Residence Hall Security Coordinator

Purpose

The purpose of the Residence Hall Security Coordinator is to provide and ensure general safety and security of university residence halls, as well as oversee lobby and desk areas within halls to minimize disturbances and infractions of rules during nighttime hours.

• Monitors lobby and desk areas during shift for safety and security; monitors door access and camera system and reports suspicious activity to supervisor and/or authorities; checks that all exterior entrances are functioning and secure; handles emergency procedures in accordance with UHD policies and the Resident Manual and Night Operations and Desk Manual; alerts residence life on‑call staff and/or UTPD of potential problems.
• Checks student IDs entering between 12AM and 8AM; enforces University and Residence Hall rules and regulations; provides customer service to residents requesting temporary IDs and keys; checks in overnight guests; provides general education to residential students and guests about safety and security.
• Supports UHD programs, priorities, and special events such as opening and closing; assists with student late check‑ins and check‑outs; serves on departmental and divisional committees and work groups; shares ideas and recommendations for improving safety and security policies, practices, and operations.
• Collaborates and communicates with other residence life staff, such as Resident Assistants, Complex Coordinators, and Assistant Directors; assists with staff selection, training, and development; attends residence life all staff meetings and Night Operations bi‑weekly meetings.

• High school graduation or GED.
• Experience providing safety and security for a building or group of individuals.

• Experience working with young adults in a university residence life setting.
• Experience working in a clerical/office setting.
• Experience handling confidential or security‑sensitive information.
• Experience with and knowledge of the University of Texas and UHD Residence Hall Policies and Procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software programs.
• Demonstrated ability to receive, respond to, and follow through with verbal work‑related instructions and requests from supervisors, customers, and co‑workers.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.

$39,520+ depending on qualifications

• 100% employer‑paid basic medical coverage
• Free Capital Metro bus rides
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Career growth & professional development

• May work in all weather conditions.
• May work around standard office conditions.

• 12AM to 8AM – days, hours, location, and area may vary based on needs of the university and department.

• Resume/CV
• Three work references with contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, including promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

A criminal history background check will be required for finalists under consideration for this position.

The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action, and is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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