NWC Senior Security Officer

* Job Number:
260376

Organization: Department of Public
Safety

Job Location: Oklahoma-Norman-Norman
Campus

Schedule:

Work Schedule: Shift work. Must be able to work nights, weekends
and holidays.

Work Type: Onsite

Salary Range: Targeted Salary: $21.00 hourly, based on
experience

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: Resume

Job Description

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National Weather Center (NWC) Senior Security Officer Serves
in an Assistant Director (or first-line) supervisor capacity as an unarmed noncommissioned public servant. Provides direct supervision and
performs as a senior unarmed, noncommissioned public servant in the areas of security, information dissemination and related security and
non-criminal law enforcement. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) by fulfilling training and reporting obligations related to campus
safety protocols.

Essential Duties:

• Provide active shift supervision for security personnel to ensure
  they are executing their duties on a daily basis, including the scheduling of personnel for shift coverage, monitoring staffing levels, and
  address safety-related issues which may arise while on shift.
• Conducts performance evaluations, coaching and positive discipline
  meetings.
• Standard shift for this position would be 8 hours, 5 days a week, and includes some weekends, holidays, and all home
  football game days.
• Provide on-the-job training of NWC Security guards in all duties; monitoring assigned shift personnel for
  adherence to policy/procedure, tardiness, appearance, grooming and work completion.
• Routine testing/quizzing and remedial training,
  if needed, of guards on the operation/use of the X-Ray machine, and other job related skill sets.
• Reviewing daily/weekly/monthly
  equipment checklists (Emergency phone system [EPS] checks, Emergency Broadcast system [EBS] checks, Phone paging system checks,
  defibrillator checks, radio checks, among others).
• Enforces appropriate university rules, city ordinances, state and federal laws.
  Responds to complaints or summons a commissioned Police Officer as appropriate.
• Making contact with members of the public, staff,
  faculty of the University, members of NOAA/NSSL, and/or students to explain regulations and/or enforcement actions taken, or to determine
  the party’s need for information, service, or assistance; referring inquiries to the appropriate resources for resolution.
• Operating
  public safety communications equipment including but not limited to conventional and cellular telephones, two-way portable radios, hand-held
  computers, video monitoring systems, and computer workstations.
• Identifying and reporting via prescribed channels various types of
  “hazards” to enable corrective action to be initiated.
• Monitoring deliveries and shipments at loading dock; scanning all incoming
  mail/packages when necessary
• Conducting periodic rounds of the NWC building, parking lots, and associated grounds.
• Assisting
  with hiring and interview process for NWC Security positions.
• Assist with the writing of training manuals, policy, and performance
  evaluations.
• Creates and implements emergency procedures, drills and training for security staff.
• Assigns duties, positions
  and special requirements for shift and events.
• Provides input for staffing and facility planning.
• Conducts opening and
  closing protocols, including arming and disarming security systems.
• Tracks, records, and maintains an accurate account of all
  incidents regarding non-criminal and or minor criminal matters.
• Performing various duties as needed or assigned to successfully
  fulfill the function of the position.

Job Requirements

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Required Education and Experience: High School diploma or GED, AND:

• 6 months of security or
  public safety experience.

Skills:

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing as
  needed.
• Ability to speak clear and concise English.
• Read and understand basic written materials.
• Basic math skills,
  basic computer skills.
• Ability to produce reports and complete work within deadlines.
• Ability to supervise staff and
  communicate directions and expectations effectively.
• Strong attention to detail in order to detect irregularities and changes in
  environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to give clear and
  concise answers to questions and give detailed directions.
• Ability to calmly and professionally handle situations.
• Ability
  to walk, climb stairs and stand for extended periods of time.
• Uses established safety practices to protect health and safety of
  personnel and property.

Certifications: none

Working Conditions:

• Physical: Regular standing or sitting. Occasionally move, bend, lift above shoulders and carry at least 30 pounds.
  Frequently use of sight to include color, depth perception, and clarity.
• Environmental: Willingness to wear and
  maintain uniforms/conform to department appearance standard. May perform shift work (nights, weekends, and holidays). Regular exposure to
  disagreeable conditions, including inclement weather, odors and loud noises.

Departmental Preferences:

• Previous OU or OUPD security experience
• CPR and first aid certifications
• Must be able to pass police and US Dept of
  Commerce background investigation.
• Valid Oklahoma Driver’s License or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date.
• Must be
  able to lift at least 62 pounds weight from the floor.
• Must be able to push a maximum force of 120 pounds.
• Must be able to
  pull a maximum force of 125 pounds.

Supervision: Serves as a first-line supervisor on assigned shifts.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University
of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at
the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community’s unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. At OU,
we aspire to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and
regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic
information, gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law), age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or
status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing,
financial aid, and educational services.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?:
Yes

Special Indications: Hiring contingent upon Post Offer Employment Testing (POET), Hiring contingent upon police
records check, Hiring contingent upon driver’s license check

Job Posting: Feb 26, 2026

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