Security Officer/Dispatcher

Central Ohio Technical College; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Ohio Technical College seeks a Security Officer/Dispatcher for weekend shifts at the Newark campus. The role combines dispatch duties with field security to ensure student and staff safety, including emergencies, routine patrols and incident reporting.

Required are a high school diploma, valid Ohio driver’s license, and the ability to pass a background check. Prior security or dispatch experience is preferred; training in CPR/First Aid is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to pass background check and fingerprinting clearance.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and climb stairs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure environment for students, employees and visitors.
• Coordinate emergency and non-emergency responses in dispatch and field security.
• Monitor campus activity and enforce safety policies.

Skills

Communication

Calm under pressure

Computer skills

Emergency response

Patrol duties

Lifting 25-30lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dispatch systems

Reporting software

Job description

Contract Length (Full-Time Faculty Only):

Contract Length (Full-Time Faculty Only): Not Applicable

Hiring Range:

Hiring Range: $16.70 - $20.90 hourly (FY27)

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time/Part-Time: Part-Time

Position Status:

Position Status: Regular

Department:

Department: Public Safety

Posting Date:

Posting Date: 08/28/2026

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to pass background check and fingerprinting clearance
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during emergencies
• Basic computer proficiency for reporting and dispatch systems Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to patrol indoor and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and climb stairs as needed
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25-30lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in campus security, law enforcement, military, or emergency services
• Training in CPR , First Aid, and AED
• Experience in dispatch or radio communications
• Familiarity with security systems, access control, or alarm monitoring

Summary of Duties:

The Security Officer/Dispatcher is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for students, employees, and visitors at a public two-year college. This position serves in both a dispatch and field security capacity, coordinating emergency and non-emergency responses, monitoring campus activity, and enforcing institutional safety and security policies. This position is designated as essential personnel. Employees in this role are required to report to work during emergencies, inclement weather events, and other campus closures unless specifically excused by supervisory authority.

Regular, predictable, reliable, and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position. The Security Officer/Dispatcher must consistently report to work as scheduled and be present and available for assigned shifts to ensure continuous coverage of campus security operations, emergency response capability, and public safety functions. Due to the essential nature of this position, reliable and consistent staffing is necessary to maintain appropriate security coverage and operational readiness. Unscheduled, frequent, or recurring absences may directly impact staffing levels, campus safety, emergency response, and the College’s ability to maintain continuous security operations.

Location:

Location: Newark

Work Hours:

This is a part-time position working weekends. Shifts assigned may vary to meet the needs of the college & campus and may include: Friday/Saturday 11:30 p.m.-8:00 a.m., Saturday/Sunday 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Saturday/Sunday 3:30 p.m.-12 midnight or other shifts.

Closing Date:

Closing Date: 09/08/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a valid Ohio driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please describe your experience or training in security, law enforcement, military, emergency services, CPR/First Aid & AED.

  (Open Ended Question)

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Other Document

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Non-Discrimination Statement

Central Ohio Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status (past, present or future), national origin (ancestry), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent or any other basis under the law.