Part Time Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Guard

Ivy Tech Community College • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

The Part Time Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Guard reports directly to the Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (PSEP) Campus Lead and provides day-to-day security coverage for the campus. The role helps create a safe and inclusive environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests. The hourly rate is $16.22, and the position is limited to up to 26 hours per week.

The guard supports campus safety through patrols, incident response and investigation, emergency response, safety escorts, building access procedures, and completion of incident documentation. The position also uses campus security and reporting systems, helps maintain life safety equipment, and serves as a Campus Security Authority under the Jeanne Clery Act. Duties must comply with FERPA, applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards. Other logically associated duties may be assigned.

The college seeks a candidate who supports an inclusive workplace and values open communication, mutual respect, and diverse perspectives. Selected candidates are subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history checks; employment offers are contingent on the outcome.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Adeptness at resolving individual and group conflicts.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to partner well with colleagues inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to promote an inclusive environment where people with varied backgrounds feel respected and valued.
• Valid driver's license.
• Selected candidates must undergo pre-employment background checks, including criminal history checks; an employment offer is contingent on the outcome.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure campus environment through vehicle and foot patrols.
• Respond to and investigate reported incidents, including thefts, campus vehicle accidents, property issues, medical emergencies, fires, safety hazards, and fire and security alarms.
• Demonstrate customer service and student advocacy through a positive attitude, approachability, adaptability, problem-solving, and support for student success.
• Assist with or lead responses to campus emergencies.
• Complete written incident reports and other forms related to public safety duties.
• Uphold and maintain Campus PSEP staff standards.
• Use CCTV, the access control system, and the incident reporting system.
• Assist in maintaining campus life safety equipment.
• Provide safety escorts for students, faculty, staff, and guests as needed.
• Lock and unlock doors and complete building opening and closing procedures.
• Serve as a Campus Security Authority under the Jeanne Clery Act.
• Perform other duties logically associated with the position as assigned.
• Conduct all responsibilities in accordance with FERPA, applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Benefits

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program with no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources.
• Payroll-deduction options for pre-tax or post-tax retirement savings contributions.
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED