Public Safety Officer Part Time

Ohio Wesleyan University•Delaware, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ohio Wesleyan University is seeking a Part-Time Public Safety Officer to join their Department of Public Safety. This is a 20-hour per week position with a varying schedule, often involving evening or night hours and weekends. The role involves taking action when unsafe behaviors are observed, responding to emergency situations, handling calls across campus, deterring crime, and building relationships to make the community feel safe, supported, and treated equitably. The pay rate is $20/hr.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire
High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 1 to 2 years of experience in customer service, social work, psychology, security, public safety, or working with young adults/student populations
Exceptional communication skills, empathy, conflict resolution, and active listening skills with a strong customer-service focus.
Ability to work well in a team environment
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, sit and operate a vehicle, climb stairs during building checks, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Must have an Ohio driver license
Must pass a Background Check screening
Part-time (typically 10 to 29 hours per week; flexible, variable shifts including evenings, weekends, and nights)
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Use wit and emotional intelligence to de-escalate situations
Value diverse cultures and learning from others
Make people feel heard and understood through active listening and non-verbal body language
Evaluate and pick methods of communication appropriate to situations - ranging from a voice of empathy to measured authority
Act on a passion for serving others
Ability to write clearly and concisely

Responsibilities

Enforce campus parking regulations, issue citations, and manage special event traffic routing.
Conduct regular vehicle and foot patrols of academic buildings, residence halls, athletic facilities, and exterior grounds.
Check and secure doors, windows, and facility entry points at designated intervals.
Monitor campus property for safety hazards, maintenance issues, and suspicious activities or unauthorized persons.
Build positive, trusting relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
Serve as a friendly, approachable campus resource and first point of contact for student needs or directions.
Assist students with lockouts for residence halls and campus buildings upon verification of proper identification.
Enforce and abide by all university policies, rules, and regulations with a de-escalation and education-first mindset.
Respond promptly to campus calls, alarms, and routine requests for assistance.
Contact and act as a professional liaison with local emergency services (police, fire, 911) when necessary.
Document all daily activities, shift logs, and security occurrences accurately.
Write clear, objective incident, citation, and damage reports using computerized reporting software.