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Biosecurity Facility Officer

Kansas State University

Manhattan, KSJob$18.04–27.96/hrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$18.04–27.96/hr
Location
Manhattan, KS
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Security clearance

Job overview

The Biosecurity Facility Officer provides security for a bio-research facility by controlling personnel access and maintaining the security of research areas. The role also provides security for meetings, events, and other gatherings in assigned university buildings, and reports to the appropriate administrator. The position is on-site at Kansas State University.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Crime PreventionFire PreventionMicrosoft OfficePhysical Access Control SystemsFire Apparatus Operation and MaintenanceProperty Laws and RegulationsEmergency ResponseTwo-Way Radio OperationOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationComposure Under StressGiving and Following InstructionsLifting 50 Lbs

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent1 Year Relevant ExperienceFavorable Background InvestigationFavorable CDC/APHIS ClearanceCPR and First Aid Certification

Full job description

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13709402 Biosecurity Facility Officer Kansas State University About This Role This position provides security for a bio-research facility to control access of personnel and maintain security of research areas. Provides security for meetings, events and other gatherings that take place in assigned university buildings. This position reports to the appropriate administrator. About Us BRI's mission is to lead through research and education to protect agriculture and the public from biological threats. This mission supports the vision of attaining international recognition and respect for BRI as a leader in research and education on high-consequence pathogens. The BRI is a unique facility that provides research, education, and training space to support animal disease scientists, food safety researchers, plant pathologists, entomologists, and those studying the basic molecular biology of high-consequence animal, human, and plant pathogens. The BRI has a broader research and training focus that most other containment laboratories. Research at the BRI ensures a safe food supply and helps prevent major economic losses to the agriculture and food industries. The BRI enables researchers to evaluate all aspects of the food chain, from the raw material to the finished product. This multi-disciplinary approach complements the land-grant mission of K-State. Worksite Description This position is On-site. What You'll Need to Succeed Minimum Qualifications: - High school diploma (or equivalent) - One year of relevant experience in security or law enforcement. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience. Preferred Qualifications: - Some college. - Knowledge of the following: - Methods and procedures for crime and fire prevention. - Microsoft Office Products - Automated physical access control systems - Operation and maintenance of various fire apparatus & equipment - Laws, rules and regulations which pertain to city and state property - Respond to natural and unnatural events that may impact the facility operations Additional Role Information: - Ability to operate a two-way radio, communicate effectively in oral and written form, ability to remain calm under stressful situations and the ability to give and follow instructions orally and in writing in a highly technical environment. Must be able to undergo and maintain a favorable background investigation. Must be able to undergo and maintain a favorable CDC/APHIS clearance as required. Ability to be CPR and First Aid certified. - Walking, standing, sitting; climbing stairs & ladders; lifting up to 50lbs. 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 - Three Professional References Application Window Applications close on: November 20, 2026 Anticipated Hiring Pay Range Hourly $ 18.04 - 27.96 To apply, please visit: https://careers.k-state.edu/jobs/biosecurity-facility-officer-manhattan-kansas-united-states Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency je-128e566973fd4fcb831cb4097533d889

How this job compares

Set against the 1,655 open Security Officer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$18.04–27.96/hr
  • US median$20–21/hr1,194 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $23/hr, is 11% above the US median midpoint ($21/hr) — in the middle half of Security Officer hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 13 open Security Officer jobs in Kansas and 1,655 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Security Officer postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (539 postings).
Education
27 of the 1,655 open Security Officer jobs (2%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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