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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleSTEPS Security WorkerRequisition NumberTE09124Department Name81400:Fleet ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$15.00 - $18.00/hourType of PositionTemporaryPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationHigh School or GED Required Related ExperienceRequired License/Registration/CertificationValid Driver's License Physical RequirementsWalking for extended periods of time; Lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.; sitting/ walking/standing for long periods of time; handling intermittent periods of high levels of stress. ShiftThis position requires an average commitment of five days per week (37.5 hours per week). Work hours will generally fall within one of the following shifts:

• Evening/Overnight: 4:00 PM 12:00 AM
• Overnight/Early Morning: 12:00 AM 8:00 AM

Shifts may be assigned on any day of the week, including weekends. Occasional daytime assignments may be required to meet operational needs.

The position requires availability to work some holidays and during university breaks, including winter, spring, and summer sessions. Employees in this role must also be flexible and available to report to work on short notice during weather-related or emergency university closures. Job SummaryJoin our team today as a STEPS Security Worker!

Responsibilities include:

• Patrolling and monitoring buildings and greenhouses
• Responding to alarms, incidents, or suspicious activity
• Documenting observations through a digital log
• Coordinating with campus police, facilities staff, and college personnel
• Performing lock-up/lock-down procedures and equipment checks.

The role demands strong observational skills, the ability to work independently, remain alert during overnight hours, and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions, with frequent walking, standing, and climbing during the shift, plus the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesSecurity work, able to work various hours, especially weekends and/or weekday evenings. Some holidays and during university breaks. Flexibility to report during weather related or emergency university closures Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceAt least 1 year of related experience.Deadline to Apply12/17/2025Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please indicate your paid employment experience working in security or law enforcement.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
2. * Briefly describe your security experience.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

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