Security Officer
Posting Number S01558JP
Department Safety and Security
Job Summary
$1,000 sign on bonus available for new employees!
The Security Officer provides support through the Campus Communications Center and patrols the College campus on foot, bicycle, or in a security vehicle. The officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, alumni, visitors, and property. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Conducting daily patrols and walkthroughs of campus buildings and grounds, including locking and unlocking buildings and inspecting fire and access control alarm systems
Monitoring the condition of campus buildings and taking steps to prevent damage or theft, as well as identifying and reporting hazards such as broken lights or unsafe conditions during patrols
Investigating incidents, crimes, and complaints involving the College or its community members, and ensuring compliance with established regulations and policies
Operating the Campus Security Communications Center by monitoring alarms, responding to complaints and requests, and coordinating response efforts by communicating with patrol officers via radio or other means
Maintaining detailed and accurate records as it pertains to incidents, activities, and communications
While this is a fairly entry-level position, Bowdoin will provide 5 weeks of training to new security employees, further training at 6 months, and offer other opportunities for training through out the year such as deescalation trainings.
Typical work schedule is 3rd shift; 11pm-7am with Wednesday and Thursday off.
Compensation:
The hourly rate for this position is $21.00 per hour. Exact compensation will be determined based on years of applicable experience.
This position is eligible for overtime, a 10% shift differential, and a weekend differential.
3rd Shift Differential (15%): Applies to hours worked from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
$21.00 × 15% = $3.15 additional per hour
Weekend Differential: Additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked on Saturday and Sunday.
New employees of the college are eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus paid out at 90 days!
Benefits and Perks:
A variety of health insurance plans
Generous Retirement Plan - 10.12% of annual compensation contribution (Eligible after 1 year of service and age 26), no match or vesting required!
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off: 10 days of vacation (1st year), 15 days (2nd year), 12 days of personal/sick time ( PTO accruals based on hours worked).
Paid Holidays and Special Days Off
Paid Parental Leave (Available after one year of service)
Access to many of the College's facilities including the gym and pool (Including household members)
Free fitness and wellness classes!
And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html
Education/Skills Requirements
High school diploma or GED equivalent required; Associate's degree in criminal justice or related field preferred
Current CPR and First Aid Certification (or willing to obtain upon employment)
A valid driver's license and the ability to meet the requirements of the College's Motor Vehicle Use Policy required
Attendance at a Campus Security Officer Academy
Working knowledge of various @types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems
Ability to work three regularly scheduled, 120 hours (18 months full-time equivalent) as a Bowdoin College Security Officer I (of which 1,040 hours as a Museum Security Officer may be applied toward this requirement)
Demonstrated proficiency in Patrol and Communications Center operations (a minimum of 96 hrs annually in each discipline is expected to maintain an acceptable level of proficiency)
Ability to maintain at least one approved area of special expertise (e.g., Field Training Officer, crime prevention, MOAB , defensive tactics, drug recognition, CPR /First Aid Instructor)
Ability to design, implement and maintain a self-initiated community service project of substantial value to the Bowdoin community that enhances campus safety and security
Ability to successfully complete the Maine Campus Security Online Training Center courses
Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents
This is an entry-level position and no prior work experience is required
At least 1 year of relevant experience in safety and security field preferred
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.
Standard Work Days and Hours
This is an onsite, full-time position working 40 hours/52 weeks (1.0 FTE )
Typical work schedule is 3rd shift; 11pm-7am with Wednesday and Thursday off. Additional hours may be required for shift coverage, and the Officer may be subject to call in or may be required to stay beyond regular assigned hours due to operational needs.
The Officer may be required to work weekend hours, black out days, and during weather emergencies, as well as during significant College events (e.g., Commencement, Reunion, sporting events, concerts)
Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).
We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.
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About Bowdoin
Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff-with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.
We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College's multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.
Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin's reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.
Bowdoin's campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.
Shift Third Shift
Employment Category Full Time Year Round
FTE 1.00
Benefits Eligible Yes
Pay Type Hourly
Background Check Package Requirements Support Staff + MVR
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes
Is a pre-placement physical required for this position? Yes
Posting Date 07/10/2026
Applications Accepted Until
Open Until Filled No
Type of Posting Internal/External
Special Instructions to Applicants
If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.
EEO Information
Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.
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