Campus Security Officer: Patrol & Emergency Response

The University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 22,912 - 38,186; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas is seeking a Security Officer to patrol academic and business facilities across KU campuses. You will secure buildings, monitor access, report maintenance and security issues, and support the KU Police Department in emergencies while remaining non-enforcement in routine operations.

This role requires extended walking and stair climbing, with shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in security or campus patrols preferred.
• Ability to perform physical duties including walking long distances and climbing stairs.

Responsibilities

• Make regular inspection tours of assigned buildings, check doors/windows, report maintenance and security issues.
• Respond to alarms, safeguard campus, assist in evacuations and provide access during emergencies.
• Complete activity logs and reports in a timely, organized manner.

Skills

Patrol procedures

Observation & reporting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Internet Explorer

Job description

The University of Kansas is seeking a Security Officer to patrol academic and business facilities across KU campuses. You will secure buildings, monitor access, report maintenance and security issues, and support the KU Police Department in emergencies while remaining non-enforcement in routine operations.

This role requires extended walking and stair climbing, with shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.