Security Officer

Clayton State University; Lake City (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton State University is seeking a dedicated University Security Officer to safeguard students, staff, and visitors and to maintain a secure campus environment. The role entails patrolling grounds, responding to incidents, enforcing policies, and coordinating with law enforcement when appropriate.

Will require on‑call time, overtime, and shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. Ideal candidates possess strong communication, sound judgment, and calmness under pressure, with a high

Qualifications

• Patrol campus to maintain safety and report unsafe conditions.
• Prepare incident reports detailing safety activities.
• Coordinate with law enforcement when necessary.
• Maintain daily logs and CSA reporting as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular patrols of campus on foot, bicycle, and vehicle.
• Monitor security cameras and alarm systems to identify unsafe activity.
• Inspect buildings and access points to ensure doors and windows are secured.
• Lock and unlock campus buildings as needed for operations.
• Respond promptly to emergencies including medical incidents and fires.
• Assist with evacuations and direct traffic during incidents.
• Investigate incidents and document crimes or policy violations.
• Maintain positive relationships with students and staff to promote safety.
• Participate in safety education and crime prevention programs.
• Prepare shift logs and incident documentation daily.

Skills

Patrol operations (foot/bike/vehicle)

Incident reporting

CCTV monitoring

Emergency response

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Security Officer

Location: Clayton State University

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 296191

About Us

Located in Morrow, Georgia, Clayton State University is roughly 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta. The university offers employees an adaptable, collaborative environment that fosters professional and personal development.

The university is committed to having a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Clayton State offers multiple certificates, Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's Degree programs, which currently enroll over 5,500 students in challenging campus and online courses.

Clayton State's main campus is situated on 214 beautiful acres in a lakeside setting just minutes from downtown Atlanta, making access to the vibrant metropolitan area swift. The Atlanta-Journal Constitution has named the university a Top Workplace in Atlanta for six consecutive years. The Chronicle of Higher Education also named Clayton State one of 79 higher education institutions across the nation in its list of 2017 Great Colleges to Work For.

Job Summary

The University Security Officer is responsible for safeguarding the well-being of students, faculty, staff, and visitors by maintaining a safe and secure campus environment. This role includes patrolling university grounds, responding to incidents, enforcing institutional policies, and coordinating with local law enforcement when necessary. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication skills, sound judgment, a high level of accountability, and the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure. This position may require on¿call assignments, overtime, and work during weekends, nights, holidays, and rotating shifts to ensure continuous campus safety operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular patrols of campus on foot, by bicycle, and by vehicle to promote a safe and secure environment, reporting any unsafe conditions to on¿duty law enforcement personnel.
• Monitor security cameras, alarm systems, and related technology to quickly identify and respond to suspicious or unsafe activities.
• Inspect buildings and facilities to ensure doors, windows, gates, and other access points are properly secured.
• Lock and unlock campus buildings as scheduled or as needed for university operations.
• Respond promptly and professionally to emergency situations, including medical emergencies, fires, alarms, disturbances, and security breaches.
• Perform rescue and emergency functions during accidents, critical incidents, and disasters, including:
  • Directing traffic for extended periods
  • Administering basic emergency medical aid
  • Lifting, carrying, or dragging individuals from dangerous situations

  • Coordinating or assisting with evacuations and scene security

• Prepare clear, detailed incident reports and maintain accurate and complete records of all safety and security activities.
• Enforce university policies, procedures, and regulations consistently and impartially.
• Investigate and document incidents involving potential criminal acts, policy violations, misconduct, or suspicious behavior, and collaborate with law enforcement as required.
• Build and maintain positive, service¿oriented relationships with students, faculty, staff, and visitors to support a welcoming and safe campus environment.
• Participate in safety education and awareness programs, providing information on crime prevention and personal safety.
• Offer assistance, guidance, and general support to individuals in need, helping foster a strong sense of community.
• Maintain accurate daily activity logs, including shift summaries, patrol observations, and incident documentation.
• Fulfill all responsibilities designated for Campus Security Authorities (CSAs) under the Clery Act, including proper reporting of qualifying incidents.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support campus safety and security operations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must successfully pass a background check demonstrating no felony convictions or disqualifying criminal conduct.
• Possession of a valid Georgia driver¿s license.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of related experience or a combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong observational abilities and effective problem¿solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage professionally with the campus community.
• Ability to remain calm, composed, and effective when handling stressful or high¿pressure situations.
• Proficiency with computer systems for report writing, monitoring security technologies, and carrying out general administrative tasks.
• Maintains strong situational awareness and remains alert to potential safety or security concerns at all times.
• Demonstrates effective customer service skills and a welcoming, service¿oriented approach.
• Working knowledge of basic safety principles, crime¿prevention practices, customer service standards, and fundamental fire¿prevention methods.

Contact Information

• Deputy Chief Tamika Chase at email address [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Clayton State University will have a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Our statement of core values is adaptability, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and people-centered. Each Clayton State University community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on Clayton State's Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct can be found online at https://www.clayton.edu/strategic-plan/mission-vision-valuesand https://www.clayton.edu/human-resources/current-employees/resources-policies

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Clayton State University, as determined by Clayton State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Candidate must disclose potential, actual, or apparent conflicts of interest in compliance.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of Clayton State University and the University System of Georgia (USG). Clayton State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual¿s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (¿protected status¿). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any Clayton State University program or activity because of the individual¿s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual¿s protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Clery Disclosure

This position may be considered a Campus Security Authority, CSA. A Campus Security Authority is a Clery-specific term that encompasses certain departments, groups, and individual employees who have a duty to report crimes they become aware of, as defined by the Clery Act.