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Kansas State University

Safety And Security Officer

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What they do

A Security Officer provides security for property at hospitals, hotels, warehouses or office buildings. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.

$37,344 / year median in Kansas

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

About This Role Employee position exists to prevent property loss and/or damage, injury and/or incapacitation. About Us Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans. paid time off- vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu//hcs/benefits Worksite Description This position is On-site . All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho. What You'll Need to
Succeed Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent
Valid Drivers License Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to read and understand written laws, rules, regulations and directives. Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations which pertain to the University. Capable of detecting and reporting conditions which might cause loss or damage to property. Be able to work under stressful situations and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, faculty/staff, students, clients and guests. Ability to make written reports in a clear and concise manner. Must be of good moral character.
Additional Role Information:
Valid drivers license once employed. CPR and First Aid certification necessary after employment. (within probation) Must undergo a background investigation to include a fingerprint search of local, state, and national files to determine whether a criminal record exists. Must not have been convicted by any state or federal government of a felonious crime or its equivalent.
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship How to Apply Please submit the following documents: Resume Cover Letter 3 References Application Window Applications close on: October 1, 2026 Anticipated Hiring Pay Range $14.54/hr to $18.17/hr