FT Security Officer I

Assist in supporting and promoting security/safety at all Haywood Community College locations.

The primary schedule will be Monday-Friday, 4pm-12am. These hours are subject to minor changes to provide the most coverage during peak activity but will remain a primary evening shift. Flexibility in scheduling is required as shifts may change depending upon campus coverage needs.

*Qualified candidates may be contacted for interviews as they apply.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with emergency drills and workshops to ensure a safe working and educational environment for students, employees, and visitors.
• Provide security for students, faculty and staff in a professional, courteous manner through proactive foot and vehicle patrols, positive community engagement, and use of modern crime prevention techniques. 
• Responsible for the opening and closing of buildings; patrolling campus buildings and grounds; enforcing campus safety and security regulations; and inspecting designated areas on a routine basis. 
• Maintain order and uphold the image and respect of the department and the College through enforcement of College policies and procedures.
• Must be able to maintain quality customer service and practice effective interpersonal communication skills while utilizing conflict resolution methods.
• Observe, accurately report and follow up on incidents which may include but are not limited to first aid, life safety, and internal theft.
• Required to work shifts.
• Assist in performing routine drills as prescribed. 
• Respond to reports from faculty, staff, and students of unsafe and/or hazardous areas and conditions. 
• Make sound decisions during emergency situations based on the College’s policies and procedures.
• Communicate with local law enforcement/emergency responders as needed.
• Ensure students, employees, vendors, and visitors follow safety and security related policies and procedures.
• Enter information into Maxient software program.
• Maintain reports and logs and other duties as required

  

Minimum

High School diploma or equivalent. Working knowledge of customer security requirements and incident investigation. Working knowledge of customer service practices and principles. Demonstrated skills in the use of security vehicles, communication equipment, alarm systems, and other types of security equipment. Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions, meet physical demands of the position, to react appropriately in routine and emergency situations, to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a diverse population, to gather information and write factual reports, and to explain and ensure compliance with Federal, State, Local, and HCC policies, rules, and regulations. Must be proficient in developing records systems, reports, and secure system processing requirements. Microsoft Office proficiency with Word, Access, Outlook, and proprietary databases. North Carolina Driver’s License; Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.

Preferred

Meet minimum requirements and have 2-3 years of security experience. Working knowledge of customer security requirements and incident investigation. 

The following is necessary for consideration:

• Official Haywood Community College employment application online found at our jobs page: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/haywoodedu. Please call Jamie Hilton at (828)627-4562 with any questions or if you are unable to complete the online application for any reason.
• The application must be complete for consideration - do not reference resume. A resume is suggested but does not take the place of any questions or details that you need to provide in order to be qualified for the position.  Unofficial transcripts must be included for the application process. Most unofficial transcripts can be downloaded from college/university websites. Official transcripts of all secondary education must be submitted to Human Resources within 10 days of any offer of employment. 
• References may not be a current HCC employee. Candidates must provide three professional references with email addresses.  At least one reference must be a current or previous supervisor.  
• College screening committee is responsible for application review, interviews, and recommends the candidate to HR. Upon completion of the hire process in HR, President approval is required in the hire of a candidate. 
• HCC is a tobacco free campus
  

Haywood Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or status as a covered veteran in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. Upon request, the College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities so that they may be able to perform the essential functions of their job unless doing so would result in an undue burden for the College.

Haywood Community College (HCC) is part of the North Carolina Community College System and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Founded in 1965, it is an open-door institution with the mission to foster an environment that meets the educational needs of the communities it serves, promotes student success in higher education and in the workplace, and facilitates economic development. This includes programs for Haywood County high school students through Career and College Promise and Haywood Early College. The college campus, a designated arboretum, boasts one of the most beautiful college campuses in the state with an iconic mill pond, a productive greenhouse, dahlia gardens, an orchard garden and a rhododendron garden.