GUARD (WAE)
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THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT THE DEPARTMENT OF TRAFFIC AND PARKINGTHIS POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS A PART-TIME WAENOTE: A Classified WAE (when actually employed) is a temporary job appointment used to fill a position in the classified service for a limited duration.The classified WAE job appointment may not to exceed 1245 hours in a 12-month period.This position is not eligible for benefits or paid holidays.No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.To apply for this vacancy, click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*For further information about this vacancy contact:Mikhale R. WilliamsSouthern University and A&M CollegeP.O. Box 10400Baton Rouge, LA 70813Phone: 225-###-####Fax: 225-###-####Criminal background check and reference verification is required.The Southern University System (System) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. The System does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the SUS. Please inform ...@subr.edu if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in this application process.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:No experience or training is required.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Must have attained eighteenth birthday at time of appointment.May be required to possess a valid Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment.An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.Function of Work:To maintain security of facilities and grounds of state institutions by preventing crime and vandalism; or, to maintain traffic and parking control and enforcement of traffic and parking regulations.Level of Work:Experienced.Supervision Received:General from a Guard Supervisor.Supervision Exercised:None.Location of Work:May be used by all state agencies.Job Distinctions:Differs from a Guard Supervisor by lack of supervisory responsibility.GENERAL GUARD DUTIES:Guards highly valuable property, such as public locks, state hospitals, schools, grounds, etc.Patrols an assigned area.Checks security of buildings and grounds.Checks persons on public wharfs or docks to determine if they possess proper identification and permits.Checks identification of persons who enter facilities or grounds.Monitors alarm boards for signs of disturbances.Conducts preliminary investigations relevant to disturbances within an assigned area.Interviews disturbances in order to restore peace.TRAFFIC GUARD DUTIES:Directs traffic at state office building complexes.Dispatches tow trucks to remove illegally parked vehicles.Supervises students and temporary employees as required.Issues traffic citations and parking violations.Responds to various emergencies and problems that impact on traffic control.Erects barricades, temporary signs, and ribbons for parking and traffic control.Moves barricades and signs.Makes an inventory of vehicles prior to impoundment.Impounds vehicles and releases vehicles from impoundment including completion of auditable forms and accounting for monies collected.Performs parking and traffic surveys.Uses computer for status checks on vehicles and individuals to confirm impoundment status.Performs simple maintenance to departmental equipment including vehicles, electronic access gates, and cash machines.Provides explanation of complex and unique traffic and parking regulations.Serves as informational source to public for agency activities such as athletic events, conferences, performances, etc..