Campus Public Safety Officer (Part-Time)

Scheduled Shift: Sunday 4PM-12AM, weeknight evening coverage between 6PM-12AM for additional shifts.

Scheduled Hours per week: 20, part-time position.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Campus Public Safety Officer is responsible for periodic patrols of the campus and outlying property in order to protect life and property. Responds to calls promptly while on foot, or in a motor vehicle. Exercise judgment in interpreting laws, ordinances, policies and procedures. Promotes and maintains favorable relations with all University constituents.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Patrol campus grounds by motor vehicle or, on foot to prevent, discover and deter illegal activity, enforce traffic laws and university rules and regulations, check the security of buildings, functioning of outdoor lighting and road conditions, when applicable.
• Remain vigilant at all times and maintain a visible presence.
• Respond to calls for a variety of services including; basic assistance to students, faculty and staff, investigation of alarms, assistance to motorists, building maintenance problems, thefts, and other acts against persons or property.
• Investigate, report, and record traffic violations, accidents and campus crimes, by interviewing witnesses and taking photographs.
• Prepare detailed incident reports for use by the department, university, in court testimony or for insurance claims.
• Escort students to other campus locations after dark or when a threat or risk is perceived, and to residence halls as required when assigned to the Longmeadow campus.
• Schedule and conduct fire drills for residential buildings when assigned to the Longmeadow campus.
• When assigned to E. Longmeadow campus, cover the reception desk at the East Longmeadow campus when the Administrative Support Assistant is not present; respond appropriately to phone calls, inquiries and visitors.
• When assigned to the E. Longmeadow campus, respond to inquiries or allow visitors into the building when needed, secure the East Longmeadow building at closing, including verifying no one is remaining in the building.
• Transfer deposits between the university and banks by personal pick up and delivery to ensure the security of funds.
• Direct traffic at all university functions and special events.
• Administer CPR, first aid and emergency assistance.
• Inspect and maintain departmental equipment to keep in reliable operating condition.
• May be required to provide services at other University locations or for functions not held on University property as needed.
• This position is subject to call-in during emergencies and staffing shortages and may work a rotating shift, holidays, and weekends.
• Attend training as required.
• Complete any other assignments as directed by the supervisor.

• Knowledge of state and federal law, traffic code and city ordinances, and university and departmental policy and operating procedures.
• High school diploma or GED and at least two years of security guard or law enforcement experience.
• Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement helpful.
• Skill in oral communications as demonstrated by effective ability to provide general information and directions, mediate disputes, interview witnesses and suspects, testify in court, and make program presentations.
• Skill in written communications to produce reports and documents in the English language with clearly organized thoughts using proper sentence structure, punctuation, and grammar.
• Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to successfully complete certification at the time of hire and thereafter as required. Inability to successfully complete certification and/or recertification, as required, will be grounds for immediate termination as this is an essential function of the position.
• Ability to patrol on foot, motor vehicle or bicycle and remain in standing or sitting position for long periods.
• Ability to work and remain calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to hear and see acutely during the day and night time conditions.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must successfully pass the online safe Driving Course and driving record check at time of hire and annually thereafter.
• Must successfully pass safe driving course within 30-days of employment.
• Failure to successfully complete the course within the 30-day period is grounds for immediate termination.
• Submit to and pass criminal offender records check (C.O.R.I.) and sexual offender records check (S.O.R.I.) at time of hire and as required during employment.
• Submit to and pass pre-employment drug screening and physical duties test.
• Must be willing to work flexible and extended schedule including weekends, holidays, breaks, and cover other shifts as needed.
• Ability to follow University policies and procedures.
• General knowledge of the University’s mission, purpose and goals and the role this position plays in achieving those goals.