Per Diem Campus Safety & Security Officer

Clarkson University•Potsdam, NY

17h•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Safety Officer is responsible for providing campus safety services to the university community, which includes enforcing university regulations, vehicle and traffic laws, local, state and federal laws. Providing emergency response on campus and protecting life and property within the Clarkson community. In addition, the Campus Safety Officer/ Staff engage in outreach and communication efforts to women and/or underrepresented student groups on campus around issues of alcohol consumption, sexual misconduct, sexual harassment and bias-related conduct.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
Must be willing to get certified by the State of New York as a Security Guard (8 Hour Pre- Assignment Course for Security Guards) within 30 days of hire
Certified in CPR, AED and First Aid
New York State driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to the University
Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility and customer service oriented
Ability to successfully conduct security patrols without direct supervision
Skill in providing protection services to individuals on campus
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Must have capacity to work independently
Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel
Communicate effectively, at times under stressful circumstances
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety codes, regulations, and procedures
Ability to complete routine paperwork
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or related field preferred
Police and/or Security Officer Experience preferred
Law enforcement experience is helpful
Police and/ or Security Officer Experience preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct foot, bicycle and vehicular security patrol
Act as the primary Campus Safety & Security telephone contact via the cell phone as needed and instructed.
Maintain communication channels, utilizing scanners, two-way radio, etc.
Provide security service as required to all members of the University community.
Provide security and traffic control for special events assigned
Maintain current training and certifications in all aspects of security and safety relating to the campus community and as required by law
Respond to all building alarms. Report all fires to the local fire department and fire/smoke alarms to the Physical Plant; be familiar with locations of all pull stations and fire extinguishers.
Report all system malfunctions to appropriate on-call personnel
Assist in the maintenance of the Access Control System
Conduct building fire drills as required by law
Report building emergencies to appropriate personnel and submit written reports of response
File Defect Sheets on any hazardous defects or system malfunctions
Confront any person violating, or suspected of violating University regulations
Request appropriate law enforcement intervention/support as necessary
Report all incidents or offenses to University authorities and advise external law enforcement agencies as required
Complete official reports on all incidents and offenses in a timely manner
Assist in the promotion of crime prevention and security and safety awareness for the University community
Serve as a liaison with HRs/RAs in promoting residence hall safety and security
Administer CPR, AED and First Aid as required
Provide medical transport assistance upon request
Assist in campus parking management, enforce parking regulations, issue tickets to illegally parked vehicles on campus and enter written tickets into motor vehicle system
Report road conditions in inclement weather for snow removal
Assist in keeping parking lots clear of parked vehicles for snow removal
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Office of Campus Safety & Security