Part- Time Security Officer in Worcester, Massachusetts at Assumption University

STATUS: Part-Time, Non-Sworn
SCHEDULE: Primarily Friday and Saturday evenings/nights, with additional event-support shifts as needed

BASIC PURPOSE:

The Part-Time Security Officer supports the safety and security of the Assumption University campus by providing a visible security presence and assisting with access control, perimeter security, traffic management, and University events.

The position is primarily assigned to campus entrances and access-control locations during high-traffic evening and weekend periods. The Security Officer monitors vehicle and pedestrian access, assists with traffic flow, and supports campus operations in coordination with sworn Assumption University Police Officers.

This is a non-sworn position and does not exercise police powers or independently perform law-enforcement functions. Situations requiring enforcement, investigation, or police intervention are referred to sworn University Police personnel.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Staff designated campus entrances, gatehouses, and other access-control locations.
2. Monitor vehicle and pedestrian traffic and assist with verifying authorized campus access when required.
3. Provide a visible security presence during evening, weekend, and other high-traffic periods.
4. Assist with parking, traffic control, pedestrian flow, entrance monitoring, and other University event-support functions.
5. Observe and promptly report suspicious activity, safety concerns, emergencies, or other situations requiring police response.
6. Maintain effective radio communication with University Police Dispatch and sworn personnel.
7. Provide courteous directions, information, and assistance to students, employees, visitors, vendors, and guests.
8. Complete activity logs, incident documentation, or other reports as required.
9. Perform other related security, access-control, parking, traffic, and event-support duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior security, public safety, customer service, event, parking, military, or related experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-traffic or challenging situations.
• Ability to follow established procedures and direction from supervisors and sworn police personnel.
• Ability to recognize situations requiring police intervention and promptly request assistance.
• Ability to use a portable radio and basic security/access-control equipment.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record if University vehicle operation is required.
• Ability and willingness to work primarily Friday and Saturday evening/night shifts and occasional additional events.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The position requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, walk throughout campus, assist with traffic and pedestrian control, and occasionally move lightweight traffic-control equipment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

ABOUT ASSUMPTION UNIVERSITY:

Assumption University is a comprehensive Catholic liberal arts university in Worcester, Massachusetts, sponsored by the Augustinians of the Assumption. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, Assumption is committed to academic excellence and the pursuit of truth in the company of friends. An Assumption education awakens in students a sense of wonder, discovery, and purpose, forming graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good.

Offering more than 90 undergraduate and graduate programs, Assumption combines the breadth of a liberal arts education with preparation for successful careers and lives of purpose. Our close-knit, mission-centered community values intellectual curiosity and the exchange of diverse perspectives. We welcome faculty and staff of all backgrounds and faith traditions who share our commitment to educating students and advancing the University's mission.

Assumption University recognizes the essential contribution of a diverse community of students, staff, and faculty and condemns all forms of harassment, discrimination, and disrespect. As such, and in compliance with the requirements of federal law and/or the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Assumption University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy, as well as other legally protected status, in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs and activities, except where such conditions may constitute bona fide qualifications for the programs or activities in question.