Public Safety Officer (Per Diem)

Rider University • Lawrenceville, NJ

18h

About The Position

Rider University is hiring per diem Public Safety Officers within the Office of Public Safety. The officer provides customer and community service, protects life and property, and maintains law and order by enforcing University rules and regulations. The position is designated as essential to continuing critical University operations, meeting the needs of students and others, and protecting University assets during emergencies or when the University has closed or suspended operations. Essential personnel must remain on duty or report as scheduled unless directed or permitted otherwise by their department supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of law enforcement, security, military, or firefighting experience, or a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Must have CPR and First Aid certification or be willing to obtain them within one year.
• Ability to work well with others and under direct and indirect supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain professional and calm under pressure.
• High degree of dedication, honesty, and integrity.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to perform the physical aspects of the job.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours.
• Satisfactory background check required.
• Valid and satisfactory driver's license required.

Nice To Haves

• College degree.
• At least two years of security training, with police training preferred.
• First responder or EMT certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct systematic patrols of University buildings and grounds to protect people and property.
• Respond to assignments and calls for service.
• Conduct traffic control, regulate parking, issue parking permits and violation summonses or warnings, and perform vehicle registration.
• Respond promptly to alarms, determine their cause, advise a supervisor, and document incidents.
• Respond to emergencies, evaluate the situation, request assistance as needed, provide immediate care, advise a supervisor, and document the incident in a report.
• Provide security services for University and student social events.
• Alert Facilities Management of system failures.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED