Campus Safety Officer - University Police Department

West Virginia University•West Virginia, WV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The University Police Department at West Virginia University is seeking a Community Safety Officer to advance the university’s values of Service, Curiosity, Respect, Accountability, and Appreciation. This is a non-sworn civilian role supporting a safe atmosphere for students, visitors, faculty, and staff through routine patrols and service as a first point of contact for public assistance. The department is described as a 24/7, community-based, progressive agency. The position includes proactive campus patrols, security checks, responding to routine and emergency calls, supporting Campus Police Officers, and participating in crime prevention and community policing. Officers build positive relationships with the campus community and provide assistance such as answering questions and giving directions. Duties also include patrols and crowd or traffic management at special events, identifying fire and other safety hazards, taking action when hazardous conditions are detected, and providing or arranging first aid and transportation for injured or ill people. Other job-related duties may be assigned. The role has a 37.5-hour work week and may involve day, afternoon, or night shifts. WVU describes its benefits as including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance and other benefits, retirement savings with an employee contribution match, and wellness programs.

Requirements

Associate degree, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
At least one year of experience dealing with the public.
Ability to read and write in English and perform basic mathematical calculations for technical reports and professional police operations.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with people at all organizational levels and members of the public.
Ability to rapidly learn university and Department of Public Safety policies and procedures.
Must acquire and maintain CPR certification.
Knowledge of and ability to perform defensive tactics to protect self and others.
Ability to react quickly in emergency situations.
Ability to learn police practices and philosophies.
Physical capability to perform the duties of the position.
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Responsibilities

Proactively patrol an assigned campus area to observe people and property and help reduce and prevent criminal activity.
Check buildings for security deficiencies, correcting or reporting issues that could make the university vulnerable to crime.
Respond to routine and emergency calls and take appropriate action to support Campus Police Officers.
Develop positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and visitors; advise the public on security and crime prevention; and participate in community policing and crime prevention activities.
Assist the public by answering inquiries, providing directions, and performing similar general service activities.
Patrol campus during special events, direct traffic after events, and assist with crowd control, including assisting Campus Police Officers with large numbers of intoxicated people.
Watch for fires, fire hazards, safety hazards, and other dangerous or damaging situations, and take appropriate action when hazardous conditions such as water leaks or chemical spills are detected.
Administer first aid to injured or sick people and provide or arrange necessary transportation.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.