SECURITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR
DEFINITION
Under the direction of a Supervising Security Systems Operator,
performs various tasks involving the operation of closed circuit security
cameras and/or other security system equipment; Using numerous controls,
recorders, television monitors and/or other security equipment,
monitors an assigned area of duty from a work station; recognizes and
responds to emergency, criminal and/or disorderly activities and may make
recordings of these events; does other related duties as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only.
A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this
job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Monitors an assigned area of duty from a work station using video
or surveillance equipment.
Notes and reports conditions which constitute a danger and/or hazard
and takes the appropriate action to report such events to the supervisor
and/or police department.
Requests emergency police, fire and medical units to areas where needed.
Assists law enforcement by viewing locations where police units are
dispatched to ascertain if there are any dangers present before the
police units arrive.
Keeps all viewed events confidential unless instructed otherwise by a
supervisor or administrator.
Appears and testifies in court as required.
Familiarizes self with assigned area of duty.
Uses desktop computers to enter required reports.
Uses security equipment, materials, and supplies properly to prevent
damage to said equipment.
May operate closed circuit television (CCTV) security cameras and
other related security equipment.
Checks security equipment at beginning and end of shift to ensure
the equipment is in working order.
Prepares simple, clear, accurate, informative and legible reports.
In a CCTV security unit, obtains images (close-ups) of individuals
and vehicles involved in emergency and law enforcement related incidents
using the pan, tilt and zoom abilities of the security cameras.
In a CCTV security unit, makes copies of images to CD/DVD/VHS or
makes still prints as needed or required by police, prosecutor,
or city law department.
In a CCTV security unit, sends images to the police Central Communications
Bureau as required or directed by his/her supervisor.
In a CCTV security unit, becomes familiar with system components and terminology.
In a CCTV security unit, limits CTV Control Room access to authorized individuals.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or
manual recording and information system used by the agency, office,
or related units.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey
only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary
to perform the essential duties of the position.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Appointees may be required to complete a training course that covers
the security equipment they will be responsible for operating. In addition,
the appointee will be trained on how to recognize and react to
various types of situations.
NOTE: Appointees may be required to pass a background examination.
KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of security monitoring procedures and techniques after
a period of training.
Ability to recognize emergency situations, criminal activity, disorderly
or abnormal behavior and respond/react accordingly.
Ability to understand, remember and carry out oral and written directions.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information obtained.
Ability to read and discern visual images on a television monitor.
Ability to testify accurately in a court of law.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
with coworkers and others involved in the work of the unit.
In a CCTV unit, ability to learn to operate and maintain security
camera equipment.
In a CCTV unit, ability to learn to send images to the Police Department¿s
Central Communications Bureau.
In a CCTV unit, ability to learn to use the recorders copy function to
make VHS tapes and CD/DVD disks.
Ability to prepare accurate and factual reports.
Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual
recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related
units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English
sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language
or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can
perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is
made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because
it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
