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Security Guard (Pooled position)

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number 20112745
Position Title Security Guard (Pooled position)
FTE 1.00
Position Type Staff
Department Police Department
Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:

To provide service and information to students, employees and visitors; to enforce the rules and regulations of the Lamar University pertaining to the operation and parking of vehicles on University property; to help safeguard property of Lamar University.
Responsible for enforcing the regulations pertaining to the parking of vehicles on university-controlled property; directing traffic during sporting events; patrolling University controlled property for the purpose of safeguarding buildings and property under the control and jurisdiction of the Lamar University Police Department.

What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities

  • Provides service to students, employees, and visitors.
  • Checks permit on vehicles entering and parked on campus or System Complex
  • Directs flow of traffic and parking of cars when needed;
  • Issues parking permits when needed; and issues University parking violation citations.
  • Patrols buildings and grounds to check for fires, water leaks, potential security and safety hazards and general building security, reporting all irregularities, emergencies, or suspicious activity.
  • Ensures all personnel entering the campus are properly identified.
  • Issues visitor badges and maintains a log of all issued badges.
  • Provides directions to locate buildings and offices and other general information to visitors.
  • Patrols buildings and grounds on foot or in vehicle to provide security and prevent crime.
  • Writes reports on incidents occurring on a campus.
  • Performs other related duties as required.


Who We Are:

Lamar University is a diverse and accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits:

A comprehensive benefits package is offered that includes:

  • Health, dental & vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • State of Texas Retirement plans
  • Tuition reimbursement for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent
  • Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma, GED, vocational school or equivalent –currently enrolled and expected conferring within a three-month period.
EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference Statement

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas SB 805, Section 657.003.
Preferred Qualifications
Past experience as a security officer or guard.
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Salary $22,880
Work Hours
Application Information

Posting Date 08/08/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in accordance with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, applicants must complete and email to jobs4vets@lamar.edu a Standard Form 15 located at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE.
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Interest
  2. Miscellaneous