Marist University·Poughkeepsie, New York
The Security Officer is primarily responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the campus community and university property through active patrolling, monitoring premises, and responding to incidents. This role also involves providing essential public assistance, handling emergency response coordination, and performing telecommunicator duties.
$25.35 per hour
Marist University seeks applications for the position of Security Officer. The Security Officer is responsible for providing excellent customer service and focuses on safety and security to all members of the Marist community. This position supports the institutional ideals of excellence in education, a sense of community, and a commitment to service. The Security Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the campus community, remains alert and always engaged, demonstrates an understanding and embraces engagement with a diverse population, and is capable of handling crisis situations by responding in accordance with department standard operating procedures.
Patrol assigned area on foot or in an assigned motor vehicle to ensure campus community member safety and security as well as to protect and preserve university property
Examine doors, windows, and gates to ensure security; use University keys to open and close buildings
Monitor closed buildings for unauthorized people and/or suspicious activities
Inform and warn violators of rule infractions, such as trespassing, use of illegal drugs, or possession of a weapon on campus
Provide escort services for visitors, students, staff, and faculty, as necessary; provides other public assistance, such as directions, lockout services, jump-starts, and other routine assistance
Watch for and reports irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards, and emergency situations
Contact emergency responders, such as police, fire, and/or ambulance personnel, as required
Remain alert for the presence of unauthorized persons and/or security code violators; approach suspicious persons and/or notify police as appropriate; may confront and/or detain violators, as required, until police arrive
Perform periodic checks of fire / life safety equipment, as well as campus lighting, to ensure proper functioning; report malfunctions as required
Provide safe and efficient transportation for campus community members and guests upon request using patrol vehicles
Patrol and monitor assigned parking areas to provide public security and enforce infractions utilizing automated ticket system.
Respond to general illness / injury calls, conduct scene size-up, perform patient assessment, and provide basic first aid until advanced medical personnel arrive on scene
Write accurate and detailed post-incident case reports, using the department’s online report writing system, for management review and approval
Perform public safety telecommunicator duties including call taking, officer dispatching, resource management, interagency coordination, and call logging / report assignments
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Provide strong student focused costumer service
Identify fire safety issues and report observations
Required Application Documents: Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References
*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the College
The safety and well-being of our students, faculty, staff and guest are always our priority in the Office of Safety and Security. Our team of full-time staff integrates itself into the overall educational mission of the University by fostering cooperation, professionalism, respect, and teamwork among the University community.
The Marist University security staff are trained to respond appropriately to all calls for assistance; Our areas of responsibility encompass a comprehensive approach to campus security, crime prevention, fire safety, workplace safety, event planning and providing for an overall atmosphere of safety and community.
Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction.
With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community.
Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions.
Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S.
News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others.
To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about [https://www.marist.edu/about]
Classification: Security (Full-Time)
Months per Year: 12
3 p.m. to 11 p.m. shift on Tuesday thru Saturday
Hours per Week: 40
Number of Position Openings: 1
Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community.
Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.
Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of directly related experience, along with a valid New York State Security Guard license and a valid New York State Driver’s License without serious convictions. The position requires physical capability, including lifting 50 lbs or more, and availability for flexible hours and on-call status.
Market context
Security Officer roles in New York often draw steady demand in facilities, healthcare, and education settings, especially for candidates who already hold the required state license and driving credentials. This type of role is competitive because employers typically screen for reliable attendance, physical readiness, and prior directly related experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and recent experience before applying.