Security Officer

Job Summary

Assist the Public Safety department in maintaining a safe campus.

• Patrol assigned area(s) on foot or in university provided transportation.
• Notify supervisor and/or authorities of theft, trespassing, fire, or other unusual events, coordinate with other law enforcement agencies as necessary.
• Identify unsafe conditions on campus and reports/respond as appropriate; emergency situations should be addressed immediately.
• Make building checks to ensure facilities are secured; closed windows, secure access, and adjust consumables such as lighting and temperatures as appropriate. Lock and unlock offices and buildings as directed.
• Assist in traffic control; write citations for parking violations.
• Assist, direct, and answer questions campus of the university community and its guests as needed.
• Complete Maxient reports in accordance with training and submission requirements.
• In the event of a violation of university policy or violation of law, security officers must respond accordingly based on training and best practices.
• Provide a customer service mindset while interacting with Chowan University faculty, staff, students, and its guests.
• Assist local authorities when requested or directed.
• Conduct routine facility and emergency equipment inspections as required.
• Note and report any maintenance/safety issues as discovered.
• Transport Chowan University members and/or guests as directed, using university provided transportation.
• Assist with safety concerns as necessitated.
• Complete all training requirements, to include Mental Health First Aid Training and First Aid/CPR Training and maintain training requirements.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience with in a security environment preferred.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
• May require walking or standing for long periods.
• May occasionally exert up to 15 pounds of force.