Security Officer

About the job

Position Summary

Responsible for providing appropriate non-emergency and non-enforcement assistance to Police Officers in protecting and securing the property of Morehouse College and its’ students/staff/faculty and visitors.

Required Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent • Minimum experience of 3 years in security police work • Minimum of 21 years old and possess a valid drivers license

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Previous experience in the security field and strong work ethics; • Good oral and written communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with diverse campus community; • IT Literate and basic proficiency in operation of standard office equipment. • Physical ability to stand and walk over prolonged period.

Physical Demands

• Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. • Medical examination required upon offer of employment

Essential Duties/Responsiblities

• Patrol campus on foot or in non-patrol vehicles to observe and report any criminal activity;

Essential Duties/Responsiblities

• Provide basic line security functions: physical interior and exterior building security checks, record observations and report discrepancies.

Essential Duties/Responsiblities

• Provide lockdowns and openings to preserve security of buildings.

Essential Duties/Responsiblities

• Provide perimeter control by monitoring access of pedestrians and vehicles.

Essential Duties/Responsiblities

• Provide security for campus special events, social and sports events.

Essential Duties/Responsiblities

• Respond to and complete detailed and accurate non-emergency incident reports.

Essential Duties/Responsiblities

Any other duties as prescribed by Chief of Police, Deputy Chief or immediate Supervisor