Part Time Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Guard

Ivy Tech Community College•Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

This position reports directly to the Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (PSEP) Campus Lead and helps provides day-to-day security coverage for the campus. This position helps create a safe and inclusive environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards. We are looking for a candidate who is committed to an environment where team members feel valued, respected and supported. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to a workplace culture that recognizes and appreciates varied perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We are seeking someone who is passionate about creating and maintaining a team dynamic that encourages open communication and mutual respect.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, required.
Must be adept at resolving individual and group conflicts and must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to partner well with colleagues both in and outside of the organization.
Ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Selected candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history checks. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, and staff on campus by utilizing vehicle, and foot patrol functions.
Respond to and investigate incidents that have been reported, including but not limited to, thefts, vehicle accidents on campus, property issues, medical emergencies, fires, safety hazards and fire and security alarms received.
Demonstrate strong customer service and/or student advocacy through a positive attitude, approachability, adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, and desire to identify and support student success.
Assist and or lead response to all campus emergencies.
Complete written incident reports and necessary forms as they relate to public safety duties.
Upholds and maintains the Campus PSEP staff standards.
Ability to utilize CCTV, access control system, and incident reporting system.
Assist in maintaining life safety equipment for the campus.
Provide safety escorts for students, faculty, staff, and guests as needed.
Lock and unlock doors as necessary.
Complete opening/closing building procedures.
Serve as a Campus Security Authority per the Jeanne Clery Act.