Morehouse College National Alumni Association
Security Officer
Morehouse College National Alumni Association, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
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Morehouse College National Alumni Association . Responsible for providing appropriate non-emergency and non-enforcement assistance to police officers in protecting and securing Morehouse College's property and its students, staff, faculty, and visitors. Responsibilities
Observation and Situational Awareness Keen eye for suspicious behavior, hazards, or violations. Ability to assess surroundings and anticipate risks. Effective Communication Clear verbal communication with students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Strong written communication for incident and daily activity reports. Conflict Resolution and De-escalation Ability to calm tense situations without escalating them. Use of tact, empathy, and authority to resolve disputes. Critical Thinking and Decision-Making Sound judgment in high-pressure or emergency situations. Ability to prioritize safety while following college policy and the law. Customer Service and Interpersonal Skills Friendly, respectful, and helpful demeanor. Understanding that officers often serve as the face of the institution during interactions. Teamwork and Collaboration Ability to work well with fellow officers, emergency responders, and campus staff. Willingness to support team goals and share information. Physical Readiness Capability to patrol campus by foot or vehicle. Ability to respond quickly in emergencies, including running or lifting. Technology Proficiency Use of radios, body cameras, security systems (CCTV), and electronic access control. Familiarity with basic computer tasks: emails, report writing, and log systems. Integrity and Professionalism Strong ethical judgment and discretion. Dependable, punctual, and respectful in all interactions. Emergency Response Trained and ready to respond to fires, medical emergencies, threats, or lockdown situations. Basic first aid/CPR/AED skills are often required or preferred. Qualifications
Required Qualifications High school education or equivalent Minimum experience of three years in security police work Minimum of 21 years old and possess a valid drivers license Special Skills Required Previous experience in the security field and strong work ethics Good oral and written communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the diverse campus community IT Literate and basic proficiency in operation of standard office equipment Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Campus Policies and Procedures: Understanding of Morehouse College rules, student code of conduct, and emergency response protocols. State and Federal Laws: Familiarity With Georgia State Laws, Especially Related To Trespassing, Search And Seizure, Arrest Procedures, And Use Of Force. Security And Surveillance Systems: Knowledge of operating CCTV, alarm systems, and access control technologies. Clery Act Compliance: Basic Understanding Of The Jeanne Clery Disclosure Of Campus Security Policy And Campus Crime Statistics Act, As Well As Incident Reporting Standards. Crisis And Emergency Management: Awareness of incident command systems and how to respond to medical emergencies, natural disasters, and active threat situations. Required Skills Observation and Reporting: Ability to accurately observe incidents and write clear, concise reports. Conflict De-escalation: Skilled in managing disputes or tense interactions without using force. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with students, staff, and law enforcement. Computer and Software Use: Competence in using systems like Monday.com, report-writing software, access control tools, and incident databases. Customer Service: A professional, approachable demeanor; many encounters involve helping students, guests, and staff. Required Abilities Decision-Making Under Pressure: Ability to make sound judgments during emergencies or rapidly changing situations. Physical Fitness and Endurance: Capability To Stand Or Walk For Extended Periods, Respond To Emergencies Quickly, And Possibly Restrain Individuals If Needed. Attention To Detail: Ability to notice suspicious activity or noncompliance and take appropriate action. Teamwork and Independence: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other officers, administrators, and external partners. Professionalism and Integrity: Upholding ethical standards, confidentiality, and being a reliable representative of Campus Safety. Professionalism and Integrity Emergency Response: Trained and ready to respond to fires, medical emergencies, threats, or lockdown situations. Basic first aid/CPR/AED skills are often required or preferred. Physical Demands
Physical ability to stand and walk over a prolonged period Positions in this class typically require frequent standing, walking, sitting, grasping, lifting and carrying, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, use of foot controls, driving, talking, hearing, and seeing Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects Medical examination required upon offer of employment Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Observation and Situational Awareness Keen eye for suspicious behavior, hazards, or violations. Ability to assess surroundings and anticipate risks. Effective Communication Clear verbal communication with students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Strong written communication for incident and daily activity reports. Conflict Resolution and De-escalation Ability to calm tense situations without escalating them. Use of tact, empathy, and authority to resolve disputes. Critical Thinking and Decision-Making Sound judgment in high-pressure or emergency situations. Ability to prioritize safety while following college policy and the law. Customer Service and Interpersonal Skills Friendly, respectful, and helpful demeanor. Understanding that officers often serve as the face of the institution during interactions. Teamwork and Collaboration Ability to work well with fellow officers, emergency responders, and campus staff. Willingness to support team goals and share information. Physical Readiness Capability to patrol campus by foot or vehicle. Ability to respond quickly in emergencies, including running or lifting. Technology Proficiency Use of radios, body cameras, security systems (CCTV), and electronic access control. Familiarity with basic computer tasks: emails, report writing, and log systems. Integrity and Professionalism Strong ethical judgment and discretion. Dependable, punctual, and respectful in all interactions. Emergency Response Trained and ready to respond to fires, medical emergencies, threats, or lockdown situations. Basic first aid/CPR/AED skills are often required or preferred. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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Join to apply for the
