Security Officer

Greensboro College; Westerwood (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Greensboro College is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to safeguard the campus community in Greensboro, NC. The role enforces college rules, parking and traffic regulations, and provides security services across buildings, grounds, and events.

Responsibilities include patrolling campus by foot and vehicle, responding to incidents, controlling access, conducting inspections, and providing escort services during large gatherings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 21 years of age.
• Minimum of one year related work experience; training provided.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Good customer relations skills; ability to communicate clearly, think and act quickly in emergencies.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and related software; good report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise, direct and provide information to students, employees and the public.
• Patrol designated areas on foot, by golf cart and vehicle; ensure doors and windows are secured; secure campus property.
• Respond to calls for service and assistance.
• Open/close facilities and monitor alarms; control access to buildings and restricted areas.
• Inspect buildings for security, fire hazards and take preventive or corrective action.
• Provide escort services by foot or vehicle.
• Ensure security for large events (sports and commencements) and supervise crowd activities.
• Complete first aid and CPR training and operate an AED.
• Investigate crimes and disturbances and conduct searches as needed.
• Enforce parking regulations and security rules; cooperate with police.
• Carry mace/pepper spray and handcuffs.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer relations

Emergency response

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Age 21+

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Greensboro College - Greensboro, NC 27401

Position Type: Full Time

JOB SUMMARY

The Security Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the college community. Responsible for enforcing the college rules, parking and traffic regulations, and providing other security and safety related services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advices, directs and provides information to students, employees and the public
• Patrols designated areas by foot, golf cart and vehicle. Patrols campus including buildings, grounds, parking lots and adjacent streets; sees that doors and windows are properly secured and locked; safeguards property of the campus. Assumes fixed post assignments.
• Responds to calls for service and assistance
• Opens and closes facilities. Monitors alarm systems and responds when necessary. Monitors and controls access to building and restricted areas
• Inspects building for security, fire, and potential accident and/or hazards and takes preventive or corrective action as appropriate
• Provides escort services by foot and/or vehicle
• Provides security for large gatherings such as football, basketball, soccer, high school graduations and college commencement activities
• Complete first aid and CPR training along with operating an AED
• Makes preliminary investigation of crimes and disorders along with conducting searches within the scope of employment
• Enforces vehicle parking regulations
• Carries mace/pepper spray and handcuffs
• Enforces rules and regulations of the College while cooperating with other police agencies
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 21 years of age
• A minimum of one year of related work experience, preferably in an institutional or campus environment, but will train
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Good customer relations skills and the ability to communicate clearly; ability to think and act quickly and effectively in emergencies; ability to analyze situations accurately and make appropriate decisions
• Intermediate proficiency in Word, Excel, and other officer related skills
• Good report writing skills

Physical Requirements

• Heavy lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 130 pounds
• Bending, stretching, and reaching required
• Some sitting, running and climbing, extensive walking and standing
• Rarely but possible working in extreme temperatures, wet, humid, and hot
• Physical ability to restrain individuals
• Physical ability to intervene in altercations on campus