Armed Campus Safety Officer

NC Community Colleges; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Davidson-Davie Community College is seeking a Safety Officer to maintain a safe and secure campus environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors. You will patrol grounds, monitor security systems, respond to emergencies and enforce campus policies.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant security or law enforcement experience, with NC certification preferred. The role requires strong observation, communication, and calm decision-making under

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Certification preferred; probationary time considered.
• Must obtain state-required security certifications and licenses for unarmed/armed security.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus by foot and vehicle to deter and detect criminal activity.
• Respond promptly to alarms, emergencies, and incidents.
• Monitor security cameras and alarm systems; report malfunctions.
• Enforce campus policies, control access to restricted areas, verify IDs.
• Assist with crowd control during events and emergencies.
• Provide directions and information about campus facilities and services.
• Prepare detailed written security incident reports and maintain patrol logs.

Skills

Observational skills

Verbal & written communication

De‑escalation & calm under pressure

Security protocols & emergency plans

Equipment & surveillance tech

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NC Basic Law Enforcement Certification

Job description

Davidson-Davie Community College is seeking a Safety Officer to maintain a safe and secure campus environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors. You will patrol grounds, monitor security systems, respond to emergencies and enforce campus policies.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant security or law enforcement experience, with NC certification preferred. The role requires strong observation, communication, and calm decision-making under