Armed Security Officer
Location: Tulsa, OK, United States · Reference: 607
Essential Functions (Responsibilities):
Patrol
Informs the Lieutenant–Patrol, Armed Security Officer Lead, or supervisor
of any unusual situations or circumstances that come to their attention.
Patrol assigned areas securing scheduled buildings and ensuring safety of
university property.
Patrol assigned areas of the university property making inquiries and
inspection oriented towards protecting of life and property, preventing
crime and accidents.
Maintain regular radio contact with the Communication Center reporting any
unusual situations and requesting assistance from police or fire.
Properly investigate all assigned incidents that occur on university
property and document the findings of the investigation on department
report forms.
Observes and reports any faulty or unsafe equipment and/or conditions.
Enforces University safety, parking, and traffic regulations by the
issuance of University citations.
Provides emergency first aid to injured or ill person(s) and assists in
the transportation of these persons when necessary.
Admits authorized person(s) into secured buildings, facilities, and
rooms during business and non-business hours.
Responds to building alarms.
Responds to calls for assistance.
Assists stranded motorists by jump-starting batteries, changing flat
tires, and pushing disabled vehicles.
Provides crowd and/or traffic control during scheduled activities and/or
emergency situations.
Provides basic information, direction, and assistance to university
personnel, students, and visitors.
Gilcrease Museum
Conducting daily verification of gallery inventories.
Monitoring the museum's CCTV and alarm systems.
Assisting with the daily opening and closing of the museum.
Security
Makes crucial decisions under stress and is held accountable for the
result.
De-escalates difficult situations and accompanies unauthorized individuals
off university owned and controlled property.
Determines when, and under what circumstances, to use non-lethal or deadly
force.
Defend themselves and others in actual physical combat.
Provides security during the transportation of large sums of cash, and/or
other valuables.
Administrative
Investigates all assigned incidents and accurately documents the
investigation results into an incident reporting system.
Accurately completes all necessary administrative forms and reports.
Testifies clearly and truthfully during campus conduct hearings and legal
court proceedings.
Required to complete all assigned University and department training.
Special Considerations
May be subjected to bodily harm with the possibility of loss of life.
May be subjected to public criticism and social pressures that create
stress.
May encounter both health and safety hazards and wear required personal
protective equipment.
Occasionally remain on duty, beyond assigned shift in the event of an
emergency.
Occasionally work outside assigned shift hours due to an increased
workload or special university events.
Occasional additional duties as determined by the University, department,
Director of TU Security, Captain – Patrol, or Captain - Gilcrease.
Knowledge/Skill/Ability Equivalent Education/Experience
Proficiency utilizing a computer with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Outlook, and Teams software;
Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills;
Ability to de-escalate potentially dangerous and emotional situations.
Ability to work with minimal supervision;
Ability to exercise total discretion in managing sensitive and
confidential information;
Ability to meet and maintain the firearms qualification standards
established by the University of Tulsa Security Department;
Ability to successfully meet and maintain the physical fitness standards
established by the University of Tulsa Security Department.
Be at least 21 years of age;
High School Diploma or GED;
Valid OK State Driver's License;
Successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination, vision
screening and a 10-panel drug screening;
Ability to meet and maintain the requirements set forth in 59 O.S.,
section 1750.1 et seq., The Oklahoma Security Guard and Private
Investigator Act; Must be eligible to be certified for CLEET: Phases 1-4
(Private Investigator & Armed) within (6) months of appointment;
Previous experience in physical security, loss prevention, military
service, or close protection. (Preferred)
Special Job Dimensions:
The Armed Security Officer position requires physical stamina to perform
assigned shift in all types of environmental conditions, safely operate a
motor vehicle, safely perform bicycle patrols, perform foot patrol, stand for
extended periods of time, defend themselves and others in actual physical
combat, occasionally lift and move people or heavy objects, climb or jump
physical obstacles, and run various distances.
This position requires shift work - hours and days may vary. May be required
to work holidays, weekends, and/or after hours for special events hosted on
university properties. May be subject to call back in the event of an
emergency or because of special events. Will be assigned a primary location,
but may be required to work at a different site on occasion, e.g. main campus,
Oxley Health Sciences Facility, Gilcrease Museum.
Note: The essential job functions and associated qualifications
contained in this document describe the general nature and level of the work
performed. They are not intended to represent an exhaustive listing or be
inclusive of all aspects of the job. The tasks and procedures involved in the
performance of the essential job functions may vary from day-to-day. Major
changes in areas of responsibility may occur, as directed by management, and
will require revision of this job description.
