Senior Security Guard Job at Inside Higher Ed in Athens

Overview

Posting Number: S14044P

Working Title: Senior Security Guard

Department: Housing-Security

Posting Type: External

Employment Type: Full Time

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Location: Athens Area

Salary: $50,000

Posting Date: 08/22/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 09/22/2025

Additional Schedule Information: Thursday through Monday 9pm-6am. Some work outside of those hours will be required to meet departmental needs.

Special Instructions To Applicants: We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Position Summary

This role is the primary overnight on-site supervisor responsible for all residence hall security staff between 9 PM and 6 AM. This position assists in the proper protection of persons and property in and around the on-campus residence halls operated by University Housing. Key responsibilities include monitoring for safety hazards, conducting patrols, interacting professionally with students and staff, maintaining accurate paperwork, and providing coverage during holidays, breaks, and special events as needed.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Leadership: Oversee the overnight residence hall security staff; planning and preparation of work and task schedules; assist with maintaining relationships with UGA police and Housing staff; interpret and enforce policies; maintain knowledge of safety and security systems; conduct patrols.
• Training and Retention: Assist in recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of all full and part-time security staff; participate in recruitment for other positions; complete required annual training.
• Administrative: Prepare paperwork and reports (timecards, nightly logs, incident reports); help develop and update the security staff manual; maintain security equipment; perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties; remain calm in stressful situations; strong customer service orientation.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Physical Demands

• Walk 5 miles or more during a shift; sit at a desk and computer for moderate periods; visual acuity to identify issues at night; respond to crises; operate a UGA state vehicle; may lift up to 30 pounds; occasional outdoor work in varying weather.

Position Specific Questions

• Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
• Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
• Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
• Does this position require a P-Card? No
• Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
• Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under 18 or direct patient care? Yes
• Does This Position Have Security Access? Yes

Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of the security industry.
• Experience with security systems, such as Genetec.
• Previous supervision experience.
• Prior work experience in education or a similar setting.

Classification and Policies

• Classification Title: Security Guard
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• FTE: 1.00
• Credit and P-Card Policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. Details at the UGA Credit Background Check website.
• Background Investigation Policy: Offers contingent upon background check and related verifications; pre-employment drug test may apply for high-risk positions.

Note: The following lines from the original description were removed as boilerplate or non-essential for the role listing: referrals prompt, sign-in prompts, other job postings, and non-essential notices.