Security Guard

Security Guard

The Security Guard position assists in protecting people and property in all residential communities housing more than 9,000 residents. The guard monitors for security issues, conducts patrols, interacts professionally with students and staff, maintains accurate paperwork, and provides coverage during holidays, breaks, and special events.

As an integral member of the team, security guards address policy violations, monitor for building security issues and safety hazards, conduct patrols, interact professionally with students and staff, maintain accurate paperwork, and provide coverage during holidays, breaks, and special events as needed. The successful candidate will have an eye for detail and be committed to high‑quality work.

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.

None specified.

9 p.m. – 6 a.m., Thursday – Monday. Includes weekends. Tuesdays and Wednesdays off.

• Conduct foot patrols around assigned residential communities, checking buildings and grounds.
• Watch for and report all life safety issues such as suspicious persons, fire hazards, leaking water pipes, unsecured doors, and other irregularities.
• Examine doors, windows and gates to ensure they are secure.
• Provide walking escorts for students and vehicle transport for housing staff upon request.
• Provide coverage during all university holidays and breaks.
• Provide coverage during special events such as football games, residence hall move‑in days, and other events that may arise.

• Interact with students, university housing staff, and campus partners in a respectful and professional manner.
• Wear and activate body‑worn camera when responding to incidents and providing escorts and/or vehicle transports.
• Address, report, and document any policy violations or violations of the law.
• Work with and support UGA Police Officers as directed by the Officers when they enter the residence halls.

• Complete all required training sessions, some of which may take place during off‑shift hours.
• Maintain and submit accurate, detailed, and professional paperwork and reports.
• Complete monthly inspections of lifesaving equipment in all traditional residence halls.
• Perform other duties consistent with the purpose of this position as assigned.

• Walk 5 miles or more during a shift.
• Exercise alertness and judgment to detect, and if necessary, report probable danger of loss or injury to life and property.
• Verbally communicate and hear any sounds of distress.
• Safely operate a UGA state vehicle as necessary.
• Regularly perform work related duties outdoors in hot or cold weather conditions.

This role is designated as essential personnel and may be asked to report to work during inclement weather or other emergency situations. Employees in this role may be required to report to work when the university is closed or operating under modified conditions. The designation will be reviewed annually.

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.

Recruitment Contact:
Carrie Chitwood Email: cachitwo Phone: Not listed in a secured email to protect privacy