United World College-USA is seeking one (1) full-time Security Guard to work Mondays through Fridays. Must be willing to work one of the following shifts: days, swing, graveyard.

The role of Security Guard, is to guards property against damage, fire, theft, trespassing, and illegal entry. Consistently patrol premises by foot; examine doors, windows, and gates to ensure that they are properly secured. Verify the identity of employees and other persons entering the grounds. Develop incident reports of damage, theft, or unusual occurrences. Investigate disturbances and, in the event of an emergency, maintain order and safety of occupants, act as first responder, and contact local authorities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for life and property.
• Regular foot and vehicle patrol of campus grounds.
• Patrol Campus housing, other properties, and farm for problems or suspicious persons.
• Check temperature on boilers and freezers/report maintenance problems.
• Turn off lights in buildings that are empty or unattended at night or otherwise.
• Pickup and sign-in packages/Provide delivery/courier services.
• Sort and deliver mail to the mailroom.
• Conduct safety inspection of facilities, i.e., fire extinguishers, life/safety equipment, etc.
• Identify, assist, and attend to tourists and guests.
• Transport students to hospital in emergency situations or to bus stations as requested.
• Patrol Hot Springs and enforce Rules and Regulations in conjunction with local law enforcement.
• Administer first aid.
• Provide support on the phone when necessary.
• Respond to fire alarms, security alarms, and accidents - contact appropriate emergency personnel.
• Assist Fleet Commander with pick up/drop off and organization of fleet keys for vehicles.
• Attending training sessions/workshops as needed
• Assist Accounting in driving to town and making bank deposits.
• Maintain daily logs and incident reports.
• Monitor and operate electronic doors, gates, security systems, etc.
• Ability to work alternate shift, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to work mandated overtime.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects of at least 50 pounds or standing /or walking and climbing stairs for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, plus one (1) year of providing maintenance services.
• Valid Driver's License, and must be insurable by the school's insurance carrier.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Flexible and eager to work.
• Consistently positive attitude.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Ability to work with hands and to work in mechanically oriented situations following supervisor instructions.
• General knowledge of various types of equipment used in building trades.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision, given proper instructions.
• Ability to do heavy lifting.
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and construction equipment.
• Ability to read and write and to follow detailed written instructions.

Compensation is commensurate with experience, and UWC-USA offers a competitive benefits package.

UWC-USA is an international boarding school. It enrolls up to 240 students in grades 11 and 12. All students follow the IB Diploma Program. Roughly twenty percent of the students come from the U.S.; the remainder represent more than 90 different countries. Students are admitted on the basis of merit, potential, and promise.

To reach our ambitious goal of carbon neutrality by 2030, UWC continues to build strategic sustainability capacity in its entire operations across campus. Please identify and include your experience, interest, and knowledge in sustainability operations, applicable but not limited to the position, as well as in facilities, waste management/minimization, sustainable events, logistics, supply chain management, materials and resources, sustainable and locally sourced food/beverage, and carbon emission reduction, management, accounting.

UWC-USA does not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or admission and employment practices based on race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry, or any other legally protected class.