Public Safety Officer
About The Position
The Public Safety Officer I is responsible for the safety of University students, staff and faculty members, visitors, and the campus and property of the University. Officers engage in proactive patrol, respond to calls for service, provide security at designated posts, provide shuttle service and medical escort transportation, enforce University policies including parking policies, and document incidents occurring on campus and/or involving members of the La Salle Community. The Office of Public Safety is a 24 hour/day, 365 day/year operation. Public Safety Officers are considered essential personnel and are assigned to an eight hour shift.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- A minimum of three (3) years of work experience, at least one (1) of which must be in a customer service or public-facing industry. Certain work experience gained in collegiate student worker and/or internship settings, if applicable, may count toward this requirement.
- Ability to become certified in CPR / AED /First Responder within 12 months of the start date.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills including reliability, communication, the ability to actively listen, work on a team, receive feedback, and have professional and courteous interactions with a variety of constituents.
- Must be proficient in writing and speaking in the English language and have a demonstrated ability to successfully communicate clearly and effectively by phone, in writing, on a radio and face to face.
- Demonstrated computer skills including ability to use Microsoft Word and Outlook, and the capacity to learn other computer applications.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle and be insured by the University.
- Must successfully pass a background screening including criminal history, driving history, reference checks, and a pre-employment physical and drug-screen.
- Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of La Salle University.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree or higher.
- Current PA Act 235 or 120 certification.
- Current CPR / AED /First Responder certification.
- Previous experience working in security on a college campus.
- Knowledge of the Clery Act.
Responsibilities
- Engage in proactive patrol
- Respond to calls for service
- Provide security at designated posts
- Provide shuttle service and medical escort transportation
- Enforce University policies including parking policies
- Document incidents occurring on campus and/or involving members of the La Salle Community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
