Safety And Security Officer

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking a Safety And Security Officer for an on-site, on-campus role in Manhattan, KS. The officer protects property and people, enforces safety rules, and supports a secure university environment.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license, with CPR/First Aid certification required after employment and a background check. This is an on-site position with no remote option.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Prevent property loss and/or damage, injury and/or incapacitation.
• Ensure safety of students, staff and guests on-site.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid Driver's License

Job description

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Safety And Security Officer

Kansas State University

About This Role

Employee position exists to prevent property loss and/or damage, injury and/or incapacitation.

About Us

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans. paid time off- vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, Please Visit [https://www.k-state.edu//hcs/benefits](https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=9799757&targetURL=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.k-state.edu%2F%2Fhcs%2Fbenefits)

Worksite Description

This position is On-site. All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand written laws, rules, regulations and directives. Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations which pertain to the University.
• Capable of detecting and reporting conditions which might cause loss or damage to property.
• Be able to work under stressful situations and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, faculty/staff, students, clients and guests.
• Ability to make written reports in a clear and concise manner.
• Must be of good moral character.

Additional Role Information

• Valid drivers license once employed.
• CPR and First Aid certification necessary after employment. (within probation)
• Must undergo a background investigation to include a fingerprint search of local, state, and national files to determine whether a criminal record exists.
• Must not have been convicted by any state or federal government of a felonious crime or its equivalent.

Sponsorship Eligibility

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Application Window

Applications close on: October 1, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$14.54/hr to $18.17/hr