Security Guard

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol's primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible. The NCSHP has more than 1,600 troopers who cover nearly 80,000 miles of North Carolina roadways, more than any other state except Texas. In addition to enforcing the state's traffic laws, state troopers also guide traffic during hurricane evacuations, re-route traffic around hazardous chemical spills, and they stand ready should any act of terrorism occur. State Troopers are committed to protecting North Carolina's motoring public.

• Monitor and control access to State Government buildings by screening visitors, issuing credentials, and enforcing security procedures.
• Conduct regular foot and patrols of buildings and surrounding grounds to deter, detect, and report suspicious activity or safety hazards.
• Respond promptly to alarms, emergencies, and incidents; take appropriate action to stabilize situations and notify supervisors or law enforcement as needed.
• Provide customer service by assisting employees, officials, and visitors with directions, information, and general inquiries while maintaining a professional presence.
• Prepare accurate reports, daily activity logs, and other required documentation.
• Operate security equipment such as surveillance cameras, radios, and access control systems.
• Enforce state rules, policies, and applicable laws to maintain order and protect state property.

• Use security equipment (e.g. radios, switchboards/phones, flashlights, fire extinguishers, surveillance cameras, alarm panels, card access, or other electronic security systems).
• Patrol, monitor, and guard assigned area.
• Respond quickly and properly in emergency situations.
• Interact with co-workers, supervisors, and general public to provide assistance and relay information.
• Follow oral and written instructions.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school diploma

General Educational Development (GED) diploma

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

May require the ability to complete emergency medical technician (EMT) training and meet re-certification standards as required

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.