Guard

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a public research university committed to academic excellence innovation and service. As part of its operational support team the University employs skilled professionals to ensure the campus remains safe secure and welcoming for students faculty staff and visitors.

Were looking for a Guard to join our University of Louisiana at Lafayette team. Guards play an essential role in maintaining the safety and security of University facilities grounds and property by monitoring assigned areas preventing unauthorized access assisting with traffic and parking enforcement and responding to security-related incidents.

No experience or training is required.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Applicants may be required to possess a current Louisiana drivers license.

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.

Job Duties:

As a Guard you will:

• Patrol assigned University buildings grounds and surrounding areas to maintain safety and security.

• Monitor and inspect facilities and property to identify potential security concerns unauthorized activity or disturbances.

• Verify identification and authorization of individuals entering designated University facilities or restricted areas.

• Monitor alarm systems and report suspicious activities or security-related incidents.

• Conduct preliminary investigations of disturbances and assist in restoring order within assigned areas.

• Direct and regulate vehicle and pedestrian traffic during University operations special events and other activities.

• Enforce applicable parking and traffic regulations including issuing citations and parking violations as authorized.

• Assist with the coordination of towing and vehicle impoundment procedures when necessary.

• Set up maintain and remove barricades temporary signs and other traffic-control devices.

• Respond to emergencies and situations affecting traffic flow parking operations or campus security.

• Conduct parking and traffic surveys and maintain accurate records of assigned activities.

• Use computer systems to verify vehicle information parking status and other related records.

• Perform basic maintenance of departmental equipment including vehicles electronic access gates and parking-related equipment.

• Provide information and assistance to students faculty staff visitors and the public regarding University activities parking regulations and campus events.

• Perform other related security traffic-control and operational duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details:

• Appointment Type: Probational

• Work Location: University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette LA 70504

• Compensation:$12.84/hour

How to Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply click the Apply link above and complete the electronic application which may be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking their application status during the recruitment process. Additional status information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Taronsler Faye Cormier

Human Resources Specialist

University of Louisiana at Lafayette Human Resources