Security Officer/Dispatcher

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Posting Number: PA700618P Classification Title: Security Officer/Dispatcher Classification Code: 0665 Working Title: Security Officer/Dispatcher Position Type: Staff Contract Length (Full-Time Faculty Only): Not Applicable Hiring Range: $16.70 - $20.90 hourly (FY27) Full-Time/Part-Time: Part-Time Position Status: Regular Department: Public Safety Posting Date: 08/28/2026 Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver's license required
• Ability to pass background check and fingerprinting clearance
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during emergencies
• Basic computer proficiency for reporting and dispatch systems Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to patrol indoor and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and climb stairs as needed
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25-30lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in campus security, law enforcement, military, or emergency services
• Training in CPR, First Aid, and AED
• Experience in dispatch or radio communications
• Familiarity with security systems, access control, or alarm monitoring

Summary of Duties:

The Security Officer/Dispatcher is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for students, employees, and visitors at a public two-year college. This position serves in both a dispatch and field security capacity, coordinating emergency and non-emergency responses, monitoring campus activity, and enforcing institutional safety and security policies. This position is designated as essential personnel. Employees in this role are required to report to work during emergencies, inclement weather events, and other campus closures unless specifically excused by supervisory authority.

Regular, predictable, reliable, and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position. The Security Officer/Dispatcher must consistently report to work as scheduled and be present and available for assigned shifts to ensure continuous coverage of campus security operations, emergency response capability, and public safety functions. Due to the essential nature of this position, reliable and consistent staffing is necessary to maintain appropriate security coverage and operational readiness. Unscheduled, frequent, or recurring absences may directly impact staffing levels, campus safety, emergency response, and the College's ability to maintain continuous security operations.

Location: Newark Work Hours:

This is a part-time position working weekends. Shifts assigned may vary to meet the needs of the college & campus and may include: Friday/Saturday 11:30 p.m.-8:00 a.m., Saturday/Sunday 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Saturday/Sunday 3:30 p.m.-12 midnight or other shifts.

Closing Date: 09/11/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants:

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a valid Ohio driver's license?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes

• No

• • Please describe your experience or training in security, law enforcement, military, emergency services, CPR/First Aid & AED.

(Open Ended Question)

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Other Document