Security Officer

The University of North Carolina; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina Charlotte seeks a Library Security Officer to patrol the facility, monitor alarms and cameras, and report issues to the Library Security Director. The role requires a strong sense of responsibility and the ability to respond quickly to incidents on campus.

Candidates should have completed an accredited police academy or possess prior law enforcement experience, plus a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited police academy or prior law enforcement experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• On-site security duties require alertness and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and monitors the facility for safety and security.
• Maintains competency with security alarms, fire panels, video surveillance and door alarms.
• Reports daily to Library Security Director and maintains shift logs including Lost and Found.
• Uses email, phone and radio communications between Library Security Office and Campus Police.
• Initiates emergency procedures when appropriate and assists with implementation.
• Stays current on methods, knowledge, and skills in all job competencies.

Skills

Police academy completion

Law enforcement experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

*Temporary staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage, State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker's Compensation provisions.

However, any non-permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non-permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions, or designated as variable hour worker - i. e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, and will be notified of instructions.

*Special Notes Regarding Eligibility for the High Deductible Health Plan

• Temporary hourly workers (eligibility based on FTE, duration of more than 30 days) FTE .75+ (cumulative of all jobs) or measured full-time, offered the high deductible health insurance
• Temporary salaried workers (regardless of the FTE, duration of more than 30 days) Reported as full-time & offered the high deductible health insurance

Security team start/stop times vary within the library’s hours of operation, and can accommodate a wide range of individual availability, including weekends and night/swing/day shifts.

Pay Rate

Pay Rate $17.50

High school diploma or equivalent.

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

Completion of an accredited police academy or prior law enforcement experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Patrols and monitors the facility for situations that might endanger the safety and security of patrons, collections, and equipment.
• Maintains ongoing competency with security alarms, fire panels, video surveillance, alarm monitoring system, and door alarms.
• Reports daily to Library Security Director on security-related issues and maintains logs of shift activities as well as “Lost and Found".
• Uses email, phone and radio communications between Library Security Office and Campus Police.
• Initiates emergency procedures when appropriate and assists with the implementation of these procedures as instructed.
• Stays current on methods/practices, knowledge, and skills in all job competencies.

Other Work/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Necessary Licenses or Certifications

Proposed Hire Date

Proposed Hire Date 10/19/2026

Contact Information

For more information about the library security team and current staffing needs, contact the Security Desk at [phone].

Expected Length of Assignment

Expected Length of Assignment On going Temporary position - up to 24 months

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/14/2026

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 09/27/2026

Special Notes to Applicants

*Temporary staff employees are ineligible to receive benefits (leave, health coverage, State service credit, etc.). They are, however, covered by Worker’s Compensation provisions.

However, any non-permanent employee hired to work 30 or more hours per week for three months or more (cumulative of all positions, and not designated as variable hour worker), must be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, within 30 days of their eligibility. Any non-permanent employee hired to work less than 30 hours per week (cumulative of all positions, or designated as variable hour worker – i. e. student workers) are measured during designated measurement periods. If they average 30 or more hours per week over a designated measurement period, they will be offered the chance to enroll in the High Deductible Health Plan, and will be notified of instructions.

*Special Notes Regarding Eligibility for the High Deductible Health Plan

• Temporary hourly workers (eligibility based on FTE , duration of more than 30 days) FTE .75+ (cumulative of all jobs) or measured full-time, offered the high deductible health insurance
• Temporary salaried workers (regardless of the FTE , duration of more than 30 days) Reported as full-time & offered the high deductible health insurance

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Required Documents

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• Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

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