Campus Security Officer

Campus Security Officer

University Police Department

St. Edward's University of Austin, Texas invites applications for the position of Campus Security Officer. The Campus Security Officer provides a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors to the main campus. Facilitates and encourages respect for the law, rules and procedures, safety, and institutional policy. The person selected works to educate students, faculty, staff, and visitors, regarding safety and security, minimize risk for the University, and enforce all University policies and procedures.

For consideration,

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• An employee in this position must be 21 years or older at the time of employment; a U.S. citizen, have a valid Texas Driver's License, and have a good driving record.
• Currently licensed security officer in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years experience in safety or security.
• Experience in college or University setting preferred.
• Not currently under indictment for any criminal offense;
• Never been convicted of an offense above a Class C misdemeanor
• Never been convicted of any family violence offense;
• Not prohibited by state or federal law from operating a motor vehicle;
• The preferred candidate will have competency in the use of MS Word and MS Excel and be able to learn other equipment and programs.
• Prior parking enforcement experience preferred.
• Must possess good organizational skills, and maintain high quality control standards.
• Successfully complete extensive background checks, physical tests, and drug screening.
• Ability to learn St. Edward's University policies.
• Ability to walk for long periods in all weather conditions.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to write legibly and accurately record information.
• Ability to complete work assignments, and take and understand direction.
• Must be able to handle crises calmly and effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and appropriate relationships with the St. Edward's University community and visitors.

Essential Responsibilities Include:

The Campus Security Officer (officer) performs vehicle and foot patrols of the campus, parking lots, garages, and buildings to monitor behavior, secure buildings and property, maintain order and ensure rule compliance, and enforce regulations. The officer monitors the physical safety of all buildings by locking and unlocking doors, patrolling or monitoring, and reporting suspicious behavior. The officer may also be tasked with enforcing traffic and parking regulations. This position has regular interaction with the general public. The officer greets students, faculty, staff, and visitors, familiarizes them with the rules and regulations of the campus, helps direct them to specific locations or offices as needed, and answers other questions. This position is considered security sensitive and will involve shift work, special events, days, and evenings, as required. The Campus Security Officer will be expected to represent St. Edward's University and the University Police Department positively and professionally and to promote a safe and secure campus environment. This person is required to patrol on foot, golf cart, or other University vehicle. This person will be subject to an extensive background investigation, fingerprinting, medical, physical, and driving history check.

For detailed information, please scroll to the bottom of the page to download the job description.

The University offers an excellent TOTAL REWARDS package!

Medical & Rx Coverage HSA & FSA Available)

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability (STD) Insurance

Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet Insurance

Annual Leave & Paid Sick Leave

Retirement Plan - (Employee 5%/Employer Match 7%

Tuition Benefits

Paid Holidays and Community Service Days

Services & Discounts

An overview of St. Edward's University employee benefits is available at; https://www.stedwards.edu/human-resources/benefits-summary

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit an online applicat