Public Safety Officer Campus and Student Housing

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full Time

CLASSIFICATION: ESP, Pay Band S

HOURLY WAGE: $18.00 per hour

FLSA STATUS: Hourly/Non-Exempt

HOURS: 40 hours per week, evening and weekend shift schedule will be required as determined by the college

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled

APPLY ONLINE AT: Apply online through the "Apply" link listed below

GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE AVAILABLE (per Current Contractual Agreement)

• Up to twenty-six (26) paid time off days annually (prorated based on hire date).
• Up to fourteen (14) paid holidays/days closed throughout the year (includes time off from December 24 through New Year’s Day) depending on hire date.
• Health insurance benefits: Multiple medical health plan options upon date of hire. Employer-paid dental, life, and long-term disability insurance upon date of hire. Reimbursement payments for individuals declining medical and/or dental insurance coverage. Up to $500 annual vision/hearing allowance.
• Participation in MPSERS retirement system (includes employer and employee contribution options).
• Scholarship for employee, spouse, and/or dependent children to attend SC4 credit classes covering full cost of registration fee, tuition, and technology fee (when applicable) per campus guidelines. Additional funds for employment-related education/training each year upon approval.
  
  

JOB SUMMARY: Public safety officers assigned to campus and housing perform patrol

functions to maintain safety and order, enforce regulations, and assist students, staff, and

faculty.

Responsibilities

• Open and close buildings, patrol campus, and observe the conduct of persons to ensure campus security and provide assistance as needed.
• Ensure campus housing security protocols are followed while developing a professional rapport with residents to recognize residents from visitors and other community members.
• Perform foot patrols of all facilities; monitor buildings for unauthorized individuals and/or suspicious activities and report any facility safety hazards.
• Contact emergency responders as needed acting within college procedures and training until emergency personnel arrive.
• Monitor traffic and enforce college parking regulations on campus.
• Perform checks of safety equipment and report malfunctions as required.
• Provide on campus courier services involving money and/or sensitive documents.
• Answer phones, dispatch, issue keys or building access and assist individuals as needed.
• Complete clerical-related duties as they pertain to the task assigned.
• Maintain a working knowledge of alarm systems.
• Serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
• Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude and demeanor.
• Complete and maintain CPR/AED certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Supervision received from the Campus Safety Manager.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma required; associate degree is preferred
• One to two years of related work experience required
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Self-motivated; quick learner.
• Must possess a valid Michigan driver’s license and good driving record.
• Reliable with good attendance record.
• Possesses good judgment skills; moral character.