Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Number
Working Title
Residential Life Student Support Specialist (RLSS)
Division
Student Affairs
Department/Unit
Housing & Residence Life
Section
Housing & Residence Life (section)
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
Description of Work
The Office of Residential Life at Elizabeth City State University
is seeking responsible, vigilant, and professional
Residential
Life Security Specialist ( RLSS ) to support the safety and
security of students residing in our on-campus residence halls.
This is a
temporary, part-time overnight position working
from
12:00 AM to 8:00 AM, with shifts available
Monday
through Sunday . The RLSS will be stationed within a residence
hall and is expected to contribute to a safe and welcoming
community through regular patrols, reporting, and assistance with
security concerns.
- Conduct regular duty rounds throughout the assigned residence
hall(s) to monitor safety and security.
Complete and maintain accurate duty logs and reports.
Secure entrances, exits, doors, and windows during and after
curfew hours.
Monitor the residence hall front desk and control access to the
building.
Answer incoming phone calls and respond professionally to
inquiries or requests for assistance.
Assist University Police in investigations, emergency response,
and other safety-related matters.
Complete incident reports using Maxient or similar
software.
Respond to emergencies (e.g., fire alarms, medical issues,
disturbances) in accordance with university protocols.
Investigate and report suspicious activity or unauthorized
individuals on premises.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this
Position
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Prior experience in security, residential life, or emergency
response preferred.
- Ability to remain alert, observant, and responsive throughout
overnight shifts.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to always maintain professionalism and
confidentiality.
- Familiarity with campus safety procedures and reporting systems
(e.g., Maxient) a plus.
- Must be able to walk for extended periods and respond quickly
in emergency situations.
License or Certification Required by Statute or
Regulation
Management Preferences
Experience working in a residence hall setting is preferred
Position Recruitment Range
Position Category
Temporary/Student
Position Status
Temporary
Work Hours (i.e. 8:00-5:00pm, etc.)
12:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Work Schedule (i.e. Mon-Fri, Rotating Shifts, Etc.)
30 hours per week; Monday-Sunday
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ATS00218P
Job Open Date
05/02/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
AA/EEO Statement
Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in
access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect
to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis
of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and
expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status,
genetic information or sexual orientation.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be
conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory
criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment
will be required before the hiring process can be completed. ECSU
is an E-Verify participant.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.ecsu.edu/postings/6435
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
- DD214
- Other
