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Part-Time Security Officer

Fort Valley State University · United States
Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
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United States
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Posted Sep 08, 2026

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Part-Time Security Officer
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    Part-Time Security Officer
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  • Fort Valley, GA, USA
  • Part Time

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    FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Part-Time Security Officer.

    Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

    Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

    JOB SUMMARY

    The Campus Security Officer is responsible for the general security of students, faculty, staff, visitors, and property. This is a 24-hour/7-day operation that involves shift work and rotating shifts. This position reports to the Chief of Police or designee.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Projects positive image of the university and Campus Police and Safety Department by maintaining a pleasant and professional demeanor with students, employees, and visitors
  • Patrols campus grounds and buildings, checking doors, windows, and gates to ensure that they are secure. In addition, watches for any signs of fire or safety hazards
  • Monitors and responds to fire alarms, and checks fire extinguishers
  • Contributes to overall safety and security of students and employees by maintaining a uniformed presence and requesting police assistance when needed
  • Gives directions, renders assistance, and provides information as requested
  • Renders motorist services in the form of jump-starts, assisting in tire changes, and the calling of wreckers as requested
  • Responds to incidents requiring documentation after hours, including but not limited to: stuck elevators, minor medical calls, maintenance emergencies, and fire alarms
  • Provides walking escorts for any person who requests one from building to building, or to and from parking lots
  • Responds to low risk calls for service to assess scene and determine the need for police, fire, or EMS response
  • Responds to maintenance emergencies (plumbing, power outage, etc.) after hours to document incident and protect university property until Plant Operations responds
  • Locks/unlocks doors as needed on a regular schedule, and as requested by community members
  • Works fixed-post positions or reception desks to provide security for buildings, and special events, as needed
  • Assists FVSU police officers as directed within the scope of their ability to do so
  • Enforces city and university regulations of a non-law enforcement nature (parking, smoking, etc.)
  • Makes written reports regarding suspicious activity, safety hazards, etc.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

    • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Education or GED required
  • Valid Georgia driver's license and meet driving record criteria established by the Department
  • Prior security experience in an educational, medical, or corporate environment is desirable
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent decision-making skills and the ability to think and act quickly

    • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Security experience in an educational, medical, or corporate environment
  • Experience working on a college campus

    • KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

  • Ability to work in conjunction with the community in the furtherance of institutional goals, preferably in an educational environment
  • Ability to exercise self-restraint and maintain composure under pressure or adverse conditions required.
  • Ability to operate with limited supervision and maintain efficient, self- directed job functions necessary.
  • Ability to make sound decisions based on good judgment on a frequent basis
  • Skilled in conflict resolution and avoidance, and have exemplary public relations skills

    • WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Work is performed primarily outdoors, and may require exposure to extreme weather conditions
  • Has potential for exposure to potentially dangerous interpersonal situations, necessitating the observance of appropriate safety precautions
  • Requires weekend, holiday, and shift work
  • Must fully understand the role of a non-sworn guard in a support role to the FVSU police unit and know when to summon police assistance or fire/EMS help

    • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Job may be physically demanding at times and may require physical exertion including bending, reaching, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, etc.
  • Requires long periods of walking, standing, and sitting
  • Requires the ability to defend oneself or a member of the community in exigent circumstances

    • USG Core Values Statement

    The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line athttps: // www. usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18personnelconduct

    Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https: // www. usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

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