Security Officer Senior

Closing at:
Jul 27 2026 - 23:55 MDT

Security Officer Senior

• College:
  Doña Ana Community College
• Division: DACC Dona Ana CC
• Department: 941230-DACC FACILITIES SUPP
• Location:
  
  Doña Ana Community College
• Hourly Rate: $17.85
• Full‑time Equivalency: 1.0
• Shift: Other Shift (Generally 0700–2230, Monday–Saturday)
• FLSA Status:
  Non‑Exempt
• Bargaining Unit: AFSCME

• Provide a uniformed presence to protect property and maintain a high visibility presence to deter illegal activity.
• Communicate directly with law enforcement officials and the public to address safety or security concerns.
• Warn persons of rule infractions or violations and detain or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary, per policy.
• Monitor and authorize entrance of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
• Complete incident reports for equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences; monitor security detecting devices or surveillance equipment to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
• Assist with emergency evacuations of facilities and conduct protective sweeps of assigned areas.
• Perform miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.
• Perform additional duties as required for NMSU special events, including sporting events, concerts, campus activities, and security monitoring or escort duties.

• Required education:
  High School diploma or GED.
• Preferred qualifications:
  
  Former police or security service in good standing; familiarity with the use of firearms; physically fit and able to pass a basic police service agility test; able to stand, walk, and lift 50 pounds for long periods.
• Special certification/licensure:
  Minimum age 21 years old; legally able to purchase and carry a handgun; complete at least 80 hours of initial training and obtain certification through NMSU Police Department within six months from hire date; hold a current NM driver’s license or obtain an NMSU driving permit upon hire.
• Special requirements:
  Legally able and willing to handle firearms; no felony or misdemeanor convictions involving domestic violence (New Mexico State Statute 30‑7‑16); full background investigation including fingerprints, polygraph, and psychological exam; complete Security Officer Level I, II, and III training within six months of hire; pass background check by NMSU Police Department.

• Environment: moderate exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Physical effort:
  Light; not more than two hours per day.
• Lifting requirements:
  Handle average‑weight objects up to 25 pounds; stand and/or walk for more than four hours per day.
• Risk:
  Exposure to hazards or physical risks requiring basic safety precautions.

New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non‑merit factor.