Security Guard

SCRTY GUARD (005327)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT336500-JC005327-PD171604

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1129771

Approved Date:

8/1/2024 8:53:10 PM

Date Last Edited:

8/1/2024 8:53:08 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

9/7/2023

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

5000O

Organization:

ADMINISTRATIVE VICE CHANCELLOR         

Division Code:

5405D

Division:

POLICE DEPARTMENT                      

Department:

336500 - POLICE DEPARTMENT

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT336500-JC005327-PD171604

Position Description ID

171604

UC Payroll Title:

SCRTY GUARD (005327)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

SX: Service

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40092906

Reports to Payroll Title:

POLICE SERGEANT SUPV 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40958550

Department Head Payroll Title:

POLICE CHF MGR 4

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of a Sergeant, the Security Guard is responsible for the safety and security of the location for which they are assigned, patrolling areas and contacting appropriate emergency personnel via radio in the event of observed criminal, suspicious, or emergency circumstances. Acting as a liaison with the University of California, Los Angeles Police Department, Fire Department and other emergency departments, the Security Guard performs routine tasks such as perimeter checks, completes daily shift reports and prepares incident reports as necessary. Assigned duties are both general and shift specific, and must be prioritized and conducted according to departmental guidelines and policies and procedures, with additional assignments established by supervisors on an as needed basis Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays.  Shift assignment may change frequently based on business operating needs.

The UCLA Police Department is a leader in providing progressive law enforcement services to a culturally diverse urban campus and its surrounding community. We are dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for teaching, research and public service.

Field Responsibilities

 1. Patrol designated areas and radio or phone UCPD Dispatch to advise of suspicious or criminal activity, or life-threatening circumstances. (E) 2. Serve as a communication link between the campus community and University Police, fire, and medical personnel. (E) 3. Provide safety and security to the UCLA community including students, staff, faculty, and visitors by deterring crime. (E) 4. Proactively monitor alarm and television systems (E) 5. Operate and monitor two-way radio to communicate with police officers and other personnel. (E) 6. Complete all logs, as required, for each shift worked. (E) 7. Monitor and respond to emails daily. (E) 8. Question and/or escort unauthorized persons found on property. (E) 9. Prepare incident reports for the immediate supervisor (E) 10. Respond to reports of malfunctioning equipment, determine necessary course of action to maintain operation of affected unit(s) and reports issues to supervisor. (E) 11. Participate in regular drills and practice sessions for fire, earthquake, evacuation, first aid/CPR/AED and other emergency situations. (E) 12. Emergency Responder: respond to all emergencies within the assigned area(s) including but not limited to medical, fire, earthquake, disturbances, and threats as they occur, according to established protocols, or as appropriate. (E) 13. Assist in the supervision of evacuations, search and rescue operations in the event of an actual emergency; maintain order among the public and UCLA staff. (E) 14. Attend required training in emergency preparedness. (E) 15. Perform all other emergency preparation duties as assigned. (E) 16. Perform other duties as required and assigned. (E)

95%

Miscellaneous

 1. Work mandatory assigned shifts in emergencies. (E) 2. Maintain job knowledge sufficient to work regular or overtime in multiple locations (E) 3. Record hours via time punches and job assignments for each shift accurately. (E) 4. Maintain all required training levels and certifications. (E) 5. Attend scheduled general meetings of all security employees. (M) 6. Maintain familiarity with all posted notices or other official communications regarding security issues or problems for assigned areas. (M)

5%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Guard Card from California Bureau of Security and Investigation Services (BSIS)

Required

CA Driver's License

Required

Or

Ability to drive legally in the state of California

Required

Skill in interacting diplomatically with the public in a high volume, continuous public contact setting.

Required

Ability to assess a problematic or emergency situation and plan/execute an appropriate solution in a quick manner.

Required

Ability to independently resolve issues working within a set of policies and procedures.

Required

Ability to relay information, either in writing or verbally, in a professional manner, in order to write reports or relay information to the public or to the organization and its representatives.

Required

Ability to walk and/or sit continuously for at least 3 hours consecutively.

Required

Ability to hear and see to identify life threatening or criminal circumstances and communicate that information over a two-way police radio.

Required

Ability to maintain equanimity in the face of resistance, indifference or hostility.

Required

Skill in working independently and following through on assignments and duties with minimal direction.

Required

Ability to attend to detail and follow through on all assigned duties and tasks to completion in a proscribed period of time.

Required

Ability to adhere to all scheduling requirements.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

Clery Act: The position is a designated CSA (Campus Security Authority) under Clery Act requirements.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Other University Setting(s)

Location:

Varies according to Assignment

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Other Mental Requirements

If "Mental demands other" was selected above, please explain:

Ability to maintain equanimity in the face of indifference, interference, and/or hostility.

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.