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Biosecurity Facility Officer
Kansas State University
About This Role
This position provides security for a bio-research facility to control
access of personnel and maintain security of research areas. Provides
security for meetings, events and other gatherings that take place in
assigned university buildings. This position reports to the appropriate
administrator.
About Us
BRI\'s mission is to lead through research and education to protect
agriculture and the public from biological threats. This mission
supports the vision of attaining international recognition and respect
for BRI as a leader in research and education on high-consequence
pathogens.
The BRI is a unique facility that provides research, education, and
training space to support animal disease scientists, food safety
researchers, plant pathologists, entomologists, and those studying the
basic molecular biology of high-consequence animal, human, and plant
pathogens. The BRI has a broader research and training focus that most
other containment laboratories.
Research at the BRI ensures a safe food supply and helps prevent major
economic losses to the agriculture and food industries.
The BRI enables researchers to evaluate all aspects of the food chain,
from the raw material to the finished product. This multi-disciplinary
approach complements the land-grant mission of K-State.
Worksite Description
This position is On-site.
**What You\'ll Need to Succeed
Minimum Qualifications:**
High school diploma (or equivalent)
One year of relevant experience in security or law enforcement.
Requirements may be met through a combination of education and
experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Some college.
Knowledge of the following:
Methods and procedures for crime and fire prevention.
Microsoft Office Products
Automated physical access control systems
Operation and maintenance of various fire apparatus & equipment
Laws, rules and regulations which pertain to city and state
property
Respond to natural and unnatural events that may impact the
facility operations
Additional Role Information:
Ability to operate a two-way radio, communicate effectively in oral
and written form, ability to remain calm under stressful situations
and the ability to give and follow instructions orally and in
writing in a highly technical environment. Must be able to undergo
and maintain a favorable background investigation. Must be able to
undergo and maintain a favorable CDC/APHIS clearance as required.
Ability to be CPR and First Aid certified.
Walking, standing, sitting; climbing stairs & ladders; lifting up to
50lbs.
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing
basis without sponsorship
How to Apply
Please submit the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
Three Professional References
Application Window
Applications close on: November 20, 2026
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range
Hourly \$ 18.04 - 27.96
To apply, please visit:
https://careers.k-state.edu/jobs/biosecurity-facility-officer-manhattan-kansas-united-states
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