Public Safety Officer

About the role

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values needed for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for responding to all calls for assistance which include crimes in progress, past crimes, vehicle accidents , personnel injuries, medical and aided cases, fires, smoke, burglar and duress alarms and render aid as required.
• Must render first aid, CPR and utilize Automated External Defibrillator.
• Operate a patrol vehicle in a safe and proficient manner in areas of high pedestrian traffic.
• Conduct field investigations concerning violations of law, violations of University policy and violations of the student code of conduct reported to them. Gather and compile information, and prepare reports.
• Engage with the various campus community departments checking on needs or security concerns.
• Patrol assigned posts or areas either on foot, bicycle, scooter, or in a motor patrol vehicle.
• Actively participate in crime prevention and community policing activities.
• Be mindful of current crime trends on and around the campus grounds and take appropriate action to deter such activity.
• Direct pedestrian and vehicle traffic and enforce campus parking regulations.
• Perform general security services, including locking and unlocking buildings, rooms, laboratories and roadway gates.
• Assist students who require escorts in and around the campus property due to injury or accessibility issues.
• Assist motorists who are having battery, tire or door lock problems.
• Perform campus access control in security kiosks (booth) by documenting vehicle license plates and issueing parking permits.
• Perform related duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Prefer a minimum of 5 years security experience.
• New York State Fire Guard License, to be obtained within six months of employment; the license must be renewed by the Officer every two years and an updated copy given to the Executive Director.
• Candidate must hold a High School diploma or equivalent; college or university degrees preferred.
• Candidate must possess and maintain a current New York Sate Security guard license as well as possess and maintain a current and clean motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Candidate must be able to perform their responsibilities while wearing an N-95 respirator mask as mandated by OSHA regulations.
• Candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation.
• Candidate must be able to work on all shifts, during various hours, including weekends and holidays.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service orientation and willingness to assist people in need.
• Certified in administering CPR or First Aid, as needed, and proficient in the use of an Automatic External Defibrillator.

Benefits

St. John’s University offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events.