Security Officer

Why Job Corps? Imagine a career where your success is measured by the progress of the aspiring young students you serve.
You can inspire others to realize their full potential, achieve their goals, and maximize their abilities at Oneonta Job Corps.
Our team is committed to making a difference, one amazing student at a time.
We invite you to do the same in this exciting role.
What is Job Corps? Job Corps is the country's most extensive nationwide residential career training program and has been operating for over 60 years.
The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24, complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.
Job Corps has trained and educated over two million individuals since 1964.
Oneonta Job Corps offers training in the Medical Trades: Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, and Medical Administrative Assistant.
Auto Trades: Auto Body Collision and Repair, Auto Mechanics, Auto Technology.
Construction Trades: Tile Setting, Cement Mason, and Electrical.
Advanced Trades: Overhead Line Electrical, Rural Underground Distribution, SMART Meter, and Drone Piloting.
Position Available: Security Officer We are seeking a full-time Security Officer.
Oneonta Job Corps offers an opportunity to use this position as a stepping stone to a career in law enforcement or gain the skills needed to be a New York State Certified Security Guard.
OJCA offers free Security Guard Training with a one-year employment commitment.
Duties and Responsibilities will include: Patrolling assigned areas on campus while being alert for disturbances, safety hazards, traffic violators, suspicious acts, suspicious persons, and other unusual conditions Enforcing all authorized laws, rules, and regulations Enforcing corporate, and center policies, procedures, rules, and regulations Performing Building and property Safety and Security checks Assist staff with extinguishing disturbances Assisting staff and students in addressing issues including de-escalation of behavior, providing escort services as needed/as directed and monitoring activities via camera surveillance systems Receiving complaints and conducting appropriate preliminary investigations (training provided) Performing traffic and parking control duties Enforcing the center entry and pass policy Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.
Employees will perform any other related duties as needed, and as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization and the center.
Skills & Competencies: Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Knowledge of Law Enforcement Procedures Basic knowledge of riot, and crowd control procedures and proven ability to appropriately intervene in/with physical altercations Excellent interpersonal, meditation, and problem-solving skills Ability to work with large groups of students, including students with special needs Proficient with the use of common computer software such as Office 365 (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook email, etc.
) Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Six months of experience in a security or security-related field Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record Must possess a NYS Security Guard Certificate, or acquire one within three months of hire ADA REQUIREMENTS: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals however, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health, or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose an undue hardship on the company.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The term "qualified individual with a disability" means, an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.
Physical Activities: Reading, Writing, and Communicating fluently in English Hearing and speaking to express ideas and/or to exchange information in person or over the phone Seeing to read labels, posters, documents, PC Screens, etc.
Sitting, standing, moving about, or walking for occasional, or frequent periods Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, two-way radio, and other office equipment Kneeling, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching overhead Retrieving and storing files and supplies; occasionally carrying and/or lifting light objects Working Conditions: Campus and general office setting Indoor and outdoor environment Driving a vehicle (bus, van, auto) occasionally in variable traffic and weather conditions Exposure to possible confrontations, fights Benefits: Company Paid Premiums for Medical Coverage (Employee only) and reduced rates for Family Coverage Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Additional Life Insurance Short Term Disability 401K Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program, and Other Add-Ons Paid vacation and sick time (2 weeks each, which you will accrue as you work) 12 Paid Holidays (Thanksgiving and Christmas are two-day holidays) Free access to our Weight and Cardio Rooms and low-cost meals from our dining hall ($3.
00 per meal) daily.
Oneonta Job Corps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
As of September 17, 2023 - Under the NYS DOL Pay Transparency Law, employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who discuss their compensation with coworkers.