PT Public Safety Security Officer

NorthWest Arkansas Community College • Nwacc, AR

11d • Onsite

About The Position

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities in Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas. The college offers associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training programs and is dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.

The Public Safety Security Officer works under the general supervision of the sergeant on duty and is responsible for providing and maintaining security for campus buildings, equipment, and grounds. The role responds to suspicious or unlawful activity, helps with traffic and crowd control at school events, conducts security and safety inspections, assists members of the campus and public, manages door access, and maintains incident and investigation reports. Additional duties may be assigned to support department and college goals and objectives. Rate of pay is $14.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Formal education equivalent to a high school diploma.
• One year of security or help desk experience, or experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of current public safety and security policies, procedures, and strategies.
• Knowledge of computer software used within the department.
• Strong written and oral communication and relational skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and members of the public.
• Ability to compose and write reports, forms, and memos.
• Ability to analyze situations mentally, solve problems, and make decisions under pressure within the area of responsibility.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions and communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely in writing.
• Ability to meet the described physical demands, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 25 pounds; reasonable accommodations may be made.

Responsibilities

• Observe the campus for suspicious or unlawful activities and make appropriate responses.
• Direct traffic and oversee crowd control activities at school events.
• Conduct regular inspections of campus buildings and grounds for security and safety violations.
• Respond to questions and requests for assistance from faculty, students, staff, and the general public as needed.
• Lock and unlock doors as requested.
• Compile and maintain accurate written reports of incidents and investigations, and submit them to the proper authorities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the goals and objectives of the department and college.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED