Senior Security Guard Job at University Housing - The University of Georgia in A

Overview

Senior Security Guard – Housing-Security. Posting details for University Housing, University of Georgia. Location: Athens Area. Work schedule: Thursday through Monday, 9pm-6am. Posting Date: 08/22/2025. Open until filled. The position is full/part-time as indicated in the posting.

Responsibilities

• This role is the primary overnight on-site supervisor responsible for all residence hall security staff between 9 PM and 6 AM.
• Assist in the protection of persons and property in and around on-campus residence halls operated by University Housing.
• Monitor safety hazards, conduct patrols, interact professionally with students and staff, maintain accurate paperwork, and provide coverage during holidays, breaks, and special events as needed.
• Oversee the overnight residence hall security staff; plan and prepare work and task schedules; maintain mutually supportive relationships with UGA police, Housing staff, and other University personnel.
• Interpret and enforce University and Housing policies, procedures, and regulations; maintain knowledge of residence hall safety and security systems and features.
• Perform foot patrols, check buildings and grounds, and respond to incidents as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Evaluation of education/experience in lieu of minimum qualifications may be available through Human Resources.
• Preferred: Demonstrated knowledge of the security industry; experience with security systems (e.g., Genetec); prior supervision experience; prior work experience in education or similar setting.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties.
• Ability to remain calm and confident in stressful situations while balancing customer service needs.
• 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 use a computer for moderate periods.
• Visual acuity to identify security or safety issues during night hours.
• Respond to crisis situations in various buildings; may require long periods on-site.
• Safely operate a UGA state vehicle as necessary.
• Occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
• Occasionally perform outdoor duties in hot or cold weather conditions.

Additional Information

• 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

Background & Compliance: Background investigation, including a criminal background check and applicable credit check for positions with financial responsibilities, is required. A pre-employment drug test may be required for high-risk responsibilities. See the UGA Background Check website and UGA Credit Background Check information for details.

Duties/Responsibilities

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

Contact information for questions: Carrie Chitwood, cachitwo@uga.edu, 706-542-8279.

Job Function and Industry

• Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
• Industry: Higher Education

This description reflects the roles and responsibilities as of the posting date and is intended for internal use.