Job Description
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Director of Security or designee, the Security Officer stands or walks about premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules and regulations of the institution as they apply to state laws and city ordinances.
Please Note
Essex County College does not provide visa sponsorship of any kind. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
Compensation & Benefits
This position offers a competitive starting salary of $33,140, along with a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Pension and retirement plans
- Tuition waiver programs
- Opportunities for professional development
Join a collaborative, mission-driven college community dedicated to student success and academic excellence.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Check building security and protect college and individual property.
- Provide information, prevent unauthorized entry and preserve the peace within college regulations, state laws and city ordinances.
- Monitor traffic and parking lots.
- Report traffic, safety and/or security infractions.
- Participate in ID checks, investigations, bomb threat searches, fire drills and other similar actions.
- Furnish escort services.
- Assist police officers as necessary.
- Complete routine and special reports as required.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have a clean police record including a successful fingerprint/records check.
- Ability to complete a three month probationary period.
- Ability to pass physical examination requirements as established by College Health Services.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
Minimum Education Requirements
High School Diploma
Preferred Experience
- Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
- Relevant work experience demonstrating the ability to deal with students and/or the public in college or university campus.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Preferred Education Requirements
Associate's Degree
Essex County College is an EOE/AA