Campus Safety Officer

Keene State College’s Department of Campus Safety is seeking applications from individuals who possess good judgment, discretion, and excellent interpersonal skills, to perform a variety of safety, enforcement, and crime prevention tasks for the College as a Campus Safety Officer. Campus Safety Officers assist in creating and sustaining a safe learning, working, and living environment for our campus community, 24-hours a day, year-round. Starting salary is $20.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and training, and complemented by a generous benefits package. One confirmed opening and other anticipated openings. These positions are part of the Teamsters Local 633.

Responsibilities include: Foot and vehicle patrol; respond to emergencies and calls for service to College students, faculty, staff and visitors; documentation and investigation of campus incidents, periodically in collaboration with Keene Police Department; conduct property checks; may cover the switchboard, emergency phones and dispatch; traffic control and parking enforcement; provide crime awareness education; and participate in witness and conduct hearings, as needed. Officer schedules include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as determined by the needs of the College. Officers are expected to respond to requests from the College to return to duty in the event of a significant emergency.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age at the time of hiring.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of campus safety or security experience or a combination of post high school education and/or work experience.
• Possess excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Computer proficient with the ability to learn various computer applications.
• Demonstrated knowledge of campus environment and/or security industry, relevant laws, and safety and fire prevention.
• Must have valid driver’s license and a good driving history.
• Must obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must be willing to attend periodic trainings and meetings, and work overtime.
• Must successfully pass a background check, including criminal and driving history.
• Post-offer, pre-employment physical.

Preferred Qualifications:

• In-depth investigation experience of code violations and minor criminal incidents.
• Ability to write thorough reports.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Completion of police academy.
• Additionally, the College has identified desirable qualifications that support our commitment to creating and maintaining a diverse campus community including the ability to speak a second language or to bring a multicultural perspective to the campus.

Link to apply: https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/53372

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online:

• Letter of application addressing the above responsibilities
• Resume
• Contact information for three references

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled or otherwise closed at the College’s discretion.

Salary Information: Starting salary is $20.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and training; complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off. This position is part of the Teamsters Local 633.

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please visit: https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/ or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Keene, NH 03435: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Security: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location