Security Officer I

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Alabama is seeking a Security Officer to patrol campus facilities, monitor access, and respond to alarms to maintain a safe educational environment. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, one year of security-related experience, and a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

On-site work at Baldwin County Campus with day shifts; duties include visiting escort, incident reporting, and collaboration with facilities staff to address safety concerns and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; one year of security experience preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record to maintain insurance.
• Ability to patrol, monitor, report incidents and escort staff and students as needed.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned premises and monitors area traffic.
• Registers and directs visitors; checks identifications.
• Responds to calls, alarms, and incidents; reports findings.

Skills

Patrols premises

Investigates suspicious activities

Responds to alarms

Documents incidents

Monitors access control

Escort service

AED inspections

Key control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control system

Alarm monitoring

Security systems

Job description

High school diploma or equivalent, one year of security or related experience and possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama.

Preferred Qualifications

Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position. Essential Functions

• Patrols assigned premises, monitor’s area traffic, investigates suspicious activities, listens for and reports local alarms and may report to county/municipal authorities when necessary.
• Registers and directs visitors, checks for appropriate Identification, and contacts their host for escort.
• Responds to calls and alarms.
• Responds, investigates, and reports through verbal and written format on accidents, illnesses, and incidents.
• Monitors security systems ensuring doors are not forced, left open or otherwise breached.
• Monitors alarms to make sure they are set and operational.
• Completes daily shift report.
• Reports on alarms for freezers, cold rooms, warm rooms, incubator, autoclaves, or mechanical equipment to the Facilities or Building Services Departments.
• Provides escort service to staff and students as requested to ensure safety.
• Documents and reports on the malfunction of equipment In accordance with area policies.
• Monitors the access control system to detect proper card use, door mechanical problems and system problems.
• Performs preliminary investigations of security deficiencies or breaches.
• Completes problem reports for follow-up law enforcement personnel.
• Completes incident reports to comply with facility licensing/accreditation requirements. Identifies witnesses as first respondent to incidents.
• Provides crowd and/or traffic control during unusual/emergency conditions.
• Attends safety and environmental compliance committee meetings.
• Maintains key control by serving as the contact person for keys.
• Performs building safety duties to include AED inspections and first aid kit inspections.
• Contacts Environmental Safety for environmental waste disposal when needed.
• Serves as the contact person for the Fire Marshall during fire drills and fire safety inspections.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/25/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Working Days

Working Days Monday - Thursday

Working Hours

Working Hours 10:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Job Location

Job Location Baldwin County Campus

Full-time or Part-Time

Full-time or Part-Time Full Time

Regular or Temporary

Regular or Temporary Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you at least 18 years of age?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individualsfor staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
  • Yes
  • No
• * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
  • Less than High School
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
• * How many years of related experience do you have?
  • Less than 1 year
  • Between 1 - 3 years
  • Between 3 - 5 years
  • Between 5 - 7 years
  • More than 7 years
• * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • USA website
  • LinkedIn
  • Zip Recruiter
  • Indeed
  • HigherEd Jobs
  • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
  • Facebook
  • Word of mouth
  • Other

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment OpportunityInvestigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.

EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.