Property Security Officer

About the role

Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight! Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as ‘The City of Medicine,’ NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress. Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement. An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.

Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance with departmental practices and University policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge and proficiency in the proper use of force, security equipment, and law enforcement tools.
• Maintains current knowledge of emergency response protocols, security practices, and safety procedures.
• Applies current emergency and security practices when responding to incidents and campus safety concerns.
• Identifies security and operational resource needs and requests appropriate resources from supervisors to support effective emergency response and campus safety.
• Communicates effectively through oral and written communication and demonstrates the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Provides assistance and conveys accurate information effectively to University officials, students, employees, visitors, and the general public.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess situations, resolve conflicts, and facilitate appropriate solutions among involved parties.
• Uses effective communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution techniques to de-escalate disputes and maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Provides assistance to motorists, directs traffic, and supports the safe and orderly execution of University special events.
• Demonstrates the ability to respond quickly, effectively, and appropriately to emergency situations.
• Responds to a wide variety of calls for service and incidents on a daily basis, exercising sound judgment and appropriate response techniques.
• Provides information, assistance, and customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and members of the general public.
• Assesses situations and takes appropriate action to address safety, security, traffic, and service-related concerns.
• Interprets and analyzes information to assess situations and make timely, sound, and appropriate decisions.
• Exercises independent judgment when responding to safety, security, and operational concerns.
• Proactively identifies, documents, and reports safety hazards and potential security concerns on and around the University campus.
• Takes appropriate action to mitigate identified hazards and communicates concerns to supervisors or other responsible personnel.
• Monitors university buildings, halls, offices, and parking areas to identify and deter criminal activity, policy violations, safety hazards, fires, vandalism, prowlers, and other unusual or potentially hazardous conditions.
• Provides customer service and information to students, employees, visitors, and stranded motorists and responds to incidents involving sick or injured individuals, including providing first aid and transportation when appropriate.
• Supports traffic and criminal enforcement activities, prepares and provides testimony in court and university administrative or student disciplinary proceedings, and assists with maintaining a safe and secure campus environment.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalency and demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
• Some positions may require a valid N.C. driver’s license.
• Must complete and submit an electronic application for employment; resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NG23A form.
• Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty must be attached with the application.
• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
• North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify.

Skills

• Ability to deal courteously but firmly with the general public.
• Ability to act quickly and intelligently in emergency situations.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Take initiative to see projects and assignments through to completion.
• Learn, interpret and analyze information to make necessary decisions.
• Exercise judgment and discretion in problem‑solving.
• Ability to work flexible schedules.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills along with written and oral communication skills.

Benefits

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NC State – Health Benefits
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 11‑12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount and more

Pay

Hiring Range: $33,540 - $36,000

Schedule

Work Hours Varies. Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies.