Campus Safety Officer FT PM Shift
About The Position
Ursinus College is seeking full-time Campus Safety Officers (CSOs) to work an assigned schedule which may include nights, weekends, and holidays. In addition, the successful candidate will be required to work special events, attend mandatory in-service training, and staff meetings, as well as be available for overtime when necessary. Ursinus College CSOs are non-sworn, unarmed employees tasked with patrolling the 170-acre campus to discourage criminal behavior and interact with all members of the college community to promote a sense of well-being and security and enhance the quality of life on the Ursinus College campus. Ursinus College CSOs are expected to be ambassadors for the college and provide exceptional customer service to all members of the college community. Successful candidates will not only show an aptitude for handling emergencies but also demonstrate interpersonal skills, professionalism, and a team-oriented mindset to serve the college community and create a safe environment for learning and growth. Determination of shift will be based on department needs and is subject to change with reasonable notice.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED and good work history required
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and at least one year driving experience
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle at night and in poor weather conditions
- Proven computer literacy (Microsoft Office Word, Excel)
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills are required
- Must be capable of passing a background investigation including criminal records check
- Understanding of higher education setting and ability to work with persons of diverse cultures and backgrounds
Responsibilities
- Safeguard life and property, and interdiction of criminal activity through high visibility, vehicular, bike, and foot patrol on the campus
- Respond to non-emergency and emergency situations, including alarms, lockouts, medical and mental health crises, and crimes in progress and summon municipal Police, Fire, and EMS assistance when required
- Conduct initial investigations, collect witness statements, photograph scenes, and prepare and submit concise and comprehensive incident reports
- Regulate campus vehicular and pedestrian traffic to enhance safety and expedite flow. Enforce college parking regulations
- Identify, report, and resolve conditions and circumstances that are hazardous to people and property. Inspect buildings and properties for proper maintenance and working order
- Secure and unlock campus buildings in accordance with schedules and procedures
- Administer First Aid and CPR when necessary
- Provide escorts and shuttle transportation to members of the campus community as assigned
- Monitor surveillance camera system and perform dispatcher duties as part of normal duties
- Maintain confidentiality of information
- This position is a Campus Security Authority as designated under the Jeanne Clery Act of 1990
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
