Public Safety Officer (Lancaster)

Summary

Public Safety Officer (Lancaster)Public Safety Officers are responsible for proper patrol of areas or posts, as assigned. Such personnel must conduct themselves in a professional manner and display courtesy to all individuals with whom they have contact. Emphasis must be placed on positive communication and interaction with students, employees and visitors. Public Safety Officers must wear official uniforms which are issued by the Office of Public Safety & Security (OPSS) at Saint Joseph's University (SJU). This is a part-time position that will be scheduled up to 25 hours/week.Public Safety Officers are assigned to a specific shift; they must patrol a certain area of assignment, including but not limited to a patrol area, roving patrol (vehicle), parking lot, foot beat, fixed post, residence hall, Public Safety Headquarters, or other assignments, as directed by a Public Safety management.Enforce rules and regulations, as mandated by SJU, and in accordance with federal, state and local guidelines; conducting patrols, security checks, traffic enforcement, property accountability, security escorts, and building safety and access control.Responsible for opening/closing and securing buildings and classrooms, as directed; respond to calls for service, including but not limited to disturbances, loud music, alcohol violations, sick assists, burglar/fire alarms.Conduct initial investigations and complete Incident Reports, as directed by a Public Safety Shift Supervisor; preparing handwritten forms neatly, accurately and completely, including but not limited to patrol logs, guest logs, key control logs and patrol cards; assist with on-the-job training of other personnel.Maintain positive communication and professional conduct when responding to incidents and interacting with students, employees and visitors; honesty, integrity and service are important characteristics of a Public Safety Officer.Obey the rules and regulations of the University and the OPSS; maintain, account for and properly care for all property, equipment and uniforms issued during employment; be consistently dependable with attendance.Familiar with the basic principles of public safety and security, based on experience in law enforcement, military, security, or related field.Takes initiative to solve problems within their discretion to do soUses sound judgement and shows patience and courtesy to all regardless of circumstancesClear, concise and timely communication is critical component of this positionPublic Safety Officers are required to be aware of all situations affecting their area of assignment and communicate information as necessaryEffective communications in the English language with all levels of employees and with students from a variety of culture backgroundsMust have the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilitiesHigh School DiplomaA minimum of three years of experience in law enforcement, military, security or related fieldPennsylvania Act 235 CertificationValid driver's licenseAbility to operate a motor vehicleMust have the ability to be professional and courteous when interacting with students, employees, visitors and the publicAbove-satisfactory oral and written communication skills; ability to write neat, accurate and complete incident reportsMust be proficient in writing and speaking in the English languageUnderstanding of and commitment to the mission of Saint Joseph's UniversityCapable of walking up and down steps both inside and outside of buildingsWillingness and ability to walk outdoors in your assigned area in all types of weather conditionsMust be able to walk, sit, drive and stand for extended periods of timeSome lifting up to 25-30 poundsPublic Safety Officers are assigned to one of three specific shifts

Job Description

Public Safety Officer (Lancaster)Public Safety Officers are responsible for proper patrol of areas or posts, as assigned. Such personnel must conduct themselves in a professional manner and display courtesy to all individuals with whom they have contact. Emphasis must be placed on positive communication and interaction with students, employees and visitors. Public Safety Officers must wear official uniforms which are issued by the Office of Public Safety & Security (OPSS) at Saint Joseph's University (SJU). This is a part-time position that will be scheduled up to 25 hours/week.Public Safety Officers are assigned to a specific shift; they must patrol a certain area of assignment, including but not limited to a patrol area, roving patrol (vehicle), parking lot, foot beat, fixed post, residence hall, Public Safety Headquarters, or other assignments, as directed by a Public Safety management.Enforce rules and regulations, as mandated by SJU, and in accordance with federal, state and local guidelines; conducting patrols, security checks, traffic enforcement, property accountability, security escorts, and building safety and access control.Responsible for opening/closing and securing buildings and classrooms, as directed; respond to calls for service, including but not limited to disturbances, loud music, alcohol violations, sick assists, burglar/fire alarms.Conduct initial investigations and complete Incident Reports, as directed by a Public Safety Shift Supervisor; preparing handwritten forms neatly, accurately and completely, including but not limited to patrol logs, guest logs, key control logs and patrol cards; assist with on-the-job training of other personnel.Maintain positive communication and professional conduct when responding to incidents and interacting with students, employees and visitors; honesty, integrity and service are important characteristics of a Public Safety Officer.Obey the rules and regulations of the University and the OPSS; maintain, account for and properly care for all property, equipment and uniforms issued during employment; be consistently dependable with attendance.Familiar with the basic principles of public safety and security, based on experience in law enforcement, military, security, or related field.Takes initiative to solve problems within their discretion to do soUses sound judgement and shows patience and courtesy to all regardless of circumstancesClear, concise and timely communication is critical component of this positionPublic Safety Officers are required to be aware of all situations affecting their area of assignment and communicate information as necessaryEffective communications in the English language with all levels of employees and with students from a variety of culture backgroundsMust have the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilitiesHigh School DiplomaA minimum of three years of experience in law enforcement, military, security or related fieldPennsylvania Act 235 CertificationValid driver's licenseAbility to operate a motor vehicleMust have the ability to be professional and courteous when interacting with students, employees, visitors and the publicAbove-satisfactory oral and written communication skills; ability to write neat, accurate and complete incident reportsMust be proficient in writing and speaking in the English languageUnderstanding of and commitment to the mission of Saint Joseph's UniversityCapable of walking up and down steps both inside and outside of buildingsWillingness and ability to walk outdoors in your assigned area in all types of weather conditionsMust be able to walk, sit, drive and stand for extended periods of timeSome lifting up to 25-30 poundsPublic Safety Officers are assigned to one of three specific shifts