Security Officer (Non-commissioned)- PART-TIME Staff Pool

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the countrys largest singly-accredited open-admission community colleges offering associate degrees certificates workforce training and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. Youll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive administrative financial or something else youll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies second only to New York Citys 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town and dont forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nations top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area museums are a large part of Houstons cultural scene.
• Houston is theCulture & Culinary Capital of Texaswith more than 7500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60 cuisines.

If this sounds like the role for you and youre ready to join an amazing team please apply right away.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race color religion sex gender identity and expression national origin age disability sexual orientation or veterans status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Osvaldo Gomez Director EEO/Compliance Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX 77266

713 718.8271 or

HCC values its employees and their contributions promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development and provides a positive working and learning environmentthat encourages involvement innovation and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities who require special accommodations to interview should contact .

We are currently seeking a Security Officer to join our team who will advance the institutions proud tradition of excellence in academics student life and community service.

SUMMARY

Responsible for enforcing the college rules parking and traffic regulations and providing other security and safety related services as requested by the college administration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Patrol buildings and checks entrances and exits to ensure they are locked or unlocked as needed.
2. Patrol the parking lots and issues college parking citations to illegally parked vehicles.
3. Assist HCCS Police Officers as needed.
4. Complete incident reports of a non-criminal nature.
5. Report all hazardous and dangerous conditions that may affect the safety and well-being of students employees and visitors.
6. Provide escorts for members of the campus community.
7. Provide assistance to members of the campus community including jump-starting vehicles unlocking vehicles and changing flat tires.
8. Provide information and assistance to visitors at college facilities.
9. Guard against theft of college property.
10. Ensure that hallway noise does not disrupt teaching.
11. Remove problematic students from class.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education experience knowledge skills and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED equivalent required

College preferred

EXPERIENCE

2 years military security officer experience or experience in criminal justice careers such as police officers court clerks bailiffs corrections officers criminalists etc. preferred

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Possess a valid Texas Drivers License (Photocopy of drivers license must accompany the application).
2. Able to communicate effectively with a diverse population.
3. Able to remain calm during stressful situations of confrontations.
4. Knowledge of basic vehicle emergency proceduresjump-starting changing flats unlocking vehicles.
5. Strong observation skills required.
6. Good problem-solving skills required.

This is a security sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a background check physical and driving record check (fewer than 3 moving violations in the previous 36 months and no DUIs).

Successful applicants will be subjected to controlled substance testing.

Per HCC Policy C: 4.7 Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace a drug and/or alcohol test is required if a conditional job offer is made.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.