Security Patrol Officer

University of Charleston•Charleston, WV

72d•Onsite

About The Position

Department of Safety & Security, University of Charleston Essential Functions of the Job: Documentation and initial investigation of all reported crime related incidents, car accidents, personal injuries, industrial or employee accidents, suspicious activity, Homeland Security concerns etc. Assist all law enforcement agencies and emergency personnel called upon to assist the university. (Mutual aid agreement in place with local agencies) Accurate documentation of all incidents and activity required by the U. S. Dept. of Education for campus crime reporting purposes. Routine day and night patrols of all campus property (both foot and vehicle patrols). Special patrols and or extra patrols may also be designated for specific locations based on events and activity. Confronting and removing offenders or trespassers from the campus community. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

Requirements

Walking and/or Running
Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel and crouch
The employee is frequently required to use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
The employee is occasionally required to lift and move up to 25 pounds
Employee will be required to work outdoors for extended periods of times with exposure to both hot and cold ambient temperatures
Employee may be required take action during an emergency situation to include violent encounters with suspects
Must have a valid driver's license with no serious traffic offenses in the last 7 - 9 years for the following violations: DUI Reckless Driving Leaving the Scene Hit and Run

Responsibilities

Documentation and initial investigation of all reported crime related incidents, car accidents, personal injuries, industrial or employee accidents, suspicious activity, Homeland Security concerns etc.
Assist all law enforcement agencies and emergency personnel called upon to assist the university.
Accurate documentation of all incidents and activity required by the U. S. Dept. of Education for campus crime reporting purposes.
Routine day and night patrols of all campus property (both foot and vehicle patrols).
Confronting and removing offenders or trespassers from the campus community.
Daily lock up and opening of university buildings, designated classrooms and offices
Parking and traffic enforcement
Extra patrol assignments to deal with large events, crowds and parking concerns
Special surveillance assignments as directed
Daily visual inspection of grounds and buildings during routine patrol to determine any existing fire hazards, safety issues and immediate maintenance concerns to be reported to Facilities
Extra patrol at sporting events with escorts for coaches & referees as required by collegiate rules
Courtesy calls to assist people locked out of their car, office, with dead car batteries etc.
Bank escorts for the university as needed
Completion of all mandatory security / law enforcement job related training and other training as required
Eventual certification with the ASP tactical baton, Pepper Spray, Taser, CPR, AED, Basic First Aid and all required levels of NIMS
Other duties as assigned