City and County of San Francisco

Under general supervision, the Supervising Building and Grounds Patrol Officer assists in supervising the overall security operations of assigned buildings and grounds. The essential functions of this job code include: supervising the line security operations of the assigned buildings and grounds; scheduling officers to meet security needs of the assigned buildings and grounds; observing and inspecting officers and their assigned areas to assure compliance with policies and procedures; monitoring and evaluating officer performance; carrying out transition procedures between shifts; assisting in incident resolution; providing ongoing employee training; communicating to appropriate management regarding maintenance and security conditions; resolving complaints and providing back-up support to officers.

The 8211 Supervising Building and Grounds Patrol Officer supervises the work of subordinate staff who provide security for public facilities.

Provides supervision, training and scheduling of subordinate staff.

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Supervises the line security operations of assigned buildings and grounds; may assist officers in securing assigned buildings and grounds; schedules officers to meet security needs of assigned buildings and grounds; conducts regular patrols of assigned buildings and grounds.

2. Observes and inspects officers and their assigned areas to assure compliance with established policies and procedures and the maintenance of professional standards; monitors and evaluates performance; carries out transition procedures between shifts; assists in incident resolution as needed; provides ongoing employee training.

3. Inspects buildings to assure that they are property secured.

4. When necessary, apprehends persons engaged in acts of vandalism and theft and turns them over to police authorities or reports such action immediately to the Police Department; questions persons seeking entry to public buildings; enforces security regulations.

Knowledge of: Public buildings and locations operated by various city departments; departmental regulations governing use of city facilities; general security procedures, dealing with the public, and emergency plans relative to securing buildings and property against theft, damage, fire, or unauthorized entry

Ability and Skill to: Carry out written and oral instructions; act quickly in emergencies, prepare and submit operational reports on patrol activities; develop and train employees, monitor and correct employee performance, and manage time to ensure priority situations or problems are addressed; deal effectively, tactfully and courteously with members of the public and co-workers. Requires the physical agility and stamina necessary to enforce security regulations and apprehend and hold persons involved in acts of vandalism or seeking illegal entry.

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification.  Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent (GED or High School Proficiency Examination); AND

Experience:
Three (3) years of work experience as a special police officer, security guard or other similar work; AND

License and Certification:
Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Positions in Supervising Building and Grounds Patrol Officer are responsible for sustained physical effort involving considerable standing and walking for extended periods of time. Incumbents may be required to work any shift, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime may be assigned as necessary; may wear a uniform and carry a weapon; may operate radio transmitting and receiving equipment; follow established procedures regarding the enforcement of security regulations and the apprehension of persons violating the access and use of public facilities; prepare and submit operational reports on patrol activities; recognize various types of weapons and/or contraband which indicates element of danger; give directions and answer questions relative to work area; make contact with the general public in connection with enforcement of rules and regulations.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION
Possession of a valid California Penal Code, Section 832 “Arrest Course” certificate

ORIGINATION DATE: 12/28/09

AMENDED DATE: 8/24/15