Public Safety Officer

Earlham College•Richmond, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Safety Officer works in partnership with the Earlham College campus community to support a safe living, working, and learning environment. The role provides quality service with integrity and professionalism while promoting individual responsibility and cooperative commitment. Officers patrol campus, assist students, employees, and visitors, protect College buildings and assets, respond to emergencies and other requests, and support campus safety operations. Duties also include monitoring alarms, handling calls, documenting incidents, maintaining communications and shift logs, and providing front-desk services. The position may require on-call coverage to meet minimum staffing needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to comprehend and maintain working knowledge of College and departmental rules and regulations.
Ability to think and act quickly and professionally in sensitive situations.
Ability to work cooperatively with Public Safety staff, College employees, and local law enforcement officials.
Ability to work and communicate well with college-aged adults in a multicultural environment.
Ability to perform physical tasks such as walking or standing for long periods, climbing stairs, and lifting 50 pounds.
Computer proficiency.
Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work well in a team setting with minimal supervision.
Neat and organized work style, excellent phone etiquette, and ability to handle confidential information.
Valid driver's license and a minimum of two years of driving history.
Ability to serve as a positive example and resource to Earlham students.

Nice To Haves

Experience in human services, first responder/emergency response, or a related field is preferred.
Applicants with previous First Responder experience will be strongly considered.

Responsibilities

Patrol and observe all areas of campus.
Help maintain a safe environment for students, employees, and visitors.
Secure and protect College buildings, equipment, and other assets.
Provide prompt, qualified assistance in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Perform parking enforcement.
Investigate incidents and prepare detailed, accurate incident reports.
Monitor and respond to campus alarm systems, including fire and security alarms.
Answer emergency and non-emergency Public Safety phones and initiate necessary responses.
Answer incoming campus switchboard calls and forward them to the appropriate office or provide information as needed.
Maintain communications with patrol officers and, as needed, local law enforcement, the fire department, and emergency medical personnel.
Maintain necessary shift logs.
Use the department's computer records management system for reports and data entry.
Provide front-desk assistance, including issuing parking permits, ID cards, and keys.
Perform additional duties as needed to support Earlham College.
Work on an on-call basis to cover mandatory minimum staffing needs as they arise.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Company-paid long-term disability after one year of full-time service.
Basic and voluntary life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Campus Store discount.
Free ticket vouchers for Richmond Symphony Orchestra.
Wellness Center free membership or discount for eligible employees.
Free entry to home athletic games.
Free entry into most Theatre/Music shows.
Tuition benefits for immediate family for eligible employees.
403(b) retirement plan; eligible employees receive a non-elective contribution equal to 5% of gross pay after two years of service, increasing to 8% after three years. Vesting credit may be available for new employees with prior education-sector service and required documentation.
Discounts at many Wayne County Chamber of Commerce member businesses for people with an Earlham ID.