Campus Security Professional Full Time Overnight

KRE Security • Kutztown, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Security Professional provides security and public safety support on a university campus in Reading, Pennsylvania, partnering with the University's Public Safety Department to help maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and the campus community. Officers are expected to maintain a professional presence, follow post orders and university procedures, respond appropriately to incidents, and collaborate with University Public Safety personnel.

This is a campus-based overnight assignment scheduled Monday through Friday from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with an hourly compensation rate of $18.35. Officers must be willing to work on either campus as operational needs require. Assignments, posts, and schedules may change due to staffing requirements, university activities, special events, emergencies, or other operational considerations. Officers must report to the assigned campus or post and complete the required training schedule determined upon placement.

Selected candidates must be willing and able to complete applicable screening, clearances, and training for the university assignment. These may include Pennsylvania State Police requirements, ChildLine clearance, FBI fingerprinting required for school employees, additional university or client-required background checks or clearances, and required security and site-specific training. Prior security, military, law enforcement, public safety, customer service, or related experience is preferred but may not be required, depending on the assignment.

Requirements

• A valid driver's license is required for positions involving vehicle patrols or transportation duties.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain alert, exercise sound judgment, and respond appropriately to changing situations.
• Ability to write clear, accurate, and timely reports.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a public safety team.
• Ability to successfully complete all required background screening and employment requirements.
• Willingness to complete applicable screening, clearances, and required training, which may include Pennsylvania State Police requirements, ChildLine clearance, FBI fingerprinting, and university or client-required checks.
• Commitment to successfully complete the required training schedule determined upon placement.
• Willingness to work the required schedule, work on either campus as needed, and accommodate assignment, post, or schedule changes based on operational needs.

Nice To Haves

• Prior security, military, law enforcement, public safety, customer service, or related experience is preferred, but may not be required depending on the assignment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine interior and exterior patrols of campus buildings, grounds, parking areas, and other assigned locations.
• Perform vehicle patrols and transports as directed.
• Maintain a visible security presence and monitor assigned areas for safety and security concerns.
• Respond to calls for service, alarms, suspicious activity, safety concerns, and other incidents within the scope of the assignment.
• Monitor access points, doors, buildings, and restricted areas.
• Assist with emergency situations and contact University Public Safety, emergency services, or other appropriate personnel when necessary.
• Provide directions and general assistance to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and members of the campus community.
• Complete accurate incident reports, activity logs, and required documentation.
• Enforce applicable site policies and procedures while maintaining a professional and respectful approach.
• Support special events, campus activities, escorts, and other public safety functions as assigned.
• Communicate effectively with University Public Safety, supervisors, coworkers, and campus personnel.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding incidents, investigations, students, employees, and other sensitive information.
• Perform other security and public safety support duties as assigned.
• Work on either campus as operational needs require and report to the assigned campus or post as directed.
• Complete the required screening, clearances, and training associated with the university assignment.

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance available after 60 days of employment for employees working 30 or more hours per week, at minimal employee cost
• Dental and vision coverage at no cost when enrolled in the company health plan
• 401(k) eligibility after one year of employment
• Paid time off
• Training and development
• Opportunity for advancement
• Optional accidental life insurance
• Optional short-term disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed