Campus Security Officer - Part Time

Covenant College•Lookout Mountain, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Security Officer is responsible for protecting the personnel and property of Covenant College. Officers must maintain the security and integrity of the campus by patrolling and monitoring student, employee, and guest activities. They must also monitor the premises of residences and buildings to detect suspicious activity, provide assistance where needed, and ensure the safety and well-being of all. The Campus Security Officer is responsible for assisting in the management of campus security/safety programs and services, including fire safety, emergency management, parking, and key control. The Campus Security Officer will supervise assigned work study students.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience within a security, public safety, or law enforcement organization is required.
Passion for the college environment with an ability to build strong rapport with college students, faculty, and staff.
True team player with a high level of professional ethics and personal integrity who projects a high degree of personal energy and enthusiasm for the work.
Leadership and organizational skills; initiative; ability to prioritize; and act as a proactive problem-solver.
Display good judgment and an ability to deal with confidential matters.
Able to relate to others in a cooperative and mature Christian manner with satisfactory oral and written communication skills.
Authentic communicator with exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong understanding of self and awareness of own biases.
Represent the college with a neat appearance and professionalism.
Have an in-depth understanding of applicable laws, risk management, security procedures, policy, and protocol necessary to inform an immediate and correct response to emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or Associate's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience working in higher education security/public safety is strongly desired.
An acceptance of and commitment to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
An understanding of the mission and purpose of Covenant College.

Responsibilities

Maintain a strong visual presence on campus.
Protect personnel and property by patrolling the campus/ monitoring video surveillance.
Monitor entrances to the campus.
Maintain security/secure doors/guard against theft.
Respond to alarms and calls for aid or distress.
Clear alarms as appropriate.
Provide First Aid as appropriate.
Report rule infractions and violations.
Monitor and assist in the maintenance of security cameras.
Monitor the fire alarm system.
Respond to campus emergencies following appropriate emergency response protocols with emphasis on individuals within the campus community.
Investigate and report on suspicious activities, accidents, and safety concerns.
Supervise student workers.
Issue tickets and citations.
Monitor parking areas and special events on campus.
Call for aid when necessary.
Use radios and cellular telephones to maintain contact with other security personnel.
When possible, respond to calls for assistance as they relate to Maintenance and Operations issues and emergencies that arise after hours.
Maintain the Campus Security Vehicles.
When needed, shuttle students to and from the student apartments or the South Campus Road remote parking areas.
Assist with the management and issuance of keys.
Monitor the status of door and key card access systems.
If assigned, carry an assigned firearm on duty in accordance with the College's firearm policy and the College's Officer Response to Resistance or Aggression policy and other established protocols regarding training and conduct.
Assist in the maintenance of the Daily Crime Log.
Other duties and/or department projects as assigned.