Campus Security Guard

Campus Security Guard (Temporary/Part-Time)

Number of Openings:
Multiple

Employee Classification:
Non‑Exempt

Salary Range: $15.38 per hour

Position Status:
Part‑Time Temporary—Not to exceed 29 hours per week.

Institution:
Cleveland State Community College, a comprehensive, two‑year post‑secondary institution located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution.

The Campus Security Guard performs general security duties to help maintain a safe and secure environment for the campus community. Working closely with campus police, the guard monitors campus grounds, responds to incidents, and assists in enforcing safety policies and procedures. The Campus Police Department operates Monday through Sunday; security guards may be scheduled for shifts between 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. on those days.

• Patrol campus areas on foot, bicycle, or motor vehicle to prevent and report crime.
• Secure campus buildings and inspect rooms and grounds for safety, maintenance, and property issues.
• Provide security for events occurring on campus and assist with community‑related programs as needed.
• Help implement safety policies to maintain a secure campus environment.

• Keep daily activity logs and prepare reports (e.g., incident reports) for supervisors.
• Testify in court or legal proceedings when required.
• Maintain and use issued security equipment (e.g., keys, flashlight, department cell phone, radio, etc.) properly.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work activities may involve the use of standard office equipment, including computers, printers, copiers, scanners, telephones, and other related devices. Security guards are also required to operate departmental equipment, including but not limited to flashlights, radios, cell phones, and campus security vehicles.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) to create documents, manage data, prepare reports, and support daily operations as needed.
• Knowledge of campus policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the physical layout of the campus.
• Knowledge of security practices.
• Knowledge of campus and local resources for emergency situations.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to operate campus security vehicles and required equipment and tools as needed.

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma.
• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Successful completion of a background check.
• Valid Tennessee Driver’s License.

This on‑site position is based in the Campus Police Department located on the main campus of Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee.