Security Guard

Posting Number: S13862P

Working Title: Security Guard

Department: Housing-Security

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. The posting provides information about the role of Security Guard within University Housing, including responsibilities, qualifications, and policies. This position is located in the Athens Area and requires working mostly at night with a schedule of 9 p.m. – 6 a.m., five days per week, with potential weekends and two days off.

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and the state’s flagship university. UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs about 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff, with enrollment exceeding 41,000 students.

Part of the Division of Student Affairs, University Housing comprises nearly 2.8 million square feet of facilities and serves more than 9,000 students. The department employs 220 full-time staff, 21 graduate assistants, and 565 undergraduate student workers. As a self-supporting auxiliary, University Housing operates a $59 million budget derived from student housing fees and other non-state sources. Its mission emphasizes comfortable, affordable, secure housing that supports academic success and personal growth.

Athens Area

Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: 9 p.m. – 6 a.m. five days per week. Could include weekends. Two days off.
Advertised Salary: $45,000
Posting Date: 09/26/2025
Open until filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 11/01/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants: We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Individuals needing accommodations with accessibility can contact Central HR (hrweb).

USG Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details are available in USG Board Policy and can be found online.

Classification

Title:

Security Guard
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

• Preferred Qualifications: Two or more years’ security, police or military experience
• Work experience on a University Campus.

The Security Guard assists in protecting persons and property in and around residential communities housing more than 9,000 residents. Responsibilities include addressing policy violations, monitoring building security and safety hazards, conducting patrols, interacting professionally with students and staff, maintaining accurate paperwork, and providing coverage during holidays, breaks, and special events as needed. The successful candidate will have an eye for detail and a commitment to high-quality work.

Write clear and accurate shift and incident reports; remain calm and confident in stressful situations; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; work effectively with all levels of staff; learn security systems and body camera operation; learn the residential buildings and surrounding grounds.

• Walk 5 miles or more during a shift.
• Visual acuity to identify security or safety issues during night hours.
• Verbally communicate and hear sounds of distress.
• Safely operate a UGA state vehicle as necessary.
• Occasionally perform outdoor duties in hot or cold weather.

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