Security officer - public safety Job at LexingtonFayette Urban County Government, Lexington, KY

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  • LexingtonFayette Urban County Government
  • Lexington, KY

Job Description

SALARY

The minimum salary is $17.415 per hour

This position is eligible for overtime (non-exempt), if applicable.

Pay Grade 511

FILING DEADLINE DATE

The deadline to apply is Wednesday, October 1, 2025

GENERAL DESCRIPTION



The purpose of this job is to provide 24/7 security at multiple city government buildings and maintain a secure and safe environment for all employees and visitors.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • High school Diploma, GED or equivalent
  • No experience required. Security experience preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Manages the flow of visitors entering city operated buildings to maintain security of the premises and guards against theft
  • Monitor CCTV system for unusual activities
  • Answers alarms and investigates disturbances
  • Conduct walking/vehicle patrols during each shift to maintain a safe environment
  • Circulates among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property
  • Assists with security in Council meetings
  • Monitor buildings for fire, electrical, water and any other issue that may cause damage
  • Writes reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as property damage, theft or the presence of unauthorized persons
  • Performs related work as assigned

SPECIAL LICENSE/CERTIFICATION



Valid Driver's license

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to work shifts, weekends and holidays
  • May be required to work flexible hours and call-back duty
  • Individuals recommended for employment will be required to submit to a drug test and background check

HOW TO APPLY



Submit LFUCG electronic application through lexingtonky.gov/jobs and attach/upload applicable documents to verify your education, training, certification/license(s), or DD214 (for military preference with appropriate discharge) by filing deadline date.



RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE APPLICATION , but are highly encouraged to be attached/uploaded to the application.


Please note that the section titled "Application Questionnaire" has to be completed every time a new or revised application is submitted. Even if other information is pre-filled, the Questionnaire does not transfer.



***APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO COMPLETE THE ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FURTHER***

CLOSING STATEMENT

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package. Links to our most popular benefits are below:

  • Health and wellness benefits: lexingtonky.gov/benefits
  • Paid and unpaid time off benefits: lexingtonky.gov/working/employee-handbook#chapter-4-paid-and-unpaid-time-off-benefits
  • Direct depo sit is required of all employees.

The LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and as such is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and other aspects of employment.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For further information, call, e-mail, or visit:



Division of Human Resources
200 East Main St.
Lexington, KY 40507


Phone: (859) 258-3030
Website: lexingtonky.gov/jobs
E-mail: jobs@lexingtonky.gov

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work,

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