Night Shift Guard

The University of Texas at Austin; Port Aransas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Night Shift Guard for the Marine Science Institute in Port Aransas, TX. The role focuses on monitoring and protecting university facilities, controlling access, and reporting safety incidents during night hours.

Responsibilities include patrols, CCTV monitoring, emergency response, and ensuring compliance with SOPs. A high school diploma and field experience are required; some college in Criminal Justice is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a similar field may be substituted with relevant education.
• Criminal Justice coursework or degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vehicle and foot patrols, screening visitors.
• Control access to restricted areas and open/secure doors.
• Monitor CCTV equipment intermittently and operate radios.
• Provide professional customer service to employees and visitors.
• Respond to emergencies independently or as directed.
• Complete official and unofficial reports.
• Manage vehicle and pedestrian traffic through checkpoints, parking areas, and visitor use facilities.
• Assist with VIP/dignitary visits and special events.
• Follow SOPs and building assessment patrols.

Skills

Patrol procedures

Access control

Customer service

Emergency response

Report writing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some College hours towards a Criminal Justice degree

Degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

Job Posting Title

Night Shift Guard

Hiring Department

Marine Science Institute

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date

Aug 24, 2026

Position Duration

Expected to Continue

Location

MARINE SCIENCE INSTITUTE

Job Details

Purpose

The purpose of this position is to monitor and assist with the security and protection of university buildings and properties. To control the access of personnel, report security violations, fire, and other safety hazards at the UT Marine Science Institute in Port Aransas, Texas.

Responsibilities

• Conducting vehicle and foot patrols, screening visitors
• Controlling access to restricted areas
• Opening and securing doors, gates, and buildings
• Monitoring closed-circuit television (CCTV) equipment intermittently
• Operating vehicle and handheld radios
• Providing professional customer service to employees and visitors
• Responding to emergencies independently or in a team as directed
• Ability to complete official and unofficial reports
• Managing vehicle and pedestrian traffic through checkpoints, parking areas, and visitor use facilities
• Assisting with VIP/dignitary visits and special events
• Guard tour patrols within scope of SOPs
• Building assessment checkpoint patrols
• Emergency response reporting
• Follow HOP policies and procedures

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in a similar field

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some College hours towards a Criminal Justice degree
• Degree in Criminal Justice
• 2-4 years of experience in a similar field

Driving Required

This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

Salary Range

$36,036+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Extensive standing and walking
• Potential for physical exertion
• Exposed weather
• Long hours, irregular shifts (including nights & weekends)
• Dealing with difficult people
• Handling Emergencies

Work Shift

• Night shift- 10pm - 6am

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.