Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 11477
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Org Marketing Statement
The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 34,300 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property - for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more about UTSA online, on USTA Today or on TwitterInstagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.
Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 04/05/2024. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary: $31,200 annualized.
Hours: up to 40 hours per week, non-exempt.
Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required.
• Cover letter is preferred.

Essential Functions
Function: To enforce on an assigned shift, the rules and regulations of the University of Texas System Administration pertaining to the safeguarding of students, employees, visitors, property, and buildings of the University of Texas at San Antonio.
Scope: Responsible for providing security in the protection, safety and welfare of students, employees, visitors and property within the control and jurisdiction of a component institution of The University of Texas System; operates within the limits prescribed by the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Regents, institutional rules and regulations and departmental policies and procedures. Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).
Duties
Typical:

• Enforces the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the University of Texas System and the University
• Provides customer service to the public through actions such as security escorts and motorist assistance; provides information and direction to students, employees, and visitors; directs traffic.
• Responds to various reports, alarms and/or observed behaviors; approaches and identifies individuals; assesses the situation and determines appropriate action.
• Unlocks and secures buildings, classrooms and both public and non-public areas, reports issues regarding the function and maintenance of security features.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Periodic:

• Attends meetings and training.
• Assists police officers with law enforcement.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must have the physical and mental capabilities to properly carry out his or her responsibilities and duties as a guard of The University of Texas System Police.
• Demonstrated ability to make frequent minor decisions and occasional decisions of some significance.
• Continued employment contingent upon completion of a required formal field training program and achievement of sufficient proficiency.
• Valid Texas State Driver's License.
• Criminal Background Check (CBC) and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
• Must be proficient with the operation of all equipment utilized by the University Police Department necessary to perform assigned tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Customer service and communications experience.

Additional Information

• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
• Valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Working Conditions

• Work involves a high degree of hazard normally associated with law enforcement.
• May be required to work either day or night on any one of three shifts with varying days off.
• Exposure to outside weather conditions.

This position will be primarily located on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.