Campus Public Safety Officer - 3rd Shift

About the role

Southern New Hampshire University is seeking a 3rd shift Public Safety Officer for its Manchester, New Hampshire campus. This position provides comprehensive safety and security services to the university and its remote properties.

Responsibilities

• Patrol of campus and remote properties
• Take necessary action appropriate for the situation according to guidelines established by the University and departmental policies and procedures
• Assist victims of crimes with making a police complaint, as desired or required
• Respond to and investigate instances involving assault, including sexual and aggravated assaults
• Collaborate with others to de-escalate situations in which victims/accused are in emotional distress or agitated
• Implement strategies to reduce safety hazards, and eliminate opportunities for crime, disorder, and violations of the Student or Employee Handbook
• Conduct preliminary investigations of incidents and submit complete, legible, and accurate reports promptly
• Provide escorts, monitor security cameras, and access control, and assist visitors
• Enforce traffic and parking regulations at properties and locations. Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic, provide information and directions, arrange assistance for motorists with mechanical problems, issue parking tickets and arrange towing of vehicles if necessary
• Assist university officials, law enforcement agencies, fire, and other public safety officials in the performance of those responsibilities which relate to the mission of the department in maintaining law, order and public safety on SNHU properties
• Perform responsibilities consistent with the University's fire prevention and general safety program. These include inspection of fire safety equipment, conducting fire drills and other tasks related to the University's safety programs
• Be the officer in charge in the absence of a shift supervisor and oversee daily operations
• Understand the compliance points surrounding Title IX and the Clery act. Also have the responsibility of issuing SNHU Alerts in the event of an emergency
• Complete a daily shift report to send to management upon completion of their shift
• Work in all-weather elements, stand, and sit for extended periods of time including walking and climbing stairs. Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Maintain certification in responding to emergencies and automated external defibrillator, CPR, Narcan, First Aid, and Stop the Bleed. Willing to train if needed
• This is an essential personnel role. As such you are required to report to work or remain on duty during emergency closures or modified operations, such as severe weather

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED as prescribed by the New Hampshire Department of Education
• Two or more years of related experience
• Eligible to work in the United States and be 21 years of age or older
• Perform all of the essential functions of the job of a Public Safety Officer (with or without reasonable accommodation)
• Must have and maintain a valid State of New Hampshire Driver's license with a good driving record
• No criminal record or convictions for misdemeanors or felony offenses

Qualifications

• Willingness to train if needed

Skills

• Ability to understand and comply with Title IX and the Clery Act
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting 50 pounds
• Knowledge of fire prevention and general safety programs
• Ability to respond to emergencies and perform first aid
• Ability to enforce traffic and parking regulations
• Ability to conduct preliminary investigations and submit reports
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• High-quality, low-deductible medical insurance
• Low to no-cost dental and vision plans
• 5 weeks of paid time off (plus almost a dozen paid holidays)
• Employer-funded retirement
• Mental health and wellbeing resources

Pay

The hourly pay range for this position is $17.45 - $27.92. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. We expect this position to be hired in the following target hiring range $19.28 - $26.08.

Schedule

January - June: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: 9:30 pm - 8:00 am
July - December: Saturday: 7:30 am - 6 pm
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday: 9:30 pm - 8:00 am
Shift includes weekend and holiday hours
Mandatory overtime several weekends per year is required