Security & Safety Officer - Part-Time, 3rd Shift

About the role

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Primary Duties

• Patrols buildings and grounds of the College, on foot and in vehicles using electronic check-in stations as required.
• Enforces rules and regulations of the College, and the Student Code of Conduct of the College.
• Aids in ensuring the safety and protection of students, employees, and visitors on College property and renders assistance and transportation, as needed.
• Enforces College regulations pertaining to security, safety and proper use of College property, and is alert for hazards on the premises which would endanger the safety of persons on campus.
• Reports all irregularities, (ex: fire hazards, leaks, etc.) to the Office of Security and Safety.
• Locks and unlocks doors as necessary, examines windows, lights and gates to ensure that they are secure.
• Fills reports where corrective action is required.
• Patrols all parking lots and College roadways, and issues violation notices and warnings for illegally parked vehicles.
• Enforces safe driving on campus and assists motorists with disabled vehicles, as necessary.
• Investigates accidents, files reports on all types of incidents on College property, and notifies the police and fire departments when the situation warrants.
• Provides assistance to emergency vehicles coming on campus.
• Regulates vehicle and pedestrian traffic on College property to maintain an orderly flow.
• Issues parking permits when required to students, employees and visitors.
• Inspects equipment and machinery for hazards, conducts Boiler Room checks as required by Office of Security and Safety and Physical Plant.
• In the course of patrol conducts inspection of all fire alarms and extinguishers to see that they are in working order.
• Inspects all battery operated emergency lights to ensure they are working properly.
• Assists students, employees and visitors by giving information and directions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of work experience in security or law enforcement.
• Valid operator's license.
• Clear motor vehicle record.
• Ability to perform continuous interior and exterior foot patrols, on rotating shifts, under all weather conditions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing and work with diverse groups of people.
• Willing and able to work all shifts and campuses under all weather conditions.
• Capable of extensive walking and/or standing throughout an eight (8) hour shift.
• Capable of navigating up and down stairs carrying 50 lbs. of equipment.
• Capable of continuous stair navigation throughout an eight (8) hour shift.
• Must successfully complete new officer training program conducted by the Office of Security and Safety.
• Must be certified or become certified in First Responder, Emergency Responder or equivalent, and keep the certification current (College will provide training).
• Must be certified or become certified in CPR/AED and keep the certification current (College will provide training).
• Capable of dragging 150 lbs. a distance of 50 feet.

Preferred Qualification

• EMT certification strongly preferred.

Base starting Salary

$19.9158/hr.

Additional Information

• Additional $1.00/hour 3rd Shift differential.
• Additional $1.50/hr. included for applicants with EMT certification.
• Advanced degrees, First Responder and Emergency Responder Certifications also qualify for hourly bonus.

Perks & Benefits

• Retirement Program: Eligible for our college-funded retirement plan through TIAA. Eligibility is the first day of employment.
• Campus Amenities: Enjoy access to our wellness center and cafeteria facilities.
• Free Parking: Enjoy the ease of free parking right here on our beautiful Bucks County campus.