Security Communications Officer

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Dispatches personnel to the scene of alarms, crimes in progress or events at local and distant Yale University properties. Carries out duties such as:
Monitoring alarms, CCTV, answering telephones, handling radio dispatch, granting & denying access to university locations and notifying appropriate personnel of emergency and non-emergency situations. Logs activity on various software platforms. Field assignments securing/opening or responding to events at University galleries, libraries, storage and support facilities and conducting interior/exterior security inspections of same.

• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to effectively utilize assorted technology platforms.
• Ability to multi-task and monitor various displays at all times.

High school level education or equivalent and four years of experience in security, law enforcement, military police, or customer service; or an Associate’s degree and two years of experience.

The State of Connecticut License for Security Officer. Valid driver’s license.

Job Posting Date 03/06/2026

Job Category Security

Bargaining Unit SEC

Compensation Grade Labor Grade S4

Hourly Range $28.48

Time Type Full time

Duration Type Staff

Work Model On-site

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