Job Location Oklahoma City Housing Authority - Oklahoma City, OK 73117 Salary Range $42,012.00 - $63,018.00 Salary
This position is considered Safety-sensitive under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act
SCOPE:
The primary function of the Sergeant is to assist the Chief of Security with the protection of OCHA residents and property, investigations, apprehension of suspected criminals, routine security functions, supervision and training of personnel.
The work hours for this position are not standard. The employee must be available to work evenings and weekends.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Responsible to the Chief of Security through assigned supervisor.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
Performs and supervises daily patrol activities.
Must have the ability to demonstrate and maintain proficiency in firearms.
Ensures compliance with Security Department policies and procedures.
Reviews and approves daily written reports. Should posses a high level of written and verbal communication skills.
Investigates complaints from residents and counsels with residents.
Assists in making arrests.
Maintains excellent working relationship with City, County, State and Federal Law Enforcement agencies to provide maximum resident protection.
Maintains an excellent knowledge of City-County ordinances, State Laws, and criminal and civil processes.
Counsels, directs, and evaluates security personnel.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
High School Diploma, or equivalent, Three years of experience in law enforcement or security work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to meet and satisfy the requirements set forth in Title 59, Oklahoma Statutes, Section 1750.4(H)(2) for Armed Security Guard. The ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with others, deals tactfully with the public, and retains proprietary information as confidential. Must possess strong human relations skills. Possess a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record. Ability to comply with Authority attendance policies. The ability to possess and be able to maintain CLEET armed security license.
PREFERRED
Demonstrated leadership and administrative abilities. Degree in related field.
PHYSICAL
Day and night vision sufficient to identify people, items and places in low light/night environment. Ability to be able to communicate effectively and clearly in person and by radio/telephone. Ability to enter all areas of all OCHA housing units without assistance. All physical requirements are evaluated based on the ability to perform, with or without reasonable accommodations under the ADA.
This position is not eligible to telework.
The Oklahoma City Housing Authority (OCHA) exists to fulfill its mission of providing affordable, decent, safe and sanitary housing or housing assistance with quality environments and opportunities to low or fixed income residents of Oklahoma City.
OCHA has several housing programs that assist in fulfilling our mission. OCHA owns and operates 2,920 Public Housing Apartments that are directly subsidized by HUD. In addition to the Public Housing Program, OCHA administers the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program which is also funded by HUD. Our Housing Choice Voucher Program provides 4,696 vouchers used by low-income families to cover a portion of the monthly rent for privately owned apartments or homes. In total, OCHA provides 7,616 units of low-income assisted housing in all areas of Oklahoma City.
