Campus Security Officer: Resident Safety & Emergency Response

Covenant Retirement Communities & Covenant Care; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

403(b) with employer match

Fitness center access

Tuition assistance and scholarships

Job summary

Covenant Living in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Security Guard responsible for campus security, patrols, and responding to emergencies during the security shift.

The role includes checking equipment and doors, monitoring traffic, assisting residents and staff, and documenting incidents. Ideal candidates have a high school education, two years in security, a valid driver's license, and first aid certification.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Two years experience in security or related work.
• Current state driver’s license; CDL preferred and clean driving record.
• First aid certification and emergency medical experience.
• Ability to read and write in English; strong communication with residents and staff.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and adapt to changing conditions.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency call system and notify on-call personnel as needed.
• Check and secure security equipment; perform scheduled patrols of campus.
• Monitor exterior doors and campus vehicle traffic; enforce safety policies.
• Write and distribute incident reports; log safety hazards and maintenance requests.
• Provide standby maintenance/handyman tasks when directed by leadership.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Communication

Observation skills

English literacy

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school education

Job description

Covenant Living in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Security Guard responsible for campus security, patrols, and responding to emergencies during the security shift.

The role includes checking equipment and doors, monitoring traffic, assisting residents and staff, and documenting incidents. Ideal candidates have a high school education, two years in security, a valid driver's license, and first aid certification.