Safety Officer

Safety Officer

Salary

$0.00 Annually

Location

Lorman, MS

Job Type

Full-Time Staff

Job Number

FY202600245

Department

Residence Life

Opening Date

10/30/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Job Title

Safety Officer

Essential Job Functions

Performs security checks of residential facilities and identifies potential safety hazards

Enforces Housing policies

Supports Residential Life staff during the assigned shift when requested or special needs arise

Patrols surrounding parking areas to help ensure the safety of students, staff and guests going to and from their vehicles

Secures residents' doors and provides lock-out assistance

Conducts preliminary investigations in collaboration with the Alcorn State Campus Police

Requests proper identification on everyone entering Residence Hall facilities

Makes reports to Residential Life management staff on security violations

Reports all suspicious activity to the Residential Life management staff

Provides written reports when required

Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or its equivalent is required. Some college credits preferred
• One (1) year related experience preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to campus and residence hall safety
• Knowledge of security operations, procedures, and best practices
• Good communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal
• Good organizational and critical thinking skills
• Ability to analyze situations and make sound decisions under pressure
• Ability to follow complex instructions
• Ability to understand and be sensitive to the diverse backgrounds of students

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

Employer Alcorn State University

Address 1000 ASU Drive, #390

Lorman, Mississippi, 39096

Phone 6018776188

Website https://www.alcorn.edu/