Part-Time Security Officer

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Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land‑grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students, including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365‑acre campus is Georgia's second‑largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal‑opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

The Campus Security Officer is responsible for the general security of students, faculty, staff, visitors, and property. This is a 24‑hour/7‑day operation that involves shift work and rotating shifts. This position reports to the Chief of Police or designee.

• Project a positive image of the university and the Campus Police and Safety Department by maintaining a pleasant and professional demeanor with students, employees, and visitors.
• Patrol campus grounds and buildings, checking doors, windows, and gates to ensure that they are secure. In addition, watch for any signs of fire or safety hazards.
• Monitor and respond to fire alarms, and check fire extinguishers.
• Contribute to the overall safety and security of students and employees by maintaining a uniformed presence and requesting police assistance when needed.
• Give directions, render assistance, and provide information as requested.
• Render motorist services in the form of jump‑starts, assisting in tire changes, and the calling of wreckers as requested.
• Respond to incidents requiring documentation after hours, including but not limited to: stuck elevators, minor medical calls, maintenance emergencies, and fire alarms.
• Provide walking escorts for any person who requests one from building to building, or to and from parking lots.
• Respond to low‑risk calls for service to assess the scene and determine the need for police, fire, or EMS response.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies (plumbing, power outage, etc.) after hours to document the incident and protect university property until Plant Operations responds.
• Lock/unlock doors as needed on a regular schedule, and as requested by community members.
• Work fixed‑post positions or reception desks to provide security for buildings, and special events, as needed.
• Assist FVSU police officers as directed within the scope of their ability to do so.
• Enforce city and university regulations of a non‑law enforcement nature (parking, smoking, etc.).
• Make written reports regarding suspicious activity, safety hazards, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school education or GED required.
• Valid Georgia driver's license and meet driving record criteria established by the Department.
• Prior security experience in an educational, medical, or corporate environment is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent decision‑making skills and the ability to think and act quickly.

• Security experience in an educational, medical, or corporate environment.
• Experience working on a college campus.

• Ability to work in conjunction with the community in the furtherance of institutional goals, preferably in an educational environment.
• Ability to exercise self‑restraint and maintain composure under pressure or adverse conditions.
• Ability to operate with limited supervision and maintain efficient, self‑directed job functions necessary.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on good judgment on a frequent basis.
• Skilled in conflict resolution and avoidance, and have exemplary public relations skills.

Work is performed primarily outdoors and may require exposure to extreme weather conditions.

There is potential for exposure to potentially dangerous interpersonal situations, necessitating the observance of appropriate safety…