Security Guard I

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or GED and no felony convictions. Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation and take a pre-employment drug screen. A valid Georgia driver's license is required.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

Knowledge of standard security practices and procedures.

Ability to patrol assigned areas; perform foot patrols.

Required to walk for long periods of time as well as up and down stairs.

May require sitting or standing at a stationary assignment for long periods of time.

Flexible schedule; The Police Department is 24 hours / 7 days a week operation.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Effective time management and organizational skills.

Security Guard

Georgia State University

Finance & Administration

Police Department

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team.

The Georgia State University Police Department is seeking Security Guards to join the already awesome team in keeping the Police Department at the level of excellence that it has strived to become and sustain.

At the Georgia State University Police Department, we approach our work with passion to be excellent, to focus on safety to our campuses and university community by providing safety services through professional community-oriented policing.

The Georgia State University Police Department provides law enforcement, security and safety services to the university community and the immediate surrounding areas, ensuring a safe environment for our students, faculty, staff and neighbors.

Georgia State boasts one of the largest university police forces in the state with 160 officers across all six Atlanta metro campuses.

The department is accredited and certified by the following organizations; Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), The International Association of Campus Law Enforcement (IACLEA) and the State of Georgia Law Enforcement Certification Program.

WHAT MAKES THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AT GSU A GREAT PLACE?

Flexible work environment.

Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

Professional development opportunity and mentorship.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

This position requires great flexibility since it operates on a 24/7 basis.

Performs security duties for the protection of GSU property, personal property and personal protection.

Duties are performed under general supervision by Police Department Supervisors and requires work during morning, day and evening hours; weekends and holidays.

Multiple campuses have openings currently.

Georgia State University Values

· COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university.

· INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, equity, and civility.

· TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place.

· INTEGRITY\: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources.

· EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research and service.

· STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents.

USG Core Values Statement

· The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https

· Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

Background Check

Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

A complete and accurate GSU application

Resume

An offer of employment will be conditional on background verification results, drug screen, finger prints, etc.

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