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Public Safety Officer

Pay: $38,225/yr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Wharton, TX (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/5/2026

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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.

$35,197 / year median in Texas

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Job Description

Public Safety Officer Wharton County Junior College Salary:

$38,225.00

Annually Job Type:

Support Staff Full Time Job Number:

2607 S 056

Location:

Richmond Campus, 5333 FM 1640,

Richmond, TX Department:

Vice Pres of Finance and Administration Closing:

8/18/2026 10:00 AM Central General Description The hours for the Public Safety Officer will be from 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday with possible weekend work opportunities available. This position may have to occasionally travel to other campuses to fill in when needed. Days and times are subject to change at any time to meet the needs of the security department. Under the direction of the Director of Security and Public Safety, the Public Safety Officer is responsible for the safety and security of persons including College employees, students, guest of/and visitors to the campus; the protection of College property, including buildings, grounds, equipment and other assets of the College. The Public Safety Officer will provide assistance in emergency situations or conditions, and take action appropriate to the crisis situation within legal limits of the department's authority. Requirements This position requires a high school diploma or GED and two (2) years of security, law enforcement, or related work experience. The person in this position must be at least 21 years old and have no felony criminal convictions. A Texas Driver License and insurable driving record is required. The person in this position must be skilled in conflict resolution and avoidance, and have exemplary public relations skills. A criminal background check is also required. To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents: Copy of Texas Driver License Resume Cover Letter outlining relevant work experience All documents must be attached to one online application to be considered. Please re-open your application form to verify all documents are properly attached. To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcjc/jobs/5428972/public-safety-officer je-d0f945d1e8004e28b616f6866eca0a8c Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency