The posting
Job Description
Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.
Position: Security Guard
Location: AIDB North Campus - Decatur, AL
ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)
Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, multidisabled, and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 30,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and senior citizens with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.
Our services span a lifetime and include five campuses in Talladega, a statewide network of regional centers, Early Intervention services, traditional and nontraditional educational opportunities in residential, day, and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility known as Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB), the state’s largest employer of adults who are Blind.
ABOUT OUR LOCATION
The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind North Campus is located in Decatur, Alabama. The campus
occupies a beautiful location that sits on Highway 31 in South Decatur. This is a recently created
campus that, although under construction, is already home to a number of AIDB departments and
staff. The expansion of programs in Decatur creates new opportunities and challenges as the campus
is being created all while we continue to serve the local communities.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.
The Security Guard will work as part of the campus operations team and will make effective decisions and solve problems using sound judgment in crisis situations. This position requires individual initiative and teamwork, excellent listening skills, and physical ability and stamina such as frequent standing, walking, lifting, and guiding and/or carrying materials. The Security Guard will be required to attend extracurricular activities, work in all weather conditions, work effectively and communicate with groups and individuals of all ages in a blind, deaf, and multi-disabled community of individuals.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
You will play an important role to ensure that AIDB’s culture of inclusion is reinforced and that employees feel safe, secure, connected, recognized and proud to be a part of our organization. This will be accomplished by demonstrating flexibility, availability, and being thorough and courteous with all associated with AIDB as you carry out your responsibilities. You will be approachable and display a professional appearance and positive attitude. You will work independently as well as part of a team environment. You will be eager to help, learn, and will adapt easily to ever changing situations as we continue to plan and grow the campus. You will support our 24-hour campus operations department which includes our security, transportation, and facility maintenance programs to name a few.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED
- Two (2) years of verifiable work history in a security related role
- Valid Driver License and eligibility for AIDB insurance
- Must meet suitability/background requirements for employment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Law Enforcement or Military experience
- Two years Campus Security experience
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Security Operations & Oversight
- Patrol & Inspection: Conduct foot patrols (walking 5+ miles per shift) and check buildings and doors to ensure total campus security. Report any trespassers to local law enforcement and document accordingly.
- Incident Management: Prepare Incident and Offense reports, ensuring accuracy and proper distribution to relevant departments. Submit reports in a timely manner.
- Event Safety: Help coordinate and manage safety and security logistics for special events held on campus.
- Communication Mastery: Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication, including efficient use of cellular devices and email.
- Alarms: Respond to all alarms and work with AIDB personnel, first responders and technicians to reach a resolution.
- Enforcement: Maintain and enforce traffic and parking regulations on AIDB properties. Respond to all security needs on AIDB campuses & properties. Handle incidents in a professional and appropriate manner demonstrating sound judgement and decorum.
Facility & Fleet Support
- Maintenance Liaison: Answer maintenance calls, assess situations, and notify appropriate on-call personnel or create work orders.
- Vehicle Readiness: Work with the Lead Security Guard to ensure security vehicles are maintained, including inspections, oil changes, and cleaning.
- Emergency Drills: Attend and participate in all Campus Safety and Security drills conducted at AIDB facilities.
Abilities and Certifications
- Sign Language Proficiency: Obtain a sign language proficiency level of SURVIVAL within 12 months and SURVIVAL PLUS within 36 months of employment according to AIDB evaluation system.
- Flexibility: Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays, to meet campus needs.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds (or more with assistance) as needed.
- Policy Adherence: Maintain thorough knowledge of all AIDB rules and emergency procedures, ensuring consistent enforcement of campus policies. Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB. This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities, and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.
For eligible employees, the following benefits are available:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance available
- TRS retirement
- Deferred compensation options available
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
SALARY:
Level 1: $15.69 - $18.30 per hour Scale C5 Rank 32
- Meets basic qualifications (these are minimum qualifications)
Level 2: $16.33 - $19.27 per hour Scale C5 Rank 34
- Two years campus security experience, Mental Health First Aide Certification, Autism Awareness Training and Certification for LEO & First Responders; AVIRT certification
Level 3: $18.02 - $21.43 per hour Scale C5 Rank 38
- Meets all level 2 and completed NASRO training
**Night Shift differential pay of $.50 per hours for any hours worked between 10pm – 6am**
260 days
Direct deposit required.
About Us
The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education,
rehabilitation and service program serving individuals of all ages who are deaf, blind, deafblind and
multi-disabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 30,000 infants, toddlers,
children, adults and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year. Our services
literally span a lifetime including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located in
Birmingham, Dothan, Huntsville, Mobile, Montgomery, Talladega, Tuscaloosa, Tuscumbia, Opelika
and Decatur with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and
nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings and a manufacturing facility that
is the state’s largest employer of adults who are blind and deaf.
