Security Guard - 19hr (2 Positions) Job at Inside Higher Ed in Merced

Overview

Salary: $1,748.00 - $2,046.00 Monthly

Job Type: 19 hours/week

Job Number: 20250910

Closing: 10/1/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Location: Merced College, CA

Department: Range 1312 months/year

Interview dates to be determined

4% shift differential

About Merced College

Merced College is dedicated to transforming education and workforce development, with a focus on student success and community engagement. Founded in 1962, the college emphasizes innovation, professional growth, and a supportive work environment.

Location: Merced, CA offers access to diverse amenities and nearby natural attractions.

General Description

Under supervision of Chief Law Enforcement Officer, provides and maintains campus security; patrols and safeguards campus property, buildings and grounds. May be assigned to Merced or Los Banos Campus; rotating shifts required.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions

• Patrols campus buildings and grounds to prevent vandalism and theft
• Installs parking dispenser tickets, collects and records money from dispensers
• Issues citations for parking violations
• Answers security alarm alerts and notifies appropriate personnel or agencies of any occurrence detrimental to welfare of individuals or college property
• Prepares written reports for non-criminal activities
• Must be able to walk and be on feet at least five hours per shift
• Other related duties as assigned

Knowledge Of

• Methods and techniques to improve security

Ability To

• Analyze situations and exercise good judgment with minimal supervision
• Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records and reports
• Confront people on security matters without unnecessary alienation
• Capacity to stand and walk for long periods of time in various types of weather
• Promote and incorporate DEIA and anti-racist principles to foster an inclusive environment

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent education and experience
• Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse backgrounds of community college students

License or Certificate

• Possession of valid California driver\'s license

Physical Demand and Working Environment

Work is primarily outside with some travel to different sites; may require extended hours including evenings and weekends. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Physical Ability

• Sit for prolonged periods
• Lift up to 75 pounds
• Carry up to 75 pounds
• Bend, twist, kneel, stoop; stand and walk for extended periods; ascend/descend stairs; hear and understand speech

Supplemental Information

How To Apply

• Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mccd/transferjobs

Required Documentation

• Letter of interest addressing qualifications (cover letter)
• Resume
• List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)

Only the required documentation listed above will be accepted. Any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile.

Interview Information

Highly qualified applicants may be invited for oral interviews. A limited number of candidates will be invited to onsite interviews.

Conditions of Employment

The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at their own expense prior to start. All new employees must verify identity and right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to Board of Trustees approval. The applicant must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations. Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations during the application process.

Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mccd/jobs/5075773/security-guard-19hr-2-positions

Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com. All rights reserved.