Security Officer I - 004262

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Number 004262 Position Title Security Officer I - 004262 Division Academic Affairs Department 310300 - Baldwin County Campus Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, one year of security or related experience and possession of a valid driver's license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama.

Preferred Qualifications Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama's Baldwin County Campus is seeking to hire a Security Officer I. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

These are the job duties required of the position.

Essential Functions

• Patrols assigned premises, monitor's area traffic, investigates suspicious activities, listens for and reports local alarms and may report to county/municipal authorities when necessary.
• Registers and directs visitors, checks for appropriate Identification, and contacts their host for escort.
• Responds to calls and alarms.
• Responds, investigates, and reports through verbal and written format on accidents, illnesses, and incidents.
• Monitors security systems ensuring doors are not forced, left open or otherwise breached.
• Monitors alarms to make sure they are set and operational.
• Completes daily shift report.
• Reports on alarms for freezers, cold rooms, warm rooms, incubator, autoclaves, or mechanical equipment to the Facilities or Building Services Departments.
• Provides escort service to staff and students as requested to ensure safety.
• Documents and reports on the malfunction of equipment In accordance with area policies.
• Monitors the access control system to detect proper card use, door mechanical problems and system problems.
• Performs preliminary investigations of security deficiencies or breaches.
• Completes problem reports for follow-up law enforcement personnel.
• Completes incident reports to comply with facility licensing/accreditation requirements. Identifies witnesses as first respondent to incidents.
• Provides crowd and/or traffic control during unusual/emergency conditions.
• Attends safety and environmental compliance committee meetings.
• Maintains key control by serving as the contact person for keys.
• Performs building safety duties to include AED inspections and first aid kit inspections.
• Contacts Environmental Safety for environmental waste disposal when needed.
• Serves as the contact person for the Fire Marshall during fire drills and fire safety inspections.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 09/25/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Working Days Monday - Thursday Working Hours 10:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Job Location Baldwin County Campus Full-time or Part-Time Full Time Regular or Temporary Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?

• Yes

• No

• • The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?

• Yes

• No

• • What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• Less than High School

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Associates Degree

• Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

• Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

• Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

• • How many years of related experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year

• Between 1 - 3 years

• Between 3 - 5 years

• Between 5 - 7 years

• More than 7 years

• • Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes

• No

• • How did you hear about this position?

• USA website

• LinkedIn

• Zip Recruiter

• Indeed

• HigherEd Jobs

• Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works

• Facebook

• Word of mouth

• Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter