What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drake Public Safety Officer position at Drake University?
Position Number: 999233
Unit/Department: Public Safety
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Department Summary:
The mission of Drake Public Safety is to provide a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff and campus visitors. Drake Public Safety strives to achieve this mission through a community friendly approach that enhances safety through the visibility of Public Safety personnel, preventive patrols, 24-hour accessibility, positive conflict resolution, and crime prevention and awareness programs. Drake Public Safety collaborates with local law enforcement and community organizations in fulfilling its mission.
In addition to their role in keeping the campus community safe, Drake Public Safety officers also are trained to assist in medical emergencies and have access to portable defibrillators for use in emergency situations.
Job Summary:
Drake Public Safety Officers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the campus community. Their responsibilities include:
Enhancing safety: Through the visibility of Public Safety personnel, preventive patrols, and 24-hour accessibility.
Conflict resolution: Utilizing positive conflict resolution techniques to maintain a peaceful environment.
Crime prevention: Implementing crime prevention and awareness programs to deter criminal activity.
Collaboration: Working closely with local law enforcement and community organizations to fulfill their mission.
Emergency assistance: Being trained to assist in medical emergencies and having access to portable defibrillators for use in emergency situations.
Drake Public Safety Officers are dedicated to creating a safe and secure environment for all individuals on campus, making them a vital part of the university's safety infrastructure.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma and 2-3 years of experience in Security
Preferred Qualifications:
BA and 2-3 years of experience in College and University Security or Law Enforcement experience.
Job Duties:
- 50% - The visibility of Public Safety personnel, preventive patrols - (Essential)
- 25% - Respond to calls and Emergencies - (Essential)
- 15% - Report Writing - (Essential)
- 10% - Other duties as assigned - (Essential)
Special Instructions to Applicants:
For consideration, you must apply online. Please include a resume and cover letter.
Review of Applications Begins:
A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
Salary and Benefits:
At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts.
For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.
ABOUT DRAKE
Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.
All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.
STRONG COMMITMENT TO A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. As reflected in our Core Values, we embrace a diverse and inclusive community.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Drake University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (p: 515.271.3133; e: jobs@drake.edu) and let us know how we can assist you.