Security Officer
role at
Morehouse College National Alumni Association . Responsible for providing appropriate non-emergency and non-enforcement assistance to police officers in protecting and securing Morehouse College's property and its students, staff, faculty, and visitors. Responsibilities
Observation and Situational Awareness Keen eye for suspicious behavior, hazards, or violations. Ability to assess surroundings and anticipate risks. Effective Communication Clear verbal communication with students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Strong written communication for incident and daily activity reports. Conflict Resolution and De-escalation Ability to calm tense situations without escalating them. Use of tact, empathy, and authority to resolve disputes. Critical Thinking and Decision-Making Sound judgment in high-pressure or emergency situations. Ability to prioritize safety while following college policy and the law. Customer Service and Interpersonal Skills Friendly, respectful, and helpful demeanor. Understanding that officers often serve as the face of the institution during interactions. Teamwork and Collaboration Ability to work well with fellow officers, emergency responders, and campus staff. Willingness to support team goals and share information. Physical Readiness Capability to patrol campus by foot or vehicle. Ability to respond quickly in emergencies, including running or lifting. Technology Proficiency Use of radios, body cameras, security systems (CCTV), and electronic access control. Familiarity with basic computer tasks: emails, report writing, and log systems. Integrity and Professionalism Strong ethical judgment and discretion. Dependable, punctual, and respectful in all interactions. Emergency Response Trained and ready to respond to fires, medical emergencies, threats, or lockdown situations. Basic first aid/CPR/AED skills are often required or preferred. Qualifications
Required Qualifications High school education or equivalent Minimum experience of three years in security police work Minimum of 21 years old and possess a valid drivers license Special Skills Required Previous experience in the security field and strong work ethics Good oral and written communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the diverse campus community IT Literate and basic proficiency in operation of standard office equipment Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Campus Policies and Procedures: Understanding of Morehouse College rules, student code of conduct, and emergency response protocols. State and Federal Laws: Familiarity With Georgia State Laws, Especially Related To Trespassing, Search And Seizure, Arrest Procedures, And Use Of Force. Security And Surveillance Systems: Knowledge of operating CCTV, alarm systems, and access control technologies. Clery Act Compliance: Basic Understanding Of The Jeanne Clery Disclosure Of Campus Security Policy And Campus Crime Statistics Act, As Well As Incident Reporting Standards. Crisis And Emergency Management: Awareness of incident command systems and how to respond to medical emergencies, natural disasters, and active threat situations. Required Skills Observation and Reporting: Ability to accurately observe incidents and write clear, concise reports. Conflict De-escalation: Skilled in managing disputes or tense interactions without using force. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with students, staff, and law enforcement. Computer and Software Use: Competence in using systems like Monday.com, report-writing software, access control tools, and incident databases. Customer Service: A professional, approachable demeanor; many encounters involve helping students, guests, and staff. Required Abilities Decision-Making Under Pressure: Ability to make sound judgments during emergencies or rapidly changing situations. Physical Fitness and Endurance: Capability To Stand Or Walk For Extended Periods, Respond To Emergencies Quickly, And Possibly Restrain Individuals If Needed. Attention To Detail: Ability to notice suspicious activity or noncompliance and take appropriate action. Teamwork and Independence: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other officers, administrators, and external partners. Professionalism and Integrity: Upholding ethical standards, confidentiality, and being a reliable representative of Campus Safety. Professionalism and Integrity Emergency Response: Trained and ready to respond to fires, medical emergencies, threats, or lockdown situations. Basic first aid/CPR/AED skills are often required or preferred. Physical Demands
Physical ability to stand and walk over a prolonged period Positions in this class typically require frequent standing, walking, sitting, grasping, lifting and carrying, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, use of foot controls, driving, talking, hearing, and seeing Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects Medical examination required upon offer of employment Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Observation and Situational Awareness Keen eye for suspicious behavior, hazards, or violations. Ability to assess surroundings and anticipate risks. Effective Communication Clear verbal communication with students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Strong written communication for incident and daily activity reports. Conflict Resolution and De-escalation Ability to calm tense situations without escalating them. Use of tact, empathy, and authority to resolve disputes. Critical Thinking and Decision-Making Sound judgment in high-pressure or emergency situations. Ability to prioritize safety while following college policy and the law. Customer Service and Interpersonal Skills Friendly, respectful, and helpful demeanor. Understanding that officers often serve as the face of the institution during interactions. Teamwork and Collaboration Ability to work well with fellow officers, emergency responders, and campus staff. Willingness to support team goals and share information. Physical Readiness Capability to patrol campus by foot or vehicle. Ability to respond quickly in emergencies, including running or lifting. Technology Proficiency Use of radios, body cameras, security systems (CCTV), and electronic access control. Familiarity with basic computer tasks: emails, report writing, and log systems. Integrity and Professionalism Strong ethical judgment and discretion. Dependable, punctual, and respectful in all interactions. Emergency Response Trained and ready to respond to fires, medical emergencies, threats, or lockdown situations. Basic first aid/CPR/AED skills are often required or preferred. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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