Campus Safety Officer - University Police Department

About the role

The University Police Department at West Virginia University is seeking applications for a Community Safety Officer position to support the university's commitment to its values of Service, Curiosity, Respect, Accountability, and Appreciation.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive patrols of assigned area on campus to observe persons and property therein for the purpose of reducing and preventing criminal activities.
• Checks buildings for security, being alert for situations of deficiencies that make WVU vulnerable to crime.
• Corrects or reports noted deficiencies.
• Responds to routine and emergency calls and takes appropriate action to support Campus Police Officers.
• Works to develop a positive relation with all members of the campus community including students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Advises public on ways to make them more secure and seeks public support for crime prevention.
• Hands-on presence on campus by developing and maintaining a positive rapport with students, visitors, faculty, and staff.
• Actively participate in crime prevention and community policing activities.
• Assists the general public by answering inquiries, providing directions, and other similar general service activities.
• Patrols campus during special events such as concerts, football and basketball games, and other similar activities which draw large crowds of people.
• Directs traffic after said events to alleviate congestion.
• Provides for crowd control, including assisting Campus Police Officers in subduing large numbers of intoxicated persons.
• Watches for fire, fire hazards, safety hazards, and other dangerous or damaging situations.
• Takes appropriate action when a water leak, chemical spill, or other related hazardous condition is detected.
• Administers first-aid to injured or sick persons and provides or arranges for necessary transportation.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• 0-6 months of experience working with the public in some capacity.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must have or be able to obtain CPR certification within 3 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of and ability to perform defensive tactics to protect self and others.
• Ability to react quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to learn police practices and philosophies.
• Physical capability to perform duties of position.
• Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.

Benefits

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 15 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks.
• Wellness programs

Pay

Pay Grade: PG14

Schedule

Full-time

About WVU

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees. From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures. At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers. Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact.

To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.