Security Specialist III #26111

State of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting options (where available

Job summary

Trident Technical College is seeking a security-minded individual to manage traffic flow, assist vehicles, and control access to campus facilities. The role requires responding to emergencies and maintaining detailed reports on incidents and campus safety issues.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and experience in fire prevention, safety or security. The college emphasizes equal opportunity employment and a commitment to student safety in a 24/7 environment.

Qualifications

• This position requires a high school diploma and experience in fire prevention, safety or security activities.
• Experience in a college environment is preferred.
• Candidates must be able to investigate incidents, respond to emergencies, and monitor alarms.

Responsibilities

• Perform traffic direction; provide vehicle assists; and control access and movement of pedestrians and vehicles.
• Provide crowd control at events and respond to non-arrest emergencies.
• Write parking citations and keep accurate reports and records of activities and complaints.
• Assist emergency personnel as needed and work under varying weather conditions.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Safety security practices

Emergency responsiveness

Alarm monitoring

On-foot patrolling

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Responsibilities

This position will perform traffic direction; provide vehicle assists; write parking citations; control access and movement of pedestrian and vehicular traffic; provide crowd control at events; open/secure areas as required; respond to and render aid in non-arrest emergencies; and keep accurate and complete reports and records regarding activities and complaints pertaining to fire, safety, enforcement of laws, and college regulations. The nature of the job requires 24/7 coverage.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

This position requires a high school diploma and experience in fire prevention, safety or security activities.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a college environment is preferred. Excellent customer service skills; knowledge of the practices and techniques of safety, security, and fire protection; the ability to act quickly and intelligently in emergency situations, and the ability to adjust to fluctuating situations are essential. Candidates must also have the skills to investigate accidents, disturbances, and violations; deal courteously and firmly with the general public; have the ability to monitor and respond to audible/visual alarms, patrol on foot, respond to emergencies, and assist emergency personnel as needed, as well as work under extreme weather conditions.

Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Faculty positions require the submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include any required certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for the related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will remove your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Benefits For State Employees

• health and dental insurance
• retirement and savings plan options
• paid vacation and sick leave
• telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits.

• dental
• vision
• term life insurance
• long term disability
• flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

• defined benefit
• defined contribution plans
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program
• 401(k) and 457 plan options

Workplace Benefits

• tuition assistance
• holiday, annual and sick leave
• discounts on purchases, travel and more

Note

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.