Safety Officer

About the Role

Join the Baker College Campus Safety Team and help create a secure, welcoming environment for all. As a Campus Safety Officer, you'll play a key role in protecting students, faculty, staff, and visitors by patrolling assigned areas on foot or in vehicles, monitoring buildings and grounds, and responding to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Enforce campus rules and regulations.
• Provide escorts and assistance such as lockouts or jump-starts.
• Report safety hazards and investigate incidents.
• Secure facilities and monitor parking areas.
• Collaborate with law enforcement when necessary.
• Serve as a Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.

Requirements

• Two years of work experience, either full- or part-time, in law enforcement, military, or security.
• Maintain a valid Concealed Pistol License, a valid driver's license, and certification in First Aid and CPR/AED.
• Meet the qualifications set forth by the laws of the State of Michigan and Baker College.
• Carry a firearm as a condition of employment.
• Provide and carry a personally owned quality large or medium frame semi-automatic pistol in either 9mm or .40 caliber, suitable for duty use (Director of Campus Safety is the final arbiter of the handgun's suitability).
• Provide and utilize a quality holster with a minimum level II retention rating (Director of Campus Safety determines its suitability).

Qualifications

An associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice or a related field is preferred.

About Baker College

Founded in 1911, Baker College is committed to embracing technology, sparking innovation, and fostering a supportive learning environment where students can get the real-world knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to pursue the life and career they want. Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campuses across Michigan and online.

The successful candidate will believe in and support the student-first philosophy while contributing to the overall success of Baker College, acting as a positive role model and brand ambassador on and off campus.