Community Service Officer / Guard House Security Officer - Manalapan Police Department

To apply please send your resume to Lt H. Hussameldin at hhussameldin@manalapan.org Veterans' Preference Applies EEO Statement The Town of Manalapan does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services. Non-Smoking The Town of Manalapan is a Non-Tobacco Workplace . The Town will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum. JOB SUMMARY : The Community Service Officer – Guard House Security Officer is responsible for performing general security operations for the Town of Manalapan. The position provides a high-visibility security presence and general deterrence to protect municipal property and promote public safety. Work is performed primarily in a guard house setting and surrounding areas, involving routine and occasionally complex security-related assignments with daily interaction with residents, visitors, and Town employees. Duties are carried out under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The work examples in this description are intended only as an illustration of the various types of duties that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from job performance requirements if work is similar or related to the job. Provide a highly visible security presence at assigned guard house locations and surrounding areas to deter criminal activity and unauthorized access. Monitor and control access to Town facilities, properties, or designated areas as assigned. Conduct routine patrols on foot or by vehicle in the immediate area of responsibility. Observe, identify, and report suspicious activity, safety hazards, or security concerns to supervising personnel. Maintain daily logs, reports, and records related to security activities, incidents, and citizen contacts. Provide courteous assistance and information to residents, visitors, contractors, and Town personnel. Enforce Town policies, rules, and procedures related to access control and property security. Respond appropriately to alarms, disturbances, or emergency situations and notify police personnel as required. Assist sworn police officers as directed within the scope of the position. Maintain professional appearance and conduct at all times while representing the Town of Manalapan. Follows Town and public safety guidelines and protocols and performs job functions in a safe manner; reports all safety hazards per established policies and procedures. Responds to inquiries, questions and comments from the public per established standards and protocols; responds to and resolves inquiries, issues and complaints. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays current on new trends and best practices. Ability to perform basic computer functions, including use of a keyboard and mouse. Ability to use standard office equipment and software such as computers, email systems, and basic word processing applications. Ability to enter, retrieve, and update information in computerized logs, databases, or record-keeping systems. Ability to operate security-related computer systems, including access control, visitor management, or surveillance monitoring systems, after training. Ability to learn and use Town-approved software applications as required. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is performed primarily in a guard house and outdoor patrol environment. May require standing, sitting, walking, and patrolling for extended periods. May be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and during adverse weather conditions. Ability to communicate clearly in person and by radio or telephone. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a U.S. Citizen (born or naturalized). No conviction of felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or domestic violence. Prior military service must have been completed with an Honorable Discharge. Applicants must possess before the date of hire a valid State of Florida Driver's License. The required license and related endorsement must be maintained during the term of employment Vision must be corrected to 20/40. Acceptable hearin