Public Safety Officer

Lycoming College•Williamsport, PA

14d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

Lycoming College is hiring a Public Safety Officer to join the Public Safety team. Lycoming College, one of the nation’s oldest residential liberal arts and sciences colleges, invites candidates for a full-time opening with the Public Safety team as a Public Safety Officer. With a first-rate undergraduate education and an increased commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable campus community that supports all faculty, staff, and students, we are seeking candidates who can support and contribute to our mission and 2021 strategic plan . This position is often the first departmental contact for the Lycoming Community within the Public Safety Office. Public Safety officers perform a variety of safety and public safety-related functions serving the role of protecting our students, employees, visitors and campus property. Fulfilling this role requires Public Safety Officers to be exceptionally attuned to the needs and experiences of all members of Lycoming’s diverse community and be adept at supporting and enhancing the campus experience of all with whom they work. We are currently in search for a day time officer this is a full-time, benefits eligible position that requires a valid driver’s license and ability to pass a motor vehicle record check compliant with insurance regulations of the College. The pay for this position begins at $16.50 per hour. Who We Are: Founded in 1812, Lycoming College is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected liberal arts colleges. Today, our community of 1,200 active learners from 26 states and territories and 13 countries comprises a student body that is 31 percent domestic students of the global majority or international, all of whom work with our renowned scholars to craft customized combinations of market-driven majors, minors and concentrations across our 52+ academic programs. Students compete in 20 NCAA Division III sports, participate in faculty-driven research, thrive in a robust program of internship experiences, and study abroad in more than two dozen countries. Lycoming College has one of the highest endowment-per-student ratios in the country. The institution is a member of the Annapolis Group of Liberal Arts Colleges and is recognized by U.S. News as a top 100 National Liberal Arts College and the No. 21 Best Value School. Lycoming College is dedicated to providing a high-quality liberal arts and sciences education for all students. Learn more at https://www.lycoming.edu . The College proudly celebrates and values the principles of inclusive excellence. In its 2021 Strategic Plan, Lycoming College committed to recruiting more faculty and staff from historically underrepresented groups. The community works to foster an inclusive campus community and to support the success of all faculty, staff and students. The College recognizes that a community formed of a wide range of backgrounds and experiences benefits all its members and serves to advance Lycoming’s goal of preparing graduates to become ethical, informed, and engaged individuals. Lycoming College is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

High school diploma; two years of college level course-work related to safety and Public Safety disciplines preferred.
Experience in providing organizational safety, security and public safety preferred (significant preference given to experience in safety and Public Safety positions in an educational setting)
Computer skills essential (knowledge of Microsoft Word; experience using email and internet)
Excellent customer service and interpersonal/ communications skills required to respond to sensitive situations with diplomacy and tact (e.g. listening, verbal/non-verbal skills) reflecting the utmost respect for all campus community members
Strong written communication skills to effectively communicate and document required reports.
Ability to develop and maintain a working knowledge of college polices and procedures.
Ability to deal effectively with diverse campus groups and individuals under routine or adverse conditions.
Ability to make quick decisions using sound judgement in emergency situations.
Ability to memorize details of an incident occurring on campus and write detailed and accurate reports
Ability to operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices, possess a valid PA driver’s license, and maintain a good driving record
Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective and authentic relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times
Ability to demonstrate professional conduct in highly sensitive or volatile situations
Ability to hand multiple, simultaneous responsibilities at all times, most significantly in stressful situations
Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures within limits of authority
Ability to effectively organize, manage and complete concurrent priorities and responsibilities within set time periods
Incumbent must be able to perform and meet the physical demands required of the job responsibility
Willingness to wear established departmental uniform while on duty
Willingness to work various shifts and overtime hours (day, night, weekend, holiday) if requested
Commitment to fostering an environment of inclusivity and belonging.
Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work/learning environment that reflects the utmost respect for all individuals, identities and lived experiences.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of: (preferred knowledge but will train on job) Criminal law and safety codes preferred Common fire and safety hazards and use of related equipment Techniques and procedures applicable to theft and loss prevention Traffic and parking patrol Appropriate safety precautions and emergency procedures

Responsibilities

Protect people and property while acknowledging the unique identity characteristics and lived experiences of individuals in order to create confidence and authentic relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
Perform routine patrols of and through on campus buildings and near off-campus areas on foot and in motorized vehicles (i.e. golf cart. Public Safety vehicle) to provide incident prevention and detect signs of unsafe conditions or criminal suspicious activity in support of the success of all students, faculty and staff.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with all visitors and all members of the campus community in order to foster a sense of inclusion and belonging.
Respond promptly to investigate and properly document calls for service in accordance with applicable policies and procedures for functions including, but not limited to: Alarms (fire, panic, carbon monoxide, etc.) Assisting with students, employees and visitors Directing vehicle and pedestrian traffic Emergency medical assistance Motorist assistance (vehicle jump starts) Parking enforcement Student, staff, visitor safety escorts or transports Suspicious circumstances Unlock/lock building doors
De-escalate difficult situations by remaining calm, being empathetic, and maintaining impulse control to resolve matters while ensuring the exercise of authority respects the rights of individuals and groups, identities and lived experiences
Ensure compliance with College policies and procedures, including parking rules and regulations, and perform appropriate enforcement actions that is in support and service to all students and employees
Observe and report unsafe hazardous, or unusual conditions.
Assist local law enforcement, fire, and other emergency service agencies in the performance of duties when requested
Perform simple vehicle maintenance procedures, such as checking fluids and reporting mechanical or other problems to supervisors
Perform routine fire safety checks on fire extinguishers per procedures
Provide Public Safety at special events on campus properties (e.g., Baseball Stadium, Shangraw, etc.,)
Prepare and submit incident and other reports containing required and pertinent information in a timely and efficient manner per procedures

Benefits

Health insurance – Lycoming College offers a wide variety of health plan options available.
Dental insurance, including orthodontia coverage.
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
Life & accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Cancer insurance
Personal accident insurance
Wellness program
Employee assistance program
403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% contributions from the College
Free tuition for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents at Lycoming College
Free tuition for eligible dependents at over 600 colleges nationwide through Tuition Exchange, Inc.
Free tuition for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents at the Pennsylvania College of Technology
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Paid Parental Leave
14 holidays per year
Summer hours
15% discount at the campus bookstore, excluding textbooks and snacks
Reduced rates for meal packages for on-campus dining facilities
Use of the campus recreations center and gym facilities for employees and household family members
Use of the campus Library