Security, Highlands Campus Shift B (PT) - South Florida State College

South Florida State College; Avon Park (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

South Florida State College in Avon Park, FL, seeks a part-time, unarmed security worker to help maintain a safe campus environment. Typical schedule: Monday–Friday 12:30 pm–6:00 pm, with flexibility for events.

Responsibilities include building checks and locking doors, turning off lights, inspecting fire prevention equipment, patrolling areas, preparing shift reports, and assisting with college events while adhering to policies and laws.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred; must be able to read and write effectively and be knowledgeable in fire prevention and safety practices.
• Experience in security work is preferred.
• Flexibility to work various shifts is strongly preferred. Must hold a current State of Florida Security Officer license (Class D or higher) or be willing to attend training and secure licensure within the first ninety (90) days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Checks inside and outside of building and locks doors when rooms are not in use.
• Turns off lights when not in use.
• Conducts visual inspection of fire prevention equipment to ensure it is operational.
• Checks student areas on a regular basis.
• Checks pool area and secures when not in use.
• Patrols parking area and assists people per College policies.
• Prepares a security report each shift and lists any problems that need to be corrected.
• Assists with College special events as needed.
• Contributes to unit planning and institutional effectiveness efforts.
• Acts as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and participates in required training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma preferred

Job description

South Florida State College is an open-access, higher education institution dedicated to providing a learning-centered environment through quality programs, training, and services. Working in partnership with organizations and communities, the college provides leadership and a comprehensive range of opportunities for the educational, cultural, and economic development of the service district.

SFSC is proud to be tobacco-free.

Job Description:

Part-time, year-round position to serve as unarmed security worker. Typical work schedule: Monday - Friday 12:30 - 6:00 pm.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Checks inside and outside of building and locks doors when rooms are not in use.
• Turns off lights when not in use.
• Conducts visual inspection of fire prevention equipment in building to see that the equipment is operational.
• Checks student areas on regular basis.
• Checks pool area and secures when not in use.
• Conducts random visual inspection of exterior fire escapes to insure no one is using them for entrance or exit of building except for emergency.
• Patrols parking area on a regular basis, writes parking tickets, and assists people per College policies.
• Prepares a security report each shift and lists any problems that need to be corrected, such as replacement of lights, inspects in building, motors not running properly, roof leaks, etc. Makes note of any person entering buildings after duty hours and lists the type of cars, College decal number, license number, etc. Does not publicize security stations.
• Assists with College special events (including traffic control in parking lots, etc.) as needed.
• Contributes to unit planning, assessment, and college institutional effectiveness efforts.
• Acts as a Campus Security Authority (CSA)/responsible person for Title IX and Clery Act compliance. Must participate in all required CSA/responsible person training.
• Acts in accordance with local, state, and federal laws/regulations as well as College policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Educational:High school diploma preferred; must be able to read and write effectively and be knowledgeable in fire prevention and safety practices.

Experiential:Experience in security work is preferred.

Other:Flexibility to work various shifts is strongly preferred. Must be willing to submit to a polygraph examination. Must hold a current State of Florida Security Officer license (Class D or higher) or be willing to attend training and secure licensure within the first ninety (90) days of employment.

Additional Information:

Reports To:Security Supervisor

Posting Date:October 2, 2026

Hourly Rate: $16.25 (approx 28 hrs/wk)

SOUTH FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL ACCESS/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION

You may be eligible for Veteran's Preference.

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