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.

Salary: $17.21 - $23.41 Hourly

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.

• 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:

• Have considerable experience in security work.

• Have skill and experience in computer operations and related software applications.

• Are able to recall and relate information accurately and reliably, and can communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Are able to enforce rules and regulations with tact, firmness and impartiality and are able to resolve differences or conflicts of participants involved.

• Are able to acquire detailed knowledge of various building interiors, exteriors, and local areas.

• Are able to stand and walk for an extended period of time in various weather conditions.

• Are able to manage their reactions in order to perform and behave skillfully under stress.

• Are able to detect improper conduct and to take steps necessary to correct and report the condition.

• Are able to interact effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences, communication styles, and perspectives.

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.