Facilities and Security Coordinator

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The UGA Libraries advance the University of Georgia's mission by providing the best possible access to recorded knowledge, actively contributing to the success of students and faculty through teaching and research services provided in physical and virtual environments, exemplifying the University's strategic priority to serve the people of Georgia and beyond, and upholding the University's commitment to diversity and inclusion. A member of the Association of Research Libraries with 75 faculty librarians and archivists, 150 staff and nearly 200 student workers, the UGA Libraries receive more than three million visits per year on average and provide services at nine locations across the Athens campus, among them the Main Library, Miller Learning Center, McBay Science Library, Special Collections Libraries and Music, Art and Education branch libraries. The UGA Libraries offer nationally distinctive special collections related to Georgia's history, politics, and public policy, and preserves one of the foremost media collections in public broadcasting. The UGA Libraries provide IT support for Georgia Library Learning Online ( GALILEO), Georgia's statewide virtual library initiative, and is home to the UGA Press and Georgia Review literary journal. Please visit libs.uga.edufor more information.

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 1pm-10pm

Friday: 12p-9p

Saturday: 930a-730p

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

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High school diploma or equivalent

CPR and First Aid certification preferred;
Valid driver's license.

The Facilities and Security Coordinator is responsible to the Main and McBay Facilities and Security Coordinator for assisting with the management of facilities operations and building security for the University of Georgia Libraries' facilities. The coordinator enforces conduct policies, monitors alarm systems, security cameras, and other related systems, and serves as a resource and authority to the student security workforce. This position also monitors building maintenance and projects by communicating with staff in the Facilities Management Division ( FMD) and other outside contractors, prepares areas for renovation and/or relocation, and assist with the coordination of special events and projects as they arise, as well as various administrative tasks in support of the building operations.

Frequent sitting, standing, walking, carrying, and reaching. Position climbs stairs, lifts or pushes objects weighing 25-50lbs; administers basic first aid, including use of an AED (automated external defibrillator)

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Based out of the Main Library, this position assists with the coordination of security operations across all Library facilities, by enforcing procedures and policies that promote a secure environment, monitoring and maintaining surveillance equipment, programing key cards, by communicating effectively with security and library workforces regarding various issues and changes, and liaising with the UGA police department as necessary. This role will also specifically assist with evening events at the Special Collections Library.

Monitors library building's physical space by performing and coordinating regular walkthroughs, monitoring the Libraries facilities ticket system, communicating effectively with UGA FMD and library employees, assisting with renovation projects, and elevating miscellaneous building-related issues as appropriate.

Assists with the supervision of a knowledgeable, competent, and welcoming student workforce by training, coordinating communication and scheduling..

Regularly staffs the security desk, providing initial, first tier service to library visitors by providing general information, directional guidance, assisting with the location of physical spaces, and by appropriately referring advanced inquiries to the correct people and departments. .

Works closely with security and facilities colleagues in other Library buildings (the McBay Science Library and the Miller Learning Center), by serving as a resource and providing assistance when needed. Provides specialized support to the Special Collections Library during evening events as needed.

Compiles usage statistics and creates written shift reports on a recuring basis.

Participates in the development and coordination of emergency plans for all library facilities by reviewing and implementing procedures for various emergencies including but not limited to those related to weather, fire, medical, or active shooter.

Maintains flexibility and awareness of changes and needs in security and facility management by assuming similar duties and responsibilities as assigned to facilitate the workflow throughout the department.

Participates in library-wide communication by reading, responding to, and initiating information transmitted via the Libraries' listserv and other communication tools. Actively participates in appropriate library-wide or departmental meetings by asking questions, seeking clarification, or initiating discussion on various issues.