Security Officer

About Us Located in Morrow, Georgia, Clayton State University is roughly 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta. The university offers employees an adaptable, collaborative environment that fosters professional and personal development. The university is committed to having apositive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Clayton State offers multiple certificates, Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's Degree programs, which currently enrollover 5,500 students in challenging campus and online courses. Clayton State's main campus is situated on 214 beautiful acres in a lakeside setting just minutes from downtown Atlanta, making access to the vibrant metropolitan area swift. The Atlanta-Journal Constitution has named the university a Top Workplace in Atlanta for six consecutive years. The Chronicle of Higher Education also named Clayton State one of 79 higher education institutions across the nation in its list of 2017 Great Colleges to Work For. Job Summary The University Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of students, faculty, staff, and visitors on the university campus. This role includes patrolling the campus, responding to incidents, enforcing university regulations, and collaborating with local law enforcement as necessary. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. This position may require on-call assignments, overtime, or working weekends, nights, holidays, and rotating shifts. Responsibilities Conduct regular patrols of the campus on foot, by bicycle, or in a vehicle to ensure a safe and secure environment and report any unsafe conditions to on duty law enforcement. Monitor security cameras and alarm systems to identify and respond to suspicious activities. Check buildings and facilities to ensure doors, windows, and gates are secure. Unlock or lock buildings as needed. Respond promptly to emergency situations, including medical emergencies, fires, and security breaches. Perform rescue functions during accidents, emergencies, and disasters, including directing traffic for extended periods, administering emergency medical aid, lifting, dragging, and removing individuals from dangerous situations, and securing and evacuating people from affected areas. Provide assistance during evacuations and other emergency procedures. Prepare detailed incident reports and maintain accurate records of security activities. Enforce university policies and regulations. Investigate and document incidents of crime, misconduct, or suspicious behavior, and collaborate with law enforcement as necessary. Build and maintain positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Participate in safety and security awareness programs and provide information on crime prevention. Offer assistance and information to those in need, enhancing the sense of community on campus. Maintain accurate logs of daily activities, including shift reports and incident documentation. Comply with Campus Security Authority responsibilities under the Clery Act. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. No felony or other disqualifying criminal convictions. Possession of a valid Georgia driver's license. Must be eligible to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications Two years of related or a combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Strong observational and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and effectively. Proficiency with computer skills for report writing, monitoring security systems, and general administrative duties. Must have the ability to maintain awareness of surroundings and be alert to potential safety problems. Effective customer service skills. Knowledge of basic safety and crime-prevention practices, customer service principles, and basic fire-prevention methods. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at . Institutional Values Clayton State University will have a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Our statement of core values is adaptability, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and people-centered. Each Clayton State University community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on Clayton State's Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct can be found online at and Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Clayton State University, as determined by Clayton State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Candidate must disclose potential, actual, or apparent conflicts of interest in compliance. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Equal Employment Opportunity Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of Clayton State University and the University System of Georgia (USG). Clayton State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any Clayton State University program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. Clery Disclosure This position may be considered a Campus Security Authority, CSA. A Campus Security Authority is a Clery-specific term that encompasses certain departments, groups, and individual employees who have a duty to report crimes they become aware of, as defined by the Clery Act.