Guard for National Security Institute

The University of Texas at El Paso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance

Dental, Vision, UT Flex

Retirement Programs

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Employee Discounts & Perks

Employee Education Assistance

Job summary

The University of Texas at El Paso is seeking a full-time security guard to provide essential protection for the Controlled Space Enterprise Department. The role focuses on monitoring alarms, securing facilities, and safeguarding classified information through vigilant access control and incident response.

The position requires US citizenship, the ability to obtain SECRET clearance (TOP SECRET may be required), and a willingness to work varied shifts including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• United States citizenship or naturalized status; ability to obtain SECRET clearance.
• Position may require TOP SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard classified and controlled unclassified information.
• Immediately respond to alarms.
• Perform access control to ensure only authorized persons and items enter/exit the premises (identify employees, visitors, badges).
• Conduct random inspections and security checks; report hazards.
• Observe and report conditions that increase risk or danger.
• Ensure compliance with emergency response procedures.
• Assist in facility protection as part of the team.
• Interact with employees, visitors, and guests to provide courteous assistance.
• Complete log entries and official notifications (telephone/email).
• Answer incoming telephone calls; operate security systems (CCTV, PA, fax).
• Handle after-hours mail deliveries; complete mandatory training.

Skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Attention to detail

Flexible to shifts

Office equipment use

Stair climbing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Information

Hiring Department: National Security Institute

Reports To: Guard Supervisor for National Security Institute

Job Location: El Paso, Texas (On Site)

Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours: 40 hours per week, rotating Shift Schedule. Flexibility is required to accommodate mornings, evenings, and weekends for this position.

FLSA status: Non-exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of three references

Note: This is a full time, temporary, contingent upon availability of funds position with a possibility of extension and is eligible for full benefits, including medical, dental, and vision.

Position Summary

Provides essential security support for the Controlled Space Enterprise Department. The role involves monitoring and responding to security threats, alarms, and emergencies to protect employees, secure facilities, and safeguard classified information.

Information Security

Statement of Duties and Responsibilities

• Safeguard classified and controlled unclassified information.

Emergency Response

• Immediately respond to alarms.

Access Control

• Perform effective access control to ensure only authorized persons and items enter or depart the premises.
• Identify employees and visitors, check badges, and issue temporary badges.

Inspection And Monitoring

• Conduct random inspections.
• Perform security checks and report actual or potential safety and fire hazards.
• Observe and report conditions or situations that may lead to increased risks or other dangers.

Compliance

• Ensure strict compliance with established procedures related to emergency response or urgent actions.

Facility Protection

• Assist in other aspects of facility protection through assigned duties required to support departmental operations.
• Perform roles and functions as part of a larger team.

Customer Service

• Interact with employees, visitors, and guests to provide courteous, professional assistance to personnel on site.

Documentation

• Complete various log entries and forms as official records and documentation.
• Provide telephonic and email notifications relevant to departmental security status.

Communication

• Answer incoming telephone calls.

Technology Use

• Effectively operate computer systems, utilize email, monitor closed circuit video equipment, operate fax machine, and use the departmental public address system.

Mail Handling

• Receive and document after-hour mail deliveries.

Training

• Complete mandatory and recurring training related to the position to maintain proficiency and improve capability.

Shift assignments may vary including weekend, overnight and holiday shifts.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Must be a United States or naturalized citizen.

Able to obtain and maintain SECRET government clearance.

Position may require candidates to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET government clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in security, law enforcement, or military service.
• More than one year of experience as a guard or security officer.
• Formal training in law enforcement or military training.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CPR, First Aid, Security Guard License).
• Eligibility for immediate access to classified information.

Pre-hire Contingencies Upon Conditional Offer Of Employment

• Must be a United States or naturalized citizen.
• Able to obtain and maintain SECRET government clearance.

U.S. Citizenship: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information, job offer will be contingent on selected applicant applying for access to classified information within 45 days of job offer and receiving at least interim access to classified information within 90 days of the application being submitted or based on USG processing time. Eligibility for access must continue without interruption during employment in this position. Failure to maintain required security clearance during employment will be subject to immediate termination. If any of the aforementioned conditions cannot be meet or maintained within the first 179 days of employment employee is subject to termination under the 180-probation period.

Must demonstrate the physical and mental capacity to effectively fulfill the essential functions of a Guard at The University of Texas at El Paso. A comprehensive background investigation must be successfully completed. The ability to provide credible and reliable testimony in a court of law is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated communication and grammar skills.

Report writing.

Ability to pay attention to detail and produce accurate work.

Must be flexible to work varied shift assignments.

Ability to use common office equipment.

Applicant must be able to walk up and down stairs to make security checks.

Why Pick UTEP

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP ) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

UTEP is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 26,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

This is an especially exciting time to join UTEP as it advances the goals of its 2030 Strategic Plan. Built around the institution’s core strengths—its location, its people, its supportive culture, and its community partnerships—the plan lays out a bold vision for the next decade, aimed at maximizing the University’s regional impact and national stature.

What UTEP Offers

Miner Perks and Benefits

• Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
• Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long - term disability plans
• Retirement Programs
• Longevity Pay
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Discounts & Perks
• Employee Education Assistance program
• And many more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.

Disclaimer: Eligibility for perks and benefits may vary based on part-time or full-time employment.

Additional Information

Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code

• 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).
• May work in all weather conditions.
• May work around standard office conditions.
• May work around electrical and mechanical hazards.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Climbing stairs.
• Lift and moving.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to a learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at [phone], by email at [e-mail] , or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 223C.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at [e-mail] .