Facilities & Security Officer

Description Position Type: Full Time, Nonexempt Salary Expected Hours of Work: Thursday through Monday; hours and days may vary depending on the needs of the organization Salary: $42,000 Summary: Facilities and Security (F&S) Officer is responsible for the safety and security of Great Lakes Science Center’s guests and visitors, employees, volunteers, vendors, partners, and property. F&S Officer is also tasked with the duty of setting up and breaking down special events and internal department requests, including, but not limited to table and chair deployment and strike. F&S Officer will assist the facilities department when requested, including shipping and receiving.

This person can recognize and meet the needs of life safety code, work in a professional manner, and multi-task during emergency situations. This position will also complete tasks, assignments, and projects under the direction of the Facilities and Security Manager.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Security Will be trained as a competent person to operate all life safety devices including the fire panel Will regularly patrol GLSC property, interior and exterior, and may be assigned to patrol the historic Steamship William G.

Mather Museum during operating season Will carry and be responsible for an issued set of security keys, an assigned GLSC two-way radio, and the duty phone Will become CPR/AED & First Aid certified and will respond to any first aid or medical emergency calls Will be responsible for the opening and/or closing of the building or Steamship during public business hours, early mornings or after hours during special events Will respond to calls for security and calls for service, including access control (locking/unlocking doors) Will be responsible for facilitating emergency evacuation in conjunction with the F&S team and GLSC floor wardens, and will respond to indicated areas to assess situation (within reason to personal safety) Will operate and monitor security surveillance cameras Will complete all required security reports and documentation, in a complete and timely manner Will complete life safety assignments on a regular basis Preform equipment checks on fire extinguishers and complete checklist Perform emergency stairwell checks; will compile a list of any deficiencies found and inform the F&S Manager Will identify and correct blocked emergency exits through the facility while performing regular patrols; will report deficiencies requiring additional assistance to the facilities team Will follow and implement GLSC’s Emergency Action Plans Facilities Will be responsible for setting up and striking special events and internal department setups Will include setting up chairs and tables throughout the building, including outside May include setup of dance floor, tents, bike racks, benches, etc., including outside May be required to move furniture within the building to accommodate setups Will be trained how to turn on and off lights and exhibits…

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