Senior Security Officer, UMKC Police Department, 32058

University of Missouri System; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated unarmed Security Officers to join their team. This pivotal role involves assisting University Police Officers in ensuring a safe environment across the Health Sciences and Volker Campuses. The Security Officers will patrol campus buildings, provide safety escorts, and assist the community as needed. This position offers flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends, and is part-time, providing an excellent opportunity to contribute to campus safety while gaining valuable experience. The University values diversity and offers a comprehensive benefits package, making it a rewarding place to work.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Fee Discounts

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Valid driver’s license is necessary for the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing a safe environment and preventing crime on campus.
• Patrol campus buildings and grounds to deter crime.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Patrolling

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Handheld Radio

Job description

Senior Security Officer, UMKC Police Department, 32058

UMKC is hiring for unarmed Security Officers for the Health Sciences and Volker Campuses. These part-time positions will assist the University Police Officers in providing a safe environment and prevention of crime. The Security Officers will patrol the campus buildings and grounds to deter crime (primarily the University libraries) and perform the following duties:

• Assists with the opening and closing procedures of buildings and classrooms
• Assists with non-law enforcement calls for service
• Be visible to the University community and assist them as necessary
• Provide safety escorts
• Operate a handheld radio to call for police assistance as needed
• Perform other non-law enforcement duties as assigned

Shift

Shifts will vary; some evening, weekend, and/or holiday hours are required.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary. A valid driver’s license is required.

Anticipated Hiring Range

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible, hourly-paid position at a rate of $18.00 per hour.

Open until filled; review of applications to begin immediately.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research, and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn, and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions, and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call Human Resources at 816-235-1621.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.