Security Officer

Illinois Central College

Illinois Central College

East Peoria, IL, USA

Posted on Apr 17, 2026

Position Title:

Security Officer

Campus:

East Peoria Campus

Employment Type:

Classified, StaffFull time

Department:

Campus Police

Start Date:

05/26/2026

Job Description:

Summary:

The Campus Security Officer is primarily responsible for protecting persons and property to provide a safe and secure campus environment. This position will be located on the East Peoria campus and will be scheduled for 3rd shift.

Compensation for the Security Officer is $18.79-21.61/hour.

Essential Functions:

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Patrol, inspect, and secure campus buildings and grounds.

  • Investigate and report incidents and unusual conditions relating to the safety of the campus community.

  • Respond immediately to emergency situations and take appropriate action to protect life and property.

  • Perform actions necessary to ensure the safety and security of the campus and persons on the campus, in compliance with Illinois Compiled Statutes 720 ILCS 5/7-1 and 720 ILCS 5/7-3.

  • Inspect and assist in the testing of fire control and alarm systems.

  • Maintain effective working relationships with local police, fire and emergency services.

  • Enforce college behavioral and parking regulations.

  • Direct and control traffic and provide crowd control and security during special events and as required.

  • Investigate and report complaints and traffic crashes.

  • Work shifts as assigned to provide daily 24-hour service.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.

  • Valid driver's license and satisfy requirements for insurability in operating college vehicles.

  • Experience working in a security, law enforcement, military, customer service, education, or related field.

  • Meets minimum requirements for hire as established under the Illinois Public Community College Act, (110 ILCS 805/3-42.1).

  • Successful completion of Illinois Central College Police Department Field Training Program.

  • Maintain composure under stressful and adverse conditions.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • College degree in law enforcement, criminal justice or related field.

  • Advanced security or law enforcement training.

Illinois Central College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, order of protection status, use of VESSA rights, genetic information, military or veteran status (including discharge status), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Illinois Central College offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees, including:

  • paid time off;

  • 11 paid holidays; 2 floating holidays

  • medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance;

  • tuition waivers for employee, spouse and dependent children;

  • on-site childcare center;

  • 403(b) retirement plans; and

  • State University Retirement System pension plan.

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