Campus Safety & Service Officer

Mercer University; Georgia; On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition waivers

Paid vacation and sick leave

Technology discounts

Work-life balance

Job summary

Mercer University’s Police Department is seeking a Security Guard to support safety on the Atlanta campus. This non-sworn role focuses on patrols, access control, and assisting students, staff, and visitors with directions and safety escorts.

The position emphasizes reporting, de-escalation, and collaboration with sworn officers when needed, with a strong commitment to professional conduct and community policing on campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or vocational diploma required.
• Some security experience is preferred.
• Ability to perform prolonged standing and walking patrols.
• Ability to operate security equipment and perform basic data entry.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative patrols and access control.
• Monitor assigned areas and report suspicious activity.
• Provide customer service to students, staff, and visitors.
• Complete written reports and maintain logs.

Skills

Patrol procedures

Access control

Customer service

Report writing

De-escalation techniques

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Two-way radios

Video surveillance systems

Access control systems

Job description

Mercer University’s Police Department is seeking a Security Guard to support safety on the Atlanta campus. This non-sworn role focuses on patrols, access control, and assisting students, staff, and visitors with directions and safety escorts.

The position emphasizes reporting, de-escalation, and collaboration with sworn officers when needed, with a strong commitment to professional conduct and community policing on campus.