This is the second class in the Security Guard Series. Positions in this class are responsible for leading and directing Security Guards, and participating in guarding and protecting State buildings, grounds, and other properties. This class is distinguished from the Security Guard class by lead responsibilities consisting of planning, assigning, monitoring, coordinating, and reviewing the work of Security Guards.

Complexity of Work: Performs work of moderate difficulty. Makes assignments to Security Guards and provides guidance, direction, advice, technical assistance and instructions. Determines shift and work assignments and assures that established security procedures are followed. The work typically includes patrolling and inspecting assigned areas; recording observations, incidents and events and preparing related reports; determining and controlling authorized access based on established guidelines; and reporting emergency conditions and situations to appropriate authorities.

Supervision Given: Supervision of others is typically not a factor; however, positions in this class serve in a lead capacity by assigning, directing, and reviewing the work of Security Guards.

Supervision Received: General supervision is received from a higher level security, law enforcement, or administrative position. In emergency situations, positions may have to respond appropriately without immediate direction/guidance.

Scope: Positions in this class perform work which affects the safety and security of assigned areas, employees, and the general public.

Impact of Actions: Decisions could have a moderate impact in terms of significant costs in time, money, services, and public/employee goodwill if assigned areas are not adequately safeguarded.

Personal Contacts: Frequent internal and external contacts on routine matters, such as giving directions and explaining rules. Infrequent external contact with local police departments for security purposes.

Knowledge: Working knowledge of safety and security procedures.

Skills: None identified for this class.

Abilities: Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions and procedures; to lead, direct and train others in routine security procedures; to apply first aid; and to react appropriately in emergency situations.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE*

Licenses or Certification: None.

Education or Training: Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Level and Type of Experience: Some experience in related duties.

An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.

This class was redefined in December 1988 and replaces the Security Guard Foreman class as a result of the Statewide Classification Review/Specification Update Program.

Last updated: 1/16/89