Public Safety Officer-1st Shift

About the Role

Under the direct supervision of the Public Safety Coordinator, the Public Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all persons and property on the Guilford College campus. This individual serves as a strong advocate for exemplifying a proactive approach to crime prevention and educating faculty, staff, and students on safety. The officer must be able to think and work independently at times and must be a problem solver. Must be diplomatic, polite, and possess strong leadership and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Understands, follows, and enforces Guilford College policies, rules, and regulations and all campus security, safety, and emergency procedures.
• Coordinates and fosters positive working relationships with all members of the campus community and all emergency services (police, fire, ambulance), serving as the on-scene liaison.
• Responds to all calls for service and emergencies (medical & fire), provides escorts, and is responsible for locking and unlocking buildings in a timely manner.
• Provides regular foot patrols of the interior and exterior of campus buildings and monitors campus grounds and roadways.
• Makes patrols of the campus (foot, golf cart, security vehicle) and enforces traffic and parking regulations as needed.
• Reviews, understands, and passes on pertinent information via the general information log book.
• Completes all incident reports and written documentation for events occurring during shift, reporting security, safety, health, and fire hazards to appropriate personnel.
• Works closely with Campus Life staff to respond to student incidents and emergencies.
• Notifies Director and Campus Life administrators on after-hours emergency situations as needed.
• Participates in Public Safety/Campus Life training on procedure, protocol, and response to incidents.
• Participates in community outreach and program implementation.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of two years-related work experience in security, campus security, or law enforcement preferred.
• Experience in college or university campus security preferred.
• College degree in a related field preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and written and oral communication skills.
• Available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and some holidays.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• Tuition remission
• Health insurance
• Telemedicine
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Retirement plan
• Optional dental and vision insurance
• Access to numerous discounts for products, services, and attractions

Schedule

Full-time, 1st shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Wednesday through Sunday.

At this time, Guilford College is only able to employ individuals authorized to work in North Carolina.