Security Officer

Typical Duties

• Serves Students. Responsible for the enforcement of security procedures and guidelines. Presents a clean, neat, and orderly uniformed presence to deter criminal activity by patrolling or working at a stationary location.
• Ensures student and staff accessibility to college areas at the appropriate scheduled time
• Responds to reports of disturbances or irregularities and will notify Campus Police for a response. Investigate safety hazards as reported
• Creates concise and accurate incident reports and other written articles to document nightly activities
• Assists Campus Police, Campus Life, and outside agencies as needed
• Aids motorists as required
• Participates in educational programs and orientations as needed
• Provides assistance and/or directions to students and staff as needed
• Supports and participates in strategic planning initiatives and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous security experience preferred, but not required; documentation must be provided on application materials
• Applicants may indicate any additional language proficiencies in their application materials, including English/Spanish, as relevant to the position

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Arizona Drivers License or Equivalent

Classification

Non-Exempt

Position Type & Work Schedule

• Part-time
• Up to 19 hours per week
• Work flexible schedule to meet the program, department, and/or institutional needs, which may include Fridays, nights, and/or weekends

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures
• Knowledge of or ability to maintain organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures
• Skill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications, Windows, college system platforms, software, and applications especially those specific to the department operations
• Skill and ability to be self-directed and to manage ones own time
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Ability to complete all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development
• Ability to organize, prioritize, follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion, with close attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Ability to provide assistance in a professional and supportive manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a professional manner
• Ability to be flexible and supportive, positively and proactively assimilate change in a rapid growth environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of protected information and follow FERPA and privacy guidelines
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic workload and demands
• Ability to operate relevant equipment required to complete assigned responsibilities for the position
• Ability to adapt and maintain professional composure in emergent situations
• Ability to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and civility in all job-related actions
• Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, students, and the public

Work Environment

• Working environment may include various locations across the service district, with varying noise levels, indoor and/or outdoor locations as needed to support program, department or institutional needs
• Must be able to perform duties in a variety of weather conditions

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting
• Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking
• May lift, carry, push, and/or pull, at times, a minimum of 10 pounds
• Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and/or twist
• Safely and appropriately operate golf carts or district vehicles
• Must be able to navigate various departments of the organization's physical premises

Travel

• May be required to travel to other locations using various modes of private, commercial, or fleet transportation, and as needed to support program, department, and institutional needs

Note

• Location: Dependent upon assignment and institutional need
• Not Benefits Eligible
• The statements within this document describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified
• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice

Posting Date

May 19, 2026

Application Procedure

The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.

• Completed Application
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)

Address Inquiries To

Arizona Western College
Human Resources
Phone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629
Email: Human.Resources@azwestern.edu