Security Guard ; PT - Non-Perm

At a Glance

The safety and security of the LCC Campus Community is paramount to maintaining a friendly and welcoming environment for all. Our Security Guards patrol the grounds 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Join the Security Team as a part-time Security Guard to help support campus safety. The Security Guard will be responsible for patrolling, inspecting buildings and grounds, and enforcing rules of behavior.

The position is a substitute (on‑call) Security Guard without a specified number of hours. Hours vary based on need and availability and will primarily occur during evenings, weekends, and holidays, but will not exceed 19 hours per week or 75 hours per month. The typical hours of campus operations are between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday–Friday. This position is categorized as a non‑permanent Security Guard 1 under the State of Washington Class Specification.

In‑person work is required. The position reports to the Director of Security.

• Patrol buildings and grounds by foot and/or vehicle
• Monitor people and vehicle entry to grounds
• Monitor vehicles in parking areas to prevent vandalism or theft
• Respond to reports of stolen property, accidents, parking incidents and other disturbances
• Enforce security rules and policies, and rules of behavior
• Complete daily shift logs and security reports
• Receive lost property found on campus; receive complaints, obtain statements, and conduct preliminary investigations
• Control access to buildings
• Direct visitors and others to parking areas and offices; provide information and assistance to individuals as necessary
• Provide safety escorts for visitors, staff, students as requested
• Check in on other personnel working alone on the grounds; assist staff and others with personal safety concerns
• Promote goodwill with the community
• Other duties as assigned

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to assisting campus visitors, ensuring satisfaction and positive outcomes
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency using computer software applications (MS Office Suite) is required
• A valid state‑issued driver’s license

• Previous experience performing First Responder duties (Fire/EMT, Law Enforcement, Paramedic, etc.)
• Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education
• A commitment to providing quality service to students, faculty, staff, and other campus visitors

Lower Columbia College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington State's Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations.

All inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX, access, equal opportunity and/or grievance procedures should be directed to Kendra Sprague, Vice President of Foundation, HR & Legal Affairs, 1600 Maple Street, PO Box 3010, Longview, WA 98632, title9, phone (360) 442‑2120, TTY (800) 833‑6388.

• If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in…