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Security Officer - Overnight / Lafayette, LA
2026-10-04 Lofton Staffing & Security Lafayette,LA
Description:
This role requires someone who is comfortable having direct conversations, enforcing facility rules, and addressing access or safety concerns professionally.
Previous security experience, military, law enforcement, or other relevant experience is a plus but not required.
What We're Looking For
We need officers who take safety seriously, communicate clearly, follow procedures, and understand the importance of accurate documentation. The right candidates are dependable, observant, approachable, and comfortable taking initiative when situations require attention.
If you meet the requirements and are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Positions are filling quickly!
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Requirements:
Job #: 310823 Title: Security Officer - Overnight / Lafayette, LA Location: Lafayette, LA Salary Range: 13.00 Position: In House Description:
Security Officer - Overnight / Lafayette, LA
We are hiring multiple officers for overnight security at student dormitories. Officers are primarily stationed at the front desk but may be roaming between dorms or different floors at times. Officers will be checking IDs and controlling access as students and guests enter and leave the facility.
Applicants must be comfortable with a changing schedule and available for full-time overnight work.
Pay: $13.00 per hour (weekly pay)
Schedule:
- Overnight shifts, 12:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.
- Full-time: 40 hours a week (5 days a week)
- The schedule will change from week to week based on coverage needs.
- Monitor security cameras and observe activity throughout the facility.
- Check and scan student and staff IDs/badges.
- Maintain strict front-desk access control.
- Professionally address individuals who are not authorized to enter or remain in the facility.
- Confidently and appropriately direct individuals to leave when necessary.
- Maintain a safe environment for students, staff, and authorized visitors.
- Complete detailed incident reports and communicate concerns to supervisors.
This role requires someone who is comfortable having direct conversations, enforcing facility rules, and addressing access or safety concerns professionally.
Previous security experience, military, law enforcement, or other relevant experience is a plus but not required.
What We're Looking For
We need officers who take safety seriously, communicate clearly, follow procedures, and understand the importance of accurate documentation. The right candidates are dependable, observant, approachable, and comfortable taking initiative when situations require attention.
If you meet the requirements and are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Positions are filling quickly!
#insj
Requirements:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and sound judgment.
- Ability to complete accurate, detailed incident documentation.
- Professional, dependable, and safety-minded.
- Comfortable monitoring cameras and controlling facility access.
- Ability to scan and verify student and staff badges.
- Basic computer skills; strong computer skills are a major plus. Comfortable using smartphones or tablets for reporting (no paper documentation).
- Ability to remain calm, professional, and confident when addressing concerns.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Successful completion of required background screening and drug testing.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Professional appearance and dependable attendance.