Security Officer

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

• Tuskegee University employment application
• Resume/CV
• Copies of unofficial transcripts
• Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

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Position Title Security Officer

Status Full Time

This is a CONTINUOUS OPEN ANNOUNCEMENT

Provides basic security and protection of persons on campus and on university property

• Observe and report unsafe or suspicious conditions on campus
• Assist higher level officers on response to incidents regarding campus safety and security
• Court or judicial appearances as required relating to campus matters
• Provides directions and assistance to campus constituents
• Provides security and safeguard to campus facilities
• Maintains communications contact with TUPD to provide response to service calls and assistance
• Completes required reports and forms
• Attends internal and external training and meetings as assigned
• Monitor alarm and surveillance systems; including response
• Must be able to pass a Firearms Safety Course (dept. may arm officers during emergency situations)
• Performs other related duties as assigned

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to work rotating shifts
• Must have a valid driver’s license

While performing the duties of a security guard, tasks involve the intermittent performance of extremely physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, running and climbing. The duties of a security guard may also involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of heavy objects and/or people, such as in the event of chasing and/or subduing a suspect(s).

Some tasks are performed with the potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements including, but not limited to, heat, humidity, inclement weather, loud noises, toxic/chemical agents, electrical currents, violent behavior, weapons, explosives, traffic and animals. Tasks includes working around moving parts, vehicles, equipment, golf carts, ATV’s and material handling, where extremely heightened awareness to surroundings and environment is essential in the preservation of life and property.

Standard body gear and equipment applies in the preservation of life and property, as does special equipment based on assignment including, but not limited to, various types of body armor and safety gear.

Ability to administer first aid or CPR

Posting Number S318

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Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

• Tuskegee University employment application
• Resume/CV
• Copies of unofficial transcripts
• Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you 21 years of age or older?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcript 1
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Curriculum Vitae
• Other
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3
• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3