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- Must possess a high school diploma/GED
- Current and valid Texas Driver’s license
- Undergo a criminal background investigation and provided employment reference
- Be a U.S. citizen by birth or naturalization
- Work flexible hours, rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Ability to stand or walk for several hours each day and work in all weather conditions
- Ability to fill out report forms and activity logs
- One or more years of previous security guard experience
- Knowledge of proper procedures for university emergencies
- Ability to use handheld two-way radio
- Ability to disarm alarm systems
- Ability to communicate with the public courteously even in a controversial situation.
- Basic computer skills (familiarity with MS Word /Excel or equivalent) to complete written reports or activity logs
- Basic math skills
- Monitor and assist with the security and protection of university buildings and properties
- Provide friendly and quality information to students, employees, and visitors
- Unlock and lock facilities as directed
- Conduct patrols of designated areas, on foot, in a vehicle, or on a golf cart
- Routine building checks. Respond to residence hall access breaches
- Respond to fire alarms/trouble alarms and other emergencies
- Vehicle assistance/jump-starts
- Complete written reports
- Assist University Police patrol units
- Other related functions as assigned
- Work special events
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.
Texas State University is a member of the Texas State University System. Texas State University is an EOE.
Texas State is committed to increasing the number of women and minorities in administrative and professional positions.
- Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
- Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
- Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
- Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
- An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
- Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
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