FT Overnight Campus Security

KRE Security • Cumru Township, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Security Officer provides security and public safety support on a university campus in Reading, Pennsylvania, working in partnership with the University's Public Safety Department. Officers help maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and the campus community. The role requires a professional presence, adherence to post orders and university procedures, appropriate incident response, and collaboration with University Public Safety personnel.

Officers must be willing to work on either campus according to operational needs and report to the assigned campus or post as directed. Assignments, posts, and schedules may change based on staffing, university activities, special events, emergencies, or other operational considerations. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, at $18.35 per hour. Required screening, clearances, and training may vary by assignment; officers must complete the training schedule determined upon placement.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license for positions involving vehicle patrols or transportation duties.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain alert, exercise sound judgment, and respond appropriately to changing situations.
• Ability to write clear, accurate, and timely reports.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a public safety team.
• Ability to successfully complete required background screening and employment requirements.
• Willingness and ability to complete required screening, clearances, and training, potentially including Pennsylvania State Police requirements, ChildLine clearance, FBI fingerprinting for school employees, and additional university or client-required checks.
• Commitment to successfully complete the training schedule determined upon placement.
• Willingness to work the required Monday–Friday, 11:00 PM–7:00 AM schedule and report to either assigned campus as directed.

Nice To Haves

• Prior security, military, law enforcement, public safety, customer service, or related experience; experience may not be required depending on the assignment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine interior and exterior patrols of campus buildings, grounds, parking areas, and other assigned locations.
• Perform vehicle patrols and transports as directed.
• Maintain a visible security presence and monitor assigned areas for safety and security concerns.
• Respond to calls for service, alarms, suspicious activity, safety concerns, and other incidents within the scope of the assignment.
• Monitor access points, doors, buildings, and restricted areas.
• Assist with emergencies and contact University Public Safety, emergency services, or other appropriate personnel when necessary.
• Provide directions and general assistance to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and members of the campus community.
• Complete accurate incident reports, activity logs, and required documentation.
• Enforce applicable site policies and procedures while maintaining a professional and respectful approach.
• Support special events, campus activities, escorts, and other public safety functions as assigned.
• Communicate effectively with University Public Safety, supervisors, coworkers, and campus personnel.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding incidents, investigations, students, employees, and other sensitive information.
• Perform other security and public safety support duties as assigned.
• Work on either campus as operational needs require and report to the assigned campus or post as directed.
• Complete required screening, clearances, and security and site-specific training.

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance, available after 60 days for employees working 30 or more hours per week, at minimal employee cost
• Dental and vision coverage at no cost when enrolled in the company health plan
• Paid time off
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training and development
• 401(k), with eligibility after one year of employment
• Optional accidental life insurance
• Optional short-term disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed