Security Officer - Part Time

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,219 - 37,342; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse work environment

Community service opportunities

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking a part-time Security Officer to protect and assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include patrolling and monitoring areas, enforcing laws, and providing emergency services. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in law enforcement, a valid driver’s license, and CPR certification. This role offers an hourly pay of $23.07 and ensures a supportive environment for continuous service excellence. Join our commitment to community and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Must be active or retired sworn officer with two years of law enforcement experience.
• Valid driver's license and current CPR/first aid certification required.
• Ability to articulate verbally in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas and maintains a professional appearance.
• Enforces state and municipal laws.
• Responds to sick or injured persons.

Skills

Verbal communication

Decision-making

Tact and diplomacy

Physical fitness

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or higher preferred

Tools

Security radios

Surveillance cameras

AED equipment

Job description

SECURITY OFFICER – PART TIME
MALCOLM X COLLEGE

Malcolm X College is seeking a part time Security Officer. The part time Security Officer protects and assist college students, faculty, staff, and visitors during an assigned shift. Responsibility also includes protecting all property of the college, reducing the risk of liability to the college, and enforcing state and municipal laws and the rules of the Board of Trustees.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and monitors assigned areas, including buildings, dock areas and parking lots, maintaining a professional appearance at all times.
• Protects and assists staff, students and visitors. Ensures only authorized individuals with proper identification are allowed in the building/offices.
• Adheres to and enforces state and municipal laws and the rules of the Board of Trustees.
• Ensures that all policies and procedures of the District are followed by students, faculty, staff and authorized individuals.
• Applies force which is reasonable and necessary under the circumstances to protect life and property in compliance with federal and state statutes.
• Appears in court hearing related to campus incidents when he/she has signed a complaint, is required as a witness, or is served with a subpoena.
• Reports all incidents on incident report forms prior to completion of shift and notifies supervisor of disturbances and/or irregularities.
• Operates CCC vehicles for patrol and other assignments, at the discretion of the supervisor.
• Enforces parking regulations.
• Responds to sick or injured persons and calls 911 when required. Provides emergency services to their best ability to prevent further harm or injury.
• Secures access to building and offices.
• Maintains proper maintenance and handling of security radios and equipment.
• Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be an active or retired sworn officer, in good standing with a current or former law enforcement or corrections agency, with at least two years of experience in a law enforcement capacity. Must have a valid driver’s license, current CPR and/or first aid certification, and hazardous material training.
• Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent, Associates degree or higher preferred. Knowledge of all relevant state statutes and local ordinances.
• Ability to articulate verbally in a clear and distinct manner during emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to make accurate decisions based on observations and perceptions.
• Must be able to work well with staff and students. Must be able to handle situations with tact, diplomacy, and persuasiveness.
• Basic knowledge of personal computers and the applicable software. Working knowledge of report writing and ability to learn report codes.
• Must be self-directed and able to prioritize assignments.
• Ability to regularly patrol the entire campus area on foot for a full shift.
• Ability to run or jog for short periods during emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Ability to stand at an assigned post for an extended period of time.
• Ability to quickly climb and descend stairs to respond to emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Ability to physically restrain and remove a person using appropriate force.
• Ability to bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, and reach in all directions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate all security-related equipment including radios, surveillance cameras, telephones, computers, fire alarm annunciator panel, fire extinguisher, and 2-way radios.
• Ability to drive and operate CCC vehicles.
• Physical ability to perform CPR and first aid, including operating AED equipment.
• Ability to perform job responsibilities under all weather conditions.

Malcolm X College was selected as a Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges award winner! The award is given by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD), a membership organization committed to promoting and celebrating excellence in teaching and leadership at community and technical colleges, and Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, a leading academic publication.

MXC was recognized for its best-in‑class student and staff recruitment and retention practices, inclusive learning and working environments, and meaningful community service and engagement opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Thank you for your interest in City Colleges!

This position is represented by the Local 1600 union.

Additional Information

• Salary Range: Salary $23.07 per hour