Public Safety Officer I

Regent University•Virginia Beach, VA

2d•$36,000 - $40,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Safety Officer will serve and provide for the public safety and protection of all Regent and CBN affiliates operating on campus. Primary responsibilities include operation of the Front Desk of the Corporate Support Building as an Armed Guard, with ancillary duties as assigned. Will be responsible to safeguard the lives and property of Regent University, CBN, and affiliates (otherwise known as the Regent/CBN Campus). Model professionalism, accountable to the best national practices of Public Safety, integrity and transparency in protecting campus constituents with a spirit of fairness, and justice. Responsible for enforcing the rules and regulations of Regent University and CBN.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Work experience in security, law enforcement, or military (Preferred)
Ability to be qualified in the use of firearms and maintain the department minimum standards; pass departmental physical fitness test, and drug screening and random urinalysis as required
Certified or capable of obtaining CPR and First Aid certification
Ability to effectively make critical decisions in emergency situations, potentially lead in exigent circumstances
Ability to act independently with minimal supervision
Basic computer skills and ability to multi-task
Ability to interact in a positive, professional manner with the public and all levels of management
Strong oral and written communication skills
Must be able to operate a variety of equipment, including department issued radio and other telecommunications systems
Must have a valid driver’s license and a good DMV record
Must be able to meet and maintain department physical, uniform, and grooming standards
Must meet department’s physical requirements to include appropriate vision and hearing, mental and physical standards to ensure participation in all training and job duties
Must possess the manual dexterity and strength necessary to safely operate a firearm
Ability to move quickly to include; running, bending, and lifting up to 150 lbs. and walking and standing for long periods of time
Ability to complete and maintain DCJS qualified Armed Security Officer certification (training sponsored by RUPD)
Be physically, emotionally, and mentally fit for duty, passing exams required annually or as directed
Commitment to Regent’s core values of Excellence, Innovation, and Integrity

Nice To Haves

An associate degree or a bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide primary lobby security and physical access for the Corporate Support Building.
Input, manage, and maintain the Genetec software including all profiles and information.
Issue visitors badges as required and ensure badges are returned once the visitation is complete.
Record visitation of all outside guests in the Genetec software including but not limited to time of arrival and time of departure, etc.
Verify and process all vendor access ensuring addition to Genetec database.
Provide initial computerized authorization/credentials to contractors operating at the Chairman’s residence and Regent/CBN Campus.
Manage and maintain a daily list of employees who come in with no Access Control badge and report that list to Tech Div. on a daily basis. Record the person`s name, EID, supervisor and date.
Issue the Vehicle Decal information for all CBN employees and staff as directed by Tech Div. Manager.
Observe and report suspicious or unusual activity to detect and prevent intrusion.
Perform routine campus interior/exterior building checks to ensure safety and security as assigned.
Respond to emergencies, protecting people and property.
Interact with staff and guests, providing assistance as needed.
Provide crowd and traffic control as required, and issue Regent citations or warnings as necessary.
Provide courier service for corporate officers for Regent and CBN as needed.
All other duties assigned by Chain of Command and or proper authority.
As essential personnel will be available for emergency recall.
Assumes other duties as assigned by supervisor.