Campus Police Officer (FT)

About the role

Lincoln University seeks Campus Police Officers. This position reports to the Director of Public Safety & Security and will be responsible for securing exterior doors after visitation hours and frequently making tours of the residence halls.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the general facilities.
• Conducts tours frequently throughout the residence halls.
• Secures all exterior and emergency doors.
• Ensures that all policies, rules, and regulations are being followed (i.e., visitation, smoking, quiet hours, etc.).
• Reports any concerns to the Residence Hall Coordinator (i.e., maintenance, false alarms, security, etc.).
• Ensures student participation in fire drills/false alarms.
• Maintains contact with security in case of an emergency.
• Sets up and maintains a clean criminal record.
• Submits all paperwork in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Law enforcement or security training preferred, but not required.
• CPR and first aid certification preferred, but not required.
• Valid driver's license and own transportation.
• Clean criminal record.
• Flexible schedule and weekend hours included.
• Communicate effectively with people from varied social, educational, and economic backgrounds.
• Able to work without constant supervision, make decisions, and have good judgment while performing under stress.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and projects and prioritize based on department functionality.
• Able to properly operate and care for computerized dispatch system and voice radio equipment.
• Able to learn appropriate computer functions.
• Able to keep concise and accurate records and carry out verbal instructions.
• Able to write complete and concise reports.
• Maintain emotional stability and physical condition necessary to perform related duties.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Able to have a high level of professional appearance and demeanor, wear a standard issue security uniform, and carry standard security equipment.

Physical Demands

• Moderate lifting up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects.
• Dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse.
• Ability to hear and speak clearly.
• Body mobility to stoop, kneel, and bend and reach.

Work Environment

• Work is primarily performed in a university campus environment and requires a flexible schedule including evening and weekend work.
• Travel for administrative work is expected.
• The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions: protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.