Campus Safety Patrol Officer

About Utica University:

Located in the heart of Central New York, Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 as Utica College. We offer many of the advantages of a large university, such as undergraduate and graduate degree options, excellent academic programs, and outstanding faculty, but with an intimacy and a high degree of personal attention more closely associated with smaller private institutions.

We empower learners to achieve their career and life goals through personally enriching experiences and outstanding educational pathways.

At Utica University, we are committed to creating a working and learning environment where all people feel supported.

Following our institutional values, we work to support diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences in an equitable, respectful, and inclusive environment, while promoting freedom of expression and encouraging civil discourse.

Job Description:

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for protecting students, faculty and staff on campus property and maintaining the security of the campus buildings, facilities, parking lots, pedestrian ways, and grounds of the University.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a first responder to all campus emergencies, inclusive of medical and criminal, that could be potentially be hazardous and/or life threatening.
• Uphold University policies and procedures as they relate to safety and security concerns.
• Maintain a strong, healthy working relationship with all departments of the University.
• Conduct routine inspection tours of Campus facilities documenting unusual safety and security concerns. This includes vehicular and foot patrols.
• Remain observant for circumstances that could lead to loss or damage to property and equipment. This includes response to fire alarms, investigations into the alarm occurrence and verification of building evacuation.
• Unlock and secure buildings as scheduled for events and ensure all windows and doors are secure as scheduled. This may include assisting students and staff with lockouts.
• Observe and report hazardous conditions to management.
• Ensure inside and outside lights are turned on/off as required and informs supervisor when any electrical or mechanical system is malfunctioning.
• Ensure only authorized persons are admitted to the campus while on duty.
• Become knowledgeable about the Campus in order to direct visitors and assist as necessary.
• Monitor parking lots and direct traffic and parking as necessary.
• Uphold campus traffic regulations surrounding parking and vehicle operation, issuing citations when warranted.
• Uphold campus policies and regulations.
• Observe weather conditions on campus and report dangerous or unusual weather-related activity to management.
• Complete investigations of University violations, including reviewing camera footage, interviewing witnesses, and writing incident reports.
• Serve as a liaison for the University with local law enforcement.
• Provide awareness education/information on an informal basis to students, faculty and staff during other duties.
• Conduct monthly fire extinguisher inspections to ensure all are fully charged and operational.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Campus Safety.

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma, with special consideration for those who hold Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's degrees.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong written and oral communications and relational skills.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.
• Composing and writing reports, forms, and memos.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Responsible for being on-call, working odd shifts, inclusive of weekends and holidays.
• Must regularly stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must remain accessible for phone communication.
• Maintain a professional appearance and conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times.
• Mentally analyze a situation, solve problems, and make decisions under pressure in area of responsibility.
• Read and understand written instruction and communicate information and ideas in clear and concise written form.

Driving Responsibility:

• A valid NYS Driver's License is required.
• Will routinely operate University Campus Safety vehicles during the performance of their duties.
• Must maintain a clean driving record as defined by University insurance carrier guidelines.
• Motor vehicle record will be monitored regularly using NYS License Event Notification Service or License Monitor, Inc. for out of state licenses.

Additional Information:

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

EEO Statement

Utica University is committed to equal opportunity and creating a welcoming work environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, citizenship status, domestic violence victim status, or protected status under applicable local, state, or federal law.

Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans

Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 to offer options for higher education study to veterans returning from the Second World War. More than seventy years since veterans returned from WWII, this tradition of serving veterans is still held in high regard here at Utica University, and we are proud to welcome veterans as students and as valued members of our faculty and professional staff.

Application Instructions:

To be considered for this position, you must upload and include the following information:

• Submit a resume and cover letter at time of application.
• Three (3) references are required to be listed on the application. These should be professional references, two of which must be current or former supervisors. Finalist will be contacted prior to reference checking.

Offers are contingent on the completion of a post-offer background check, and official transcripts are required upon hire.