Campus Public Safety Officer (Part-Time)

Scheduled Shift: Sunday 4PM-12AM, weeknight evening coverage between 6PM-12AM for additional shifts.

Scheduled Hours per week: 20, part-time position.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Campus Public Safety Officer is responsible for periodic patrols of the campus and outlying property in order to protect life and property. Responds to calls promptly while on foot, or in a motor vehicle. Exercise judgment in interpreting laws, ordinances, policies and procedures. Promotes and maintains favorable relations with all University constituents.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Patrol campus grounds by motor vehicle or, on foot to prevent, discover and deter illegal activity, enforce traffic laws and university rules and regulations, check the security of buildings, functioning of outdoor lighting and road conditions, when applicable.
• Remain vigilant at all times and maintain a visible presence.
• Respond to calls for a variety of services including; basic assistance to students, faculty and staff, investigation of alarms, assistance to motorists, building maintenance problems, thefts, and other acts against persons or property.
• Investigate, report, and record traffic violations, accidents and campus crimes, by interviewing witnesses and taking photographs.
• Prepare detailed incident reports for use by the department, university, in court testimony or for insurance claims.
• Escort students to other campus locations after dark or when a threat or risk is perceived, and to residence halls as required when assigned to the Longmeadow campus.
• Schedule and conduct fire drills for residential buildings when assigned to the Longmeadow campus.
• When assigned to E. Longmeadow campus, cover the reception desk at the East Longmeadow campus when the Administrative Support Assistant is not present; respond appropriately to phone calls, inquiries and visitors.
• When assigned to the E. Longmeadow campus, respond to inquiries or allow visitors into the building when needed, secure the East Longmeadow building at closing, including verifying no one is remaining in the building.
• Transfer deposits between the university and banks by personal pick up and delivery to ensure the security of funds.
• Direct traffic at all university functions and special events.
• Administer CPR, first aid and emergency assistance.
• Inspect and maintain departmental equipment to keep in reliable operating condition.
• May be required to provide services at other University locations or for functions not held on University property as needed.
• This position is subject to call-in during emergencies and staffing shortages and may work a rotating shift, holidays, and weekends.
• Attend training as required.
• Complete any other assignments as directed by the supervisor.