Residence Hall Security Coordinator

Please note this is an overnight position and the hours are 12AM - 8AM.

BENEFITS: UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:  

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

• Free Capital Metro bus rides

• Retirement contributions  

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

• Career growth & professional development

Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/  to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team.

Purpose

The purpose of the Residence Hall Security Coordinator is to provide and ensure general safety and security of university residence halls, as well as oversee lobby and desk areas within halls to minimize disturbances and infractions of rules during nighttime hours.

Responsibilities

• Monitors lobby and desk areas during shift for safety and security. Monitors door access and camera system and report suspicious activity to supervisor and/or authorities. Checks to ensure that all exterior entrances are functioning and secure. Handles emergency procedures in accordance with University Housing and Dining (UHD) policies and procedures as outlined in the Resident Manual and the Night Operations and Desk Manual. Alerts residence life on-call staff and/or the University of Texas Police Department (UTPD) of potential problems.

• Check student IDs entering between the hours of 12AM and 8AM. Enforce University and Residence Hall rules and regulations. Provide customer service to residents requesting temporary IDs and keys. Check in overnight guests. Provide general education to residential students and guests about safety and security.

• Support UHD programs, priorities, and special events such as opening and closing. Assists with student late check-ins and check-outs. Serve on departmental and divisional committees and workgroups. Share ideas and recommendations for improving safety and security policies, practices, and operations.

• Collaborate and communicate with other residence life staff, such as Resident Assistants, Complex Coordinators, and Assistant Directors. Assist with staff selection, training, and development. Attend residence life all staff meetings and Night Operations bi-weekly meetings.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED.

• Experience providing safety and security for a building or group or individuals.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with young adults in a university residence life setting.

• Experience working in a clerical/office setting.

• Experience handling confidential or security sensitive information.

• Experience in and knowledge of the University of Texas and UHD Residence Hall Policies and Procedures.

• Proficient in Microsoft office, and the demonstrated ability to learn new software programs.

• Demonstrated ability to receive, respond, and follow through with verbal work-related instructions and requests from supervisors, customers, and co-workers.

• Demonstrated effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Salary Range

$39,520+ depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• May work in all weather conditions.

• May work around standard office conditions.

Work Shift

• 12AM to 8AM - Days, hours, location, and area may vary based on needs of the university and department

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an op