Temp, PT Armed Security Officer

Summary

Job Responsibilities

Routinely patrol campus and other properties under jurisdiction on foot, in motor vehicles, or in other authorized transportation. Watch for unauthorized persons, suspicious or criminal activities, disturbances, and violations through regular patrols and monitoring of camera systems. Secure (lock and unlock) campus facilities per directives. Conduct security and safety checks and patrols of all buildings and campus grounds. Observe and report safety hazards to appropriate personnel and departments. Observe weather conditions on and around campus property and report dangerous or unusual weather-related activity to management for timely response and communication. Respond to all emergencies and disasters on campus. Enforce department and college policies and regulations as related to safety and security, including applicable state and federal laws on Spartanburg Community College property and other areas within jurisdiction. Enforce traffic and parking regulations within Spartanburg Community College jurisdiction. Assist campus and local law enforcement with all traffic control needs, including directing traffic, posting signage, setting and removal of traffic cones and barricades, and more. Conduct arrests and issue trespasses according to departmental policies and SLED regulations. Investigate complaints and violations of college policy and South Carolina law within Spartanburg Community College's jurisdiction and patrol area. This may include viewing camera footage, talking with witnesses, capturing and handling evidence, and writing incident reports.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Must be 21 years of age by the date of hire. Must have a valid South Carolina driver's license and the ability to operate all equipment in the campus safety vehicle. Criminal background check required for hire. Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of one year of experience in college security, contractual security, police, corrections, fire safety, EMS, and military.

Additional Comments

Spartanburg Community College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

Benefits

Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

Routinely patrol campus and other properties under jurisdiction on foot, in motor vehicles, or in other authorized transportation. Watch for unauthorized persons, suspicious or criminal activities, disturbances, and violations through regular patrols and monitoring of camera systems. Secure (lock and unlock) campus facilities per directives. Conduct security and safety checks and patrols of all buildings and campus grounds. Observe and report safety hazards to appropriate personnel and departments. Observe weather conditions on and around campus property and report dangerous or unusual weather-related activity to management for timely response and communication. Respond to all emergencies and disasters on campus. Enforce department and college policies and regulations as related to safety and security, including applicable state and federal laws on Spartanburg Community College property and other areas within jurisdiction. Enforce traffic and parking regulations within Spartanburg Community College jurisdiction. Assist campus and local law enforcement with all traffic control needs, including directing traffic, posting signage, setting and removal of traffic cones and barricades, and more. Conduct arrests and issue trespasses according to departmental policies and SLED regulations. Investigate complaints and violations of college policy and South Carolina law within Spartanburg Community College's jurisdiction and patrol area. This may include viewing camera footage, talking with witnesses, capturing and handling evidence, and writing incident reports.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Must be 21 years of age by the date of hire. Must have a valid South Carolina driver's license and the ability to operate all equipment in the campus safety vehicle. Criminal background check required for hire. Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of one year of experience in college security, contractual security, police, corrections, fire safety, EMS, and military.

Additional Comments

Spartanburg Community College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

Benefits

Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.