Security Officer I

University of Wisconsin Madison
$23.00 HOURLY
life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Nov 15, 2024
Job Summary: Completes security and safety checks on institutional property by vehicle patrol, foot patrol, and bicycle patrol or at a fixed location. Responds to emergency situations, assists with safety and security investigations, and accurately documents activities according to established policies, procedures, and applicable laws. Assists with routine unit administrative operational activities. Engages in problem solving and community engagement with security issues. Provide assistance with shift operations, administrative functions, special events, specialized assignments and projects. Physical Demands Persons in this position must be able to stand or be mobile for extended periods of time. Responsibilities: Patrols selected buildings and/or sites to identify, report, and potentially resolve security issues, responds to emergencies, and assists in the investigation of incidents to provide dedicated protection and security to institution properties, students, staff and visitors. Provides assistance with administrative or operational unit tasks. 25% Completes security and safety checks on institutional property by vehicle patrol, foot patrol, and bicycle patrol or at a fixed location 20% Responds to emergency situations, assists with safety and security investigations, and accurately documents activities according to established policies, procedures, and applicable laws 20% Assists with routine unit administrative operational activities 20% Engages in problem solving and community engagement with security issues 15% Required to work special events and assignments as identified by the Division. Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent Qualifications: Previous security experience is helpful, but not required. All other employment considered. License/Certification: Required Drivers License - Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards Work Schedule: Security Officer I may be scheduled on either first shift, second shift, or third shift which may include working holidays and weekends. Schedules may include working emergencies, special events or other necessary assignments as agreed upon with management. Work Type: Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $23.00 HOURLY Depending on Qualifications The University of Wisconsin-Madison Police Department (UWPD) is committed to attracting, retaining, and rewarding a highly qualified and diverse workforce by supporting competitive and equitable compensation practices through a job framework, salary structure and clear and flexible salary administrative guidelines. Night & Weekend Differential: UWPD offers a $2.50/hr night differential for all hours worked between 6:00pm - 6:00am and a $2.00/hr weekend differential for all hours worked between 12:001am - 12:00pm on Saturday and Sunday. These differentials are layered, so when working a weekend night, you will receive both. Additional Information: The UW-Madison Police Department is pleased to offer a $4,000 hiring bonus for new full-time employees! The $4,000 bonus will be paid in three phases over the course of the new hire's first year of employment. The University of Wisconsin-Madison Police Department participates in the State of Wisconsin excellent benefit program that includes the following: - Comprehensive health insurance and prescription coverage - Dental and vision insurance - Life insurance (multiple, low-cost plans to choose from) - Wisconsin Retirement System with employer matching - Supplemental retirement programs - Accident coverage - Income continuation insurance (short & long term disability) - Flexible spending accounts (medical & dependent day care) Generous paid leave: - Vacation benefits that increase over time - Nine paid legal holidays - Paid personal holidays - Paid sick leave with unlimited sick leave accrual - 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave Other incentives: - Tuition reimbursement - Paid trainings - On duty paid workouts - On-site fitness room and group fitness activities - Department provided physical therapy - Department provided wellness massages - Wellness workshops Persons in this position must pass the initial application screening, all steps of the hiring process, an extensive background investigation, drug screen, psychological examination prior to beginning employment. How to Apply: Please click on the "Apply Now " button to start the application process. As part of the application process you will be required to upload your cover letter and resume in to the Talent Recruitment and Engagement Management System during the application process. Contact: Nate Ebert careers@uwpd.wisc.edu 608-469-3477 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Security Officer I(CP041) Department(s): A77-UNIV POLICE DEPARTMENT/POLICE SECURITY OFFICERS Employment Class: University Staff-Ongoing Job Number: 301815-CP The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.