Housing Security Officer

University of South Carolina; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

University of South Carolina Upstate is seeking a Housing Security Officer in Spartanburg, SC. The role involves monitoring housing unit access, greeting residents and guests, and safeguarding university assets during night shifts.

The position is part-time, 16 hours per week, with night hours on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am. A high school diploma or GED and a valid SC driver’s license are required, with background checks conducted as part of the process.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Successful background check is required.
• Preferred: Security/safety work experience with students aged 17-25.

Responsibilities

• Monitor ingress and egress for housing units and greet all persons entering the building.
• Verify residents and escort guests as needed.
• Check in guests, maintain daily log, and contact on-duty officers for issues.
• Write incident and other required reports.
• Answer phones and radio communications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Security awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license (SC)

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Posting Summary

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Posting Number

Posting Number TMP02329PO25

Job Code Title

Job Code Title Security Specialist III

Advertised Title

Advertised Title Housing Security Officer

Campus

Campus Upstate

College/Division

College/Division USC Upstate College/Division Level

Department

Department UPS University Police

Salary $16 - $18 per hour based on education and experience.

Location of Vacancy

Location of Vacancy USC Upstate Spartanburg, SC

Part/Full Time

Part/Full Time Part Time

Hours per Week 16

Work Schedule

Work nights will be Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am.

Job Search Category

Job Search Category Law Enforcement

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for Temporary Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description Advertised Job Summary Housing Security Officer University of South Carolina Upstate TMP02329PO25 Spartanburg, SC

Reporting to the Assistant Chief of Police, the University Housing Safety Officer monitors the ingress and egress of students and guests in one of two housing units (Palmetto House and Magnolia House) to ensure the safety of our students and University assets. In this position they staff the receiving desk at the front entrance and are responsible for greeting all persons entering the building, verifying persons entering are current residential students or authorized after-hour visitors. They check guests into the facility, answer phones and fill out necessary paperwork. Works closely with Housing and Residential Life Staff to advise of guests overstaying their visits, advise-of abnormal situations, student lockouts or other issues. Contacts University Police for response and support as needed.

• Greet visitors and residents entering the building. Provide friendly, helpful and courteous interactions. Individually welcome each person as they enter the building.
• Verify that students entering the building are residents of a particular residence hall by finding their name on the roster and confirming the sticker placed on their University ID card.
• Check all guests into the building. Ensure guests are accompanied by a current resident of the residence hall and present a valid form of identification. Ensure overnight guests possess an approved overnight guest form. Enter names of guests into the daily log book.
• Write reports as needed.
• Answer telephones and radio communications.
• Contact RA’s or on-duty police officers for lockouts or other student issues or concerns.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED . Must possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license with a good driving record. Successful background check is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Security and safety work experience, especially with student populations 17-25 years old.

Job Duties Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 09/15/2025 Proposed End Date Job Open Date 08/27/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Position Attributes

Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * This University of South Carolina Upstate position is located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.Do you wish to continue applying for this position?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you willing and able to submit to a pre-employment background check that may include, but it is not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history as a condition of hire?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have at least a high school diploma/or equivalent (GED)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid driver's license and good driving record?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information
• Other Supporting Documents