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Security Specialist III #26111

State of South Carolina

Charleston County, SCFull-time$34–44K/yrPosted 1w agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$34–44K/yr
Location
Charleston County, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

The Security Specialist III provides traffic direction, vehicle assistance, and parking citation enforcement while controlling pedestrian and vehicular access on campus. The role includes crowd control at events, securing areas, responding to non‑arrest emergencies, rendering aid, monitoring alarms, patrolling on foot, investigating incidents, and maintaining accurate reports under all weather conditions.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Traffic DirectionVehicle AssistanceCrowd ControlEmergency ResponseReport WritingCustomer ServiceAlarm MonitoringFoot PatrolInvestigationAdaptability

Qualifications

High School DiplomaExperience in Fire Prevention, Safety or Security ActivitiesExperience in a College Environment

Full job description

This position will perform traffic direction; provide vehicle assists; write parking citations; control access and movement of pedestrian and vehicular traffic; provide crowd control at events; open/secure areas as required; respond to and render aid in non-arrest emergencies; and keep accurate and complete reports and records regarding activities and complaints pertaining to fire, safety, enforcement of laws, and college regulations. The nature of the job requires 24/7 coverage. Learn more about TTC! This position requires a high school diploma and experience in fire prevention, safety or security activities. Experience in a college environment is preferred. Excellent customer service skills; knowledge of the practices and techniques of safety, security, and fire protection; the ability to act quickly and intelligently in emergency situations, and the ability to adjust to fluctuating situations are essential. Candidates must also have the skills to investigate accidents, disturbances, and violations; deal courteously and firmly with the general public; have the ability to monitor and respond to audible/visual alarms, patrol on foot, respond to emergencies, and assist emergency personnel as needed, as well as work under extreme weather conditions.

As a non-sworn officer, these positions perform safety and security duties designed to protect State and personal property, as well as the rights of individuals against loss or injury due to disorderly acts, accidents, fires, or other hazards. May perform office administrative duties and dispatching are essential. Applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. To fully evaluate qualifications, some positions may require submission of unofficial transcripts with the application. Only complete applications are considered. For assistance, contact TTC Human Resources at 843.574.6201. The position is open until filled.

Faculty positions require the submission of related unofficial transcripts with the application and may include any required certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Staff positions where a degree may be substituted for the related work experience must submit unofficial transcripts related to the position with the application and/or certifications. Upon hire, official transcripts/certifications are required. International transcripts must be evaluated through the World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment.

Unofficial transcripts may be uploaded to the application, mailed to TTC Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed to 843.574.6682 or emailed in PDF format to [email protected] by the deadline date and time.

Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will remove your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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