Job description
New Mexico State University is a comprehensive land-grant institution of higher learning accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities. An active research university, NMSU anchors the southern end of New Mexico’s Rio Grande Research Corridor, exceeding $140 million in research and public service expenditures. NMSU is classified as a Hispanic-serving institution by the federal government with a total minority enrollment over 48%. Home to the state’s NASA Space Grant Program, NMSU is located in Las Cruces, which features desert mesas, the farmlands of the Rio Grande Valley, and the Organ Mountains, an extension of the Rocky Mountain chain. The University is committed to building a cultural diverse educational environment.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Temporary security are assigned to work NMSU special events such as sports, concerts and campus activities that require security presence. They assist in setting up and conducting bag searches at entrances; alcohol monitoring at events; assisting police officers with ingress/egress of cars in the parking lots; assist with escorts; event control over watch; cash room security and assist police officer with traffic control at crash sites; and crowd control.
Classification Summary
Provide high level security services at special events while under the authority of the NMSU police department. Responsible for monitoring for and identification of illegal and/or dangerous situations. Provides crowd management, access and traffic control, alcohol server support and emergency response.
Classification Standard Duties
Provides a uniformed presence to protect property and maintain a high visibility presence to deter illegal activity. Communicate directly with law enforcement officials as well as the public. Warn persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehend or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary. Monitor and authorize entrance of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises. Write reports such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences. Operate detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas. Assist with emergency evacuations of facilities. Conduct protective sweeps of assigned areas. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, laws, regulations and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules
Skills
Skilled in communicating effectively to include giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Talking to others to convey information effectively. Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Abilities
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. Using sound judgment and decision making to include logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions. Ability to identify problems and act appropriately to include knowing when to intervene and when to call for help. The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). The ability to see near and far as well as hear in a crowded or noisy environment. The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Ability to safely operate a variety of motor vehicles under normal and high congestion traffic. Ability to use issued equipment including radios, computers, force options, and traffic control equipment. Ability to stand for long periods of time in all types of weather. Ability to work varying hours both day and night.
Required Education
High School Diploma Or GED
Required Experience
No Previous Work Experience Required
Equivalency Preferred Qualifications Required Certification/License
Must pass a criminal history, background, and fingerprint check. A valid New Mexico driver’s license will be required. May also be required to complete psychological and drug screen exams. Must be at least 18 years old.
Special Requirements
This Is A Part-Time Temp Position.
Other Departmental Requirements
This posting may be utilized to fill multiple positions.
Standard Work Schedule Shift: Other Shift If not a Standard Work Schedule, please describe
Various
Physical Work Location State NM-New Mexico Physical Work Location County, if in New Mexico DA-Dona Ana Work Site Contingent Upon Funding Contingent upon funding Bargaining Unit Eligible Posting Announcement Statement This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Tenure Track No Posting Date 07/15/2022 Closing Date 12/31/2022 Anticipated Job Begin Date (optional) 08/01/2022 Anticipated Job End Date, if applicable (optional) 06/30/2023 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
This is a temporary appointment with a predetermined end date not to exceed 1 year and is subject to an earlier termination if necessary. Temporary employees have no entitlement or expectation of continued employment during or beyond the appointment period. Position may average up to 29 hours per week.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.nmsu.edu/postings/46944
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment
Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Physical Effort
Moderate physical activity.
Lifting Requirements
Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.
Risk
Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
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