"Security Officer"

Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$21.75 per hour

Posted:

Today

Application Due:

03/05/2026

Category:

Police and Public Safety

Salary:

$21.75 Hourly

Location:

Main Campus - Toms River, NJ

Job Type:

Full-Time

Job Number:

202301122

Division:

Finance & Administration

Department:

Safety & Security

Opening Date:

02/19/2026

Closing Date:

3/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Additional Information:

M-F 3pm-11pm

The Position

The position enforces security practices to all employees, students, visitors, and the College's facilities. This position will also be expected to adhere to compliance guidelines and training requirements associated with the Campus Security Act (CSA).

What You Will Do

1. Enforces College security policies to students, employees, outside vendors and visitors
2. Patrols the campus on foot, bicycle, cart or car ensuring a positive perception of safety and professionalism serving as a visual deterrent to crime and misconduct
3. Monitors safety equipment such as surveillance cameras and fire alarms
4. Generates and maintains accurate documentation including incident reports and sees they are communicated to the Toms River Police Department
5. Inspects, secures and monitors all College facilities to detect fire, property damage or other irregularities
6. Identifies the need to escort students, staff and visitors within the boundaries of departmental policies
7. Works at all OCC facilities including offices, classrooms, and equipment rooms, which may have limited ventilation or be heavily congested. Security Officers must work under adverse weather conditions and may be subjected to varying temperatures within the buildings
8. Participates in annual CSA compliance training and adheres to the guidelines of the Campus Security Act when carrying out the duties of this position.
9. Related projects and initiatives

The Successful Candidate Must Have

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. One year of experience in security, military, law enforcement, or related field monitoring property and providing safety to others
3. Able to do physical labor which may involve heavy weights, considered manageable and safe, and must be able to transport equipment including fire extinguishers and first aid equipment which may weigh 40 pounds
4. Successfully complete an Ocean County College training program within 90 days to become certified in First Aid, CPR and AED.
5. Valid New Jersey Driver's License in good standing

Even Better If You Have

1. Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) certified.
2. Prior experience in a college/university setting.
3. Proof of graduation from an accredited police academy and certification by the Police Training Commission of New Jersey.
4. Certification and ability to carry a firearm as a Retired Police Officer (RPO).

Ocean County College is an EEO/AA/ADA employer.

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