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

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers 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 country’s 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. You’ll 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, you’ll 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 City’s 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 don’t 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 nation’s top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene. 
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60 cuisines.  

If this sounds like the role for you and you’re 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 veteran’s status.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Sandra Jacobson, Interim Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (EO/TIX)
3100 Main, Suite 702
Houston, Texas 77002
713.718.8271 or institutional.equity@hccs.edu

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

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.

We are currently seeking a Security Officer to join our team who will advance the institution’s 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 Driver’s License (Photocopy of driver’s 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 procedures—jump-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.