Security Guard

Security Guard

Job ID276151
Location
Clayton State University
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular

About Us
Located in Morrow, Georgia, Clayton State University is roughly 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta. The university offers employees an adaptable, collaborative environment that fosters professional and personal development.

The university is committed to having a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Clayton State offers multiple certificates, Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's Degree programs, which currently enroll over 5,500 students in challenging campus and online courses.

Clayton State's main campus is situated on 214 beautiful acres in a lakeside setting just minutes from downtown Atlanta, making access to the vibrant metropolitan area swift. The Atlanta-Journal Constitution has named the university a Top Workplace in Atlanta for six consecutive years. The Chronicle of Higher Education also named Clayton State one of 79 higher education institutions across the nation in its list of 2017 Great Colleges to Work For.

Job Summary
The University Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of students, faculty, staff, and visitors on the university campus. This role involves patrolling the campus, responding to incidents, enforcing university regulations, and collaborating with local law enforcement as necessary. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. This position may require on-call assignment, overtime, or working weekends, nights, holidays, and rotating shifts.

Responsibilities
Conduct regular patrols of the campus on foot, by bicycle, or in a vehicle to ensure a safe and secure environment and report any unsafe conditions to on-duty law enforcement.
Monitor security cameras and alarm systems to identify and respond to suspicious activities.
Check buildings and facilities to ensure doors, windows, and gates are secure.
Unlock or lock buildings as needed.
Respond promptly to emergency situations, including medical emergencies, fires, and security breaches.
Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies, and disasters including directing traffic for long periods of time, administering emergency medical aid, lifting, dragging, and removing people from dangerous situations securing and evacuating people from particular areas, and providing assistance during evacuations and other emergency procedures.
Prepare detailed incident reports and maintain accurate records of security activities.
Enforce university policies and regulations.
Investigate and document incidents of crime, misconduct, or suspicious behavior, and collaborate with law enforcement as necessary.
Build and maintain positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
Participate in safety and security awareness programs and provide information on crime prevention.
Offer assistance and information to those in need, enhancing the sense of community on campus.
Maintain accurate logs of daily activities, including shift reports and incident documentation.
Comply with Campus Security Authority responsibilities under the Clery Act.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
No felony or other disqualifying criminal convictions.
Possession of a valid Georgia driver's license.
Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Strong observational and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and effectively.
Proficiency in computer skills for report writing, monitoring security systems, and performing general administrative duties.
Must have the ability to maintain awareness of surroundings and be alert to potential safety problems.
Effective customer service skills.
Knowledge of basic safety and crime prevention practices, customer service practices, and basic fire prevention methods.