Public Safety Officer

Northampton Community College

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides safety and security services for the college community, including the protection of students, staff, college facilities, property, and the institution. The role requires maintaining a visible presence, offering professional customer service, and collaborating with various college departments. The officer will be responsible for monitoring safety hazards, conducting investigations, responding to emergencies, and enforcing campus regulations. Additionally, the role involves handling college funds, delivering presentations, and patrolling the campus.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Pa State Act 235 Certification (Firearms) required
Valid driver’s license
Completion and annual renewal CPR/AED certification
Strong organizational, communicative and leadership skills
Ability to summarize information and prepare reports
Computer literate
Ability to lift 25 pounds and climb several flights of stairs
Ability to walk and stand for several hours at a time
Ability to execute multiple tasks and assignments
Ability to function in a crisis situation
Able to understand and carry out written, e-mailed or verbal instruction
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to successfully pass all initial certifications and yearly re-certifications in firearms, Tasers, handcuffing, OC and baton
Ability to successfully pass both a Drug and Psychological Screening
Minimum two years’ security, law enforcement or other related experience and/or training

Responsibilities

Maintain a highly visible presence on campus
Provide an exceptional level of professionalism and customer service
Assist immediate supervisor with dissemination of information to all officers
Give direction and respond clearly to questions from students, staff and visitors
Conduct follow-up investigations and collaborate with Student Affairs staff members to address student conduct concerns
Monitor crime and safety hazards and follow the reporting procedure for same
Prepare incident reports and maintain accurate records
Be familiar with crisis plans, alarms, and computer center systems
Maintain a safe environment for vehicular and pedestrian traffic
Enforce campus vehicle parking regulations, assist with jump starts and vehicle lock-outs
Allow access to campus facilities for authorized individuals
Act as a first responder for campus emergencies, including critical incidents, fire, medical, bomb threats and crises intervention
Maintain institutional stability and reputation by complying with and knowledge of all Federal, State and Local laws as well as college policies and procedures
Receive, transport and deposit college funds
Deliver presentations and training on a wide variety of topics to the campus community upon request
Patrol campus on foot, in a vehicle and on bicycle when necessary