Part-Time Security Guard (Elkhart)

Ivy Tech Community College • South Bend, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time Security Guard provides day-to-day security coverage at Ivy Tech’s Elkhart County campus and helps create a safe and inclusive environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests. The position reports directly to the Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (PSEP) Campus Lead; the posting also identifies the Director of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness as the reporting contact. The hourly wage is $15.00. The officer might be asked to be available for shifts from 6 AM–12 PM, 12 PM–5 PM, or 5 PM–10 PM.

The position involves campus patrols, incident response and investigation, emergency assistance, written reporting, safety escorts, building access and opening/closing procedures, and use of campus security and reporting systems. The guard serves as a Campus Security Authority under the Jeanne Clery Act and performs duties in accordance with FERPA, applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Ivy Tech states that part-time employee benefits include access to a vision care plan, an Employee Assistance Program, payroll-deduction retirement savings contributions, and fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to resolve individual and group conflicts.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to partner effectively with colleagues inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to promote an inclusive environment in which people from diverse backgrounds feel respected and valued.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure campus environment through vehicle and foot patrols.
• Respond to and investigate reported incidents, including thefts, campus vehicle accidents, property issues, medical emergencies, fires, safety hazards, and fire or security alarms.
• Offer positive customer service and student advocacy, supporting student success through approachability, adaptability, and problem-solving.
• Assist with or lead responses to campus emergencies.
• Complete written incident reports and other forms related to public safety duties.
• Uphold and maintain Campus PSEP staff standards.
• Use CCTV, the access control system, and the incident reporting system.
• Assist in maintaining campus life safety equipment.
• Provide safety escorts for students, faculty, staff, and guests as needed.
• Lock and unlock doors as necessary.
• Complete building opening and closing procedures.
• Serve as a Campus Security Authority under the Jeanne Clery Act.
• Perform other duties logically associated with the position as assigned, while observing FERPA, applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Benefits

• Access to a vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program with no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources.
• Payroll-deduction option to contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars toward retirement savings.
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

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