Security Patrol Officer
Applications for this vacancy closed on 5 April 2024 at 12:00PM
Join the esteemed Security Services Team at Oxford University!
At Oxford University Security Services, we're not just safeguarding people and
buildings; we're protecting the future. As part of a team renowned for
excellence, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and security of
our prestigious institution.
**About Oxford University**
The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an
international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research
plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon
emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.
**Oxford University Security Services**
Security Services deliver safety and security across the University estate. It
provides a central alarm and CCTV monitoring service, supported by
intelligence-led security patrols, and a mobile response capability to attend
any incidents.
Security patrols are carried out to prevent crime and to reassure staff,
students and visitors across the estate. Other responsibilities include
management of car parking, security training for staff, crime awareness
briefings for staff and students, crime prevention and reduction initiatives
and security for VIP visits, major University ceremonial occasions and student
demonstrations.
The job of the post holder is to work as part of the University Security
Services team delivering safety and security 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
aimed at maintaining a safe and secure environment in which to work, study and
visit.
**What We Offer**
As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is
reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:
• Induction training delivered by Security Services Training Officer
• A Tutor Officer to support your early development
• Boot and clothing allowance and free uniform
• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 34 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
**About the Role**
As a uniformed Patrol Officer, you will provide intelligence led foot and
vehicle patrols of the city-wide Collegiate University estate, delivering
reassurance to staff, students and visitors whilst being a visible deterrent
to those wishing to commit crimes or disrupt the University’s day-to-day
functions.
Security Patrol Officers respond and resolve a wide-range of incidents that
occur throughout University buildings, museums, parks and gardens and support
the work of all emergency services, local authorities and charitable agencies.
While conducting security patrols you will be required to identify and report
any safety or security hazards that are likely to cause damage to University
premises or, loss, damage or injury to persons including fire, flood, and
intrusion. You will respond to information received about breaches of the
University car parking conditions and take appropriate action.
During control room duty you will be monitoring communications and alarm from
across the University Estate. Utilising CCTV to monitor the estate to prevent
crime and incident by directing Security Patrol Officers to assist and summon
the emergency services when necessary.
You will join an operational team working 12 hour shifts over three
consecutive days and nights rolling shift roster, (three-day duties followed
by three rest days, followed by three-night duties, three rest days).
**About You**
Security Patrol Officer is a customer facing role that will require you wear
the prescribed uniform and maintain a smart, tidy appearance at all times. You
will be an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and be
able to develop good rapport with all those you interact with.
You will be willing and able to work closely with colleagues as part of a
cohesive team, maintain a calm, friendly and professional approach and be able
to work in line with operational need.
You will be competent in the use of a range of technologies used in the
security industry that you will operate to assist the day to day delivery of
the service, this will include operating CCTV systems. You will require good
up to date computer literacy skills, be familiar with Microsoft and web-based
packages and consistently apply attention to detail. You demonstrate a
willingness to learn new skills to operate changing IT based systems and new
technological developments.
You will require a full UK or European driving license and able to drive
University owned manual vehicles to provide an immediate response to reported
incidents. You will be required to undertake mental health awareness training
and obtain a first aid qualification.
**Application Process**
Please direct informal enquiries about the post to Mark Curtis, Deputy Head
and Operations Manager for Security Services via
**ouss.administration@admin.ox.ac.uk**
To apply for this position, please submit the following documents as part of
your online application:
• Covering letter/supporting statement
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Contact details of two referees (only contacted if you are successful)
Only applications received **before 12 pm on Friday 5 April 2024 can be
considered.**
**Interviews will be held in-person on the week commencing 22 April 2024.**
At Oxford University Security Services, we're not just safeguarding people and
buildings; we're protecting the future. As part of a team renowned for
excellence, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and security of
our prestigious institution.
**About Oxford University**
The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an
international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research
plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon
emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.
**Oxford University Security Services**
Security Services deliver safety and security across the University estate. It
provides a central alarm and CCTV monitoring service, supported by
intelligence-led security patrols, and a mobile response capability to attend
any incidents.
Security patrols are carried out to prevent crime and to reassure staff,
students and visitors across the estate. Other responsibilities include
management of car parking, security training for staff, crime awareness
briefings for staff and students, crime prevention and reduction initiatives
and security for VIP visits, major University ceremonial occasions and student
demonstrations.
The job of the post holder is to work as part of the University Security
Services team delivering safety and security 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
aimed at maintaining a safe and secure environment in which to work, study and
visit.
**What We Offer**
As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is
reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:
• Induction training delivered by Security Services Training Officer
• A Tutor Officer to support your early development
• Boot and clothing allowance and free uniform
• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 34 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
**About the Role**
As a uniformed Patrol Officer, you will provide intelligence led foot and
vehicle patrols of the city-wide Collegiate University estate, delivering
reassurance to staff, students and visitors whilst being a visible deterrent
to those wishing to commit crimes or disrupt the University’s day-to-day
functions.
Security Patrol Officers respond and resolve a wide-range of incidents that
occur throughout University buildings, museums, parks and gardens and support
the work of all emergency services, local authorities and charitable agencies.
While conducting security patrols you will be required to identify and report
any safety or security hazards that are likely to cause damage to University
premises or, loss, damage or injury to persons including fire, flood, and
intrusion. You will respond to information received about breaches of the
University car parking conditions and take appropriate action.
During control room duty you will be monitoring communications and alarm from
across the University Estate. Utilising CCTV to monitor the estate to prevent
crime and incident by directing Security Patrol Officers to assist and summon
the emergency services when necessary.
You will join an operational team working 12 hour shifts over three
consecutive days and nights rolling shift roster, (three-day duties followed
by three rest days, followed by three-night duties, three rest days).
**About You**
Security Patrol Officer is a customer facing role that will require you wear
the prescribed uniform and maintain a smart, tidy appearance at all times. You
will be an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and be
able to develop good rapport with all those you interact with.
You will be willing and able to work closely with colleagues as part of a
cohesive team, maintain a calm, friendly and professional approach and be able
to work in line with operational need.
You will be competent in the use of a range of technologies used in the
security industry that you will operate to assist the day to day delivery of
the service, this will include operating CCTV systems. You will require good
up to date computer literacy skills, be familiar with Microsoft and web-based
packages and consistently apply attention to detail. You demonstrate a
willingness to learn new skills to operate changing IT based systems and new
technological developments.
You will require a full UK or European driving license and able to drive
University owned manual vehicles to provide an immediate response to reported
incidents. You will be required to undertake mental health awareness training
and obtain a first aid qualification.
**Application Process**
Please direct informal enquiries about the post to Mark Curtis, Deputy Head
and Operations Manager for Security Services via
**ouss.administration@admin.ox.ac.uk**
To apply for this position, please submit the following documents as part of
your online application:
• Covering letter/supporting statement
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Contact details of two referees (only contacted if you are successful)
Only applications received **before 12 pm on Friday 5 April 2024 can be
considered.**
**Interviews will be held in-person on the week commencing 22 April 2024.**
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Join the esteemed Security Services Team at Oxford University! At Oxford University Security Services, we're not just safeguarding people and buildings; we're protecting the future. As part of a team renowned for excellence, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and security of our prestigious institution. About Oxford University The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic. Oxford University Security ... Join the esteemed Security Services Team at Oxford University!
At Oxford University Security Services, we're not just safeguarding people and buildings; we're protecting the future. As part of a team renowned for excellence, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and security of our prestigious institution. **About Oxford University** The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic. **Oxford University Security Services** Security Services deliver ... |
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