PT SECURITY OFFICER
Mission Statement
Midland College serves West Texas through exemplary teaching and dedicated
public service. We prepare and inspire diverse students to start, strive and
succeed. We strengthen community through educational leadership and
collaboration. Midland College provides quality programs and courses, relevant
workforce development and continuing education, valuable personal enrichment
and cultural experiences, and community and student-centered services.
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Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title PT SECURITY OFFICER
Position Status Part Time
Classification Title Part-Time Security Officer-Up to 19 hpw
Work Location
Job Summary Provides personal, equipment, and real property security for faculty, staff, students, and visitors within an assigned area of the Midland College campus. Provides escort services, and other basic public assistance services as needed, and performs routine security and public safety patrol duties within assigned area. Remains alert to emergency situations and provides first-line response, emergency management, and/or referral if required.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to successfully conduct security patrols without direct
supervision
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to complete routine paperwork and safely operate a motor vehicle
Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and customer service orientation
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety codes, regulations, and
procedures
Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel
Skill in performing building security and lock procedures
Knowledge of the basic operations of computers and email
Ability to walk considerable distances and perform moderate physical
activity
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License, good driving record, and be
insurable on Midland College's insurance policy
Preferred Qualifications
Essential Functions
Patrols assigned area on foot, in assigned motor vehicle, or other
specialized vehicle to ensure personal, building, and equipment security
Examines doors, windows, and gates to ensure security; uses College keys
to open and close buildings; monitors closed buildings for unauthorized
persons and/or suspicious activities
Informs and warns violators of rule infractions, such as loitering,
smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
Provides escort services for visitors, students, staff, and faculty, as
necessary; provides other public assistance, such as lockout services,
jump-starts, and routine information
Watches for and reports irregularities, such as security breaches,
facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations; contacts emergency
responders, such as police, fire, and/or ambulance personnel, as required
Remains alert for the presence of unauthorized persons and/or security
code violators; approaches suspicious persons and/or notifies police as
appropriate; may confront and/or detain violators, as required, until
police arrive
Performs periodic checks of street lights to ensure proper functioning;
reports malfunctions as required
May provide safe and efficient transportation to Midland College employees
and/or visitors, as requested, using a College vehicle
Patrols and monitors assigned parking areas to provide public security and
assistance
Maintains security controls of issued College keys; safeguards and
controls issued equipment
Prepares routine, standardized reports
Monitors and closes the gates on South Foundation during inclement weather
Monitors all Midland College campuses, including the Main campus, Cogdell,
and ATC
Other duties as assigned
Physical Demands
Ability to walk considerable distances and operate College vehicles in a
safe manner
Moderate physical activity; requires handling of average-weight objects,
standing or walking for extended periods of time, and climbing of stairs
and ladders
Use of manual dexterity
The work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks,
which require following basic safety precautions
Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme
temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud
noises
Work primarily in an outdoor environment
The person in this position frequently communicates with others verbally
and electronically; must be able to exchange accurate information
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision,
distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
The person in this position needs to occasionally move or drive to other
locations on and off campus
Security Sensitivity All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.
Min Salary $12.00 per hour
Max Salary $15.00 per hour
Pay Statement
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P01391S2016
Open Date 09/08/2025
Position Available As Needed
Special Instructions to Applicants All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, resume, and transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources may be required within 30 days of hire. Please note: You are applying for an applicant pool position. Application status may be obtained from the hiring supervisor.
EEO Statement In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.
Supplemental Questions
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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Transcripts
Letter of Recommendation 1
Letter of Recommendation 2
Letter of Recommendation 3
