Campus Safety Officer - 1st Shift Full-time

Franklin Pierce University • Rindge, NH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Safety Officer completes safety and security assignments and responds to emergencies and crisis incidents during assigned shifts as part of a 24-hour-per-day rotation. The position is available on either a 10-month or 12-month basis. Shifts are assigned according to University needs, and weekly schedules may vary. Workweeks may run Monday through Friday or Wednesday through Sunday.

Reporting to the Lead Shift Officer and Director of Campus Safety, the officer helps ensure a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Duties include campus patrols, emergency response, access management, after-hours property checks and services, routine campus and building rounds, first-responder calls, fire and security alarm response, dispatching, transportation services, producing University identification cards, and supporting other departments.

This non-exempt position operates in a professional office and security setting. Typical shifts are 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.–12:00 midnight, or 12:00 midnight–8:00 a.m., as part of a 24/7, 365-day operation. Additional early mornings, evenings, and weekends may occasionally be required to meet student, departmental, and institutional needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in law enforcement or campus safety, or a combination of experiences in a college or university campus environment.
• CPR and First Response, Mental Health First Aid, Crowd Management, OSHA, Defensive Driver, and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response certifications, as well as Campus Safety, Facilities, Grounds, and Residence Life and Community Standard training; certifications and training must be completed within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to lift materials up to 50 pounds occasionally, remain standing for at least 50% of the time, and work in varying weather conditions.
• Dexterity to type and operate a computer and other office equipment; ability to remain seated frequently to continuously while performing required tasks.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Familiarity with campus security systems, radio communications, and emergency response protocols.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, conflict-resolution, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, make sound decisions during emergencies, and respond quickly to emergencies across campus.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, scheduling software, and dispatch communication platforms.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Complete safety and security assignments during assigned shifts.
• Respond to emergency and crisis incidents across campus.
• Conduct campus patrols and routine campus and building rounds.
• Manage access and perform after-hours property checks and appropriate services.
• Respond to first-responder calls and fire and security alarms.
• Dispatch and provide transportation services.
• Produce University identification cards.
• Support other departments in their operations.
• Help maintain a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED