Security Officer (Part-Time) - Multiple positions available

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Wilbur Wright College is seeking a Security Officer – Part-Time to protect students, staff, and visitors. The role includes patrols, access control, and enforcing safety policies on campus. Must bring prior law enforcement experience and current CPR/First Aid certification.

Position requires a high school diploma (associate degree preferred), valid driver’s license, and ability to respond calmly in emergencies. Shifts include mornings and evenings, weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Active or retired sworn officer with at least two years of experience.
• High school diploma required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and CPR/First Aid certification.
• Hazardous materials training.
• Ability to communicate clearly in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned campus areas and maintain a professional appearance.
• Verify identification and control access to buildings.
• Enforce laws, district rules, and safety policies.
• Respond to emergencies and contact 911 as needed.
• Complete incident reports before shift end.
• Operate CCC vehicles for patrols as directed.
• Enforce parking regulations.
• Assist staff, students, and visitors.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Valid driver's license

CPR/First Aid certification

Hazardous materials training

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or higher preferred

Tools

Report writing

Basic PC knowledge

Job description

Security Officer – Part‑Time

Wilbur Wright College

Multiple Positions Available

The Security Officer – Part-Time protects and assists college students, faculty, staff, and visitors during an assigned shift. This position protects all property of the college, reduces the risk of liability to the college, and enforces state and municipal laws and the rules of the City Colleges of Chicago Board of Trustees.

Primary Responsibilities

• Patrol and monitor assigned areas, including buildings, dock areas and parking lots, maintaining a professional appearance at all times.
• Protect and assist staff, students, and visitors. Ensures only authorized individuals with proper identification are allowed into 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.

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; Associate’s degree or higher preferred. Knowledge of all relevant statutes and local ordinances.
• Ability to articulate verbally in a clear and distinct manner during emergency and non‑emergency situations.
• Possess 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.

Physical Requirements

• 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.

Hourly Rate

$27.56 (in accordance with the respective bargaining agreement).

Special Requirements

• Officers positions needed for a variety of shifts.
• Morning shifts: start time may vary; shift end time is 3:00 p.m.
• Evening shifts: start time may vary; shift end time is 10:30 p.m.
• Ability and willingness to work on Saturdays, as needed.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.