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The Muhlenberg College Department of Campus Safety is seeking a full-time police officer to join our team. The successful candidate will be committed to working with all members of our campus community, providing for the safety and security of our campus environment.

Schedule & Benefits: We are pleased to offer this full-time, position with an anticipated schedule of 40 hours per week, with two Night-shift options to choose from: 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM five days per week or 09:00 PM to 07:00 AM four days a week (2,080 hours annualized) with every other weekend off. Muhlenberg offers a highly competitive benefits package, including but not limited to, generous holidays (including 3 days off for Thanksgiving and an extended winter break between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day), vacation (15 days per year to start), sick leave, paid parental leave, tuition programs at the undergraduate and graduate level, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending plans, College-provided short-and long-term disability at no cost to the employee, life insurance, and retirement.

Characteristic Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support Muhlenberg's commitment to a campus experience that ensures students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, respected, valued, and included.
• Patrol campus and all college buildings with attention to life/safety issues including but not limited to: Conditions dangerous to persons; fire or conditions with potential for fire; condition of operating equipment; security of buildings and rooms not currently in use, opening and/or securing same if appropriate; conducting fire drills; conducting and monitoring shelter in place drills; and enforcement of federal, state, and local law/College policies & regulations.
• Provide complete operations reports to the Director of Campus Safety and Campus Police Supervisor.
• Assume responsibility for operations in emergency situations, including but not limited to: Fire; Bomb threat; Catastrophe; and armed intruder; notify the Director of Campus Safety and/or their designee; determine the appropriate immediate response of building/area occupants until the situation is resolved or higher authority provides relief.
• Conduct initial investigation of criminal complaints, perform follow-up investigations when necessary, and document information within the Omnigo Report System as required.
• Prepare criminal cases for civil authorities and/or campus judicial proceedings.
• Assist Student Health and Counseling Services in the handling of emergency concerns.
• Provide traffic control on campus as needed; issue tickets for parking violations.
• Perform various safety inspections as directed.
• Assist the public and campus community in public relations service (i.e., directions, information).
• Provide various services as required by department policy or as required by Treasurer's Office, President's Office, or the Dean of Students.
• Carry, maintain, and safeguard College-owned firearm and issued equipment.
• Assist with, prepare, and offer training, crime prevention, and other educational programs for faculty, staff and students.
• Assist with the smooth operation of shift duties and responsibilities.
• Inspect and maintain as necessary, all equipment related to patrol. Report equipment damage, defects, and maintenance concerns to the appropriate individual when unable to resolve personally.
• Conduct and document daily inspections of patrol vehicles for any damage.
• Report damage and maintenance issues related to patrol vehicle operation.
• Perform various tasks related to Community Policing.
• Work with computer operating systems, including but not limited to systems operating the card access, fire alarms, camera systems, and ID computer.
• Accept, document, and package all property and received evidence in strict accordance with the department's property and evidence policy.
• Dispatch for short and/or extended periods of time based on departmental needs and in accordance with the duties and responsibilities of a part-time dispatcher.
• Routinely review department policies, keep abreast of policy changes housed in PowerDMS.
• Complete and maintain in good standing all training requirements and certifications pertaining to the officer's specific job function(s), including but not limited to firearms, Act 235, ASP baton, pepper foam, handcuffing, Mandatory In Service Training (MIST), Clery, Title IX, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The College & Surrounding Area: Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg College is a private, residential liberal arts college offering baccalaureate and graduate programs. At Muhlenberg, we are committed to a campus community that ensures students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, respected, valued and included. Muhlenberg College is dedicated to shaping creative, compassionate, collaborative leaders through rigorous academic programs in the arts, humanities, business, natural sciences and social sciences; pre-professional programs in law, health and theology; and progressive workforce-focused post-baccalaureate certificates and master's degrees. A diverse city of 125,000 located in Pennsylvania's scenic Lehigh Valley, Allentown is the third-largest city in the state and is located just 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of New York City. The region, also comprising neighboring Bethlehem, Easton and more, is home to a vibrant arts scene, extensive parks and recreational opportunities, and a rich blend of diverse cuisine. Check out Allentown and Life in the Lehigh Valley | Muhlenberg College to learn more.

While no one person may possess all the qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will have many of the following professional experiences and characteristics:

Qualifications & Working Conditions:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field or relevant professional experience in an academic environment in lieu of a degree preferred.
• Act 235 certification with Firearm required; must be maintained throughout employment.
• Act 120 certification preferred; mandatory in-service training
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification required; must be maintained throughout employment.
• Clean criminal background; must be maintained throughout employment.
• Valid PA driver's license with satisfactory driving record (as maintained through Pennsylvania Department of Transportation or any state Department of Motor Vehicles). Must be maintained throughout employment.
• Ability to work hours as necessary based on the needs of the department and campus community, including overtime and various shifts. Initial shift assignment is as posted, with opportunities possible for shift movement when vacancies become available.
• Ability to hear non-amplified sounds/normal speaking voices at a distance of 15 feet required.
• Must be able to see at least 20/70, uncorrected, in the stronger eye, correctable to 20/20; and at least 20/200, uncorrected, in the weaker eye, correctable to at least 20/40; and must be free of any significant visual abnormality. Corrected vision is required if uncorrected vision does not already meet 20/20, 20/40 standard.
• Ability to perform a variety of patrol and physical functions including but not limited to driving in various weather/lighting conditions, ability to walk stairs, ability to stand at stationary posts for extended periods of time, ability to lift 50 pounds of weight, climb steps and walk uneven terrain.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency required, including willingness to learn new systems and functions.
• Satisfactory written and oral communication skills and fluency in the English language (including ability to hear, speak and write in English) required. Ability to speak a second language is a plus.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and conduct oneself in a positive and professional manner while engaging with members of the campus community. A signed confidentiality agreement is required.
• Must be able to work well under pressure and deal effectively with regular interruptions while maintaining patience, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Successful completion of satisfactory reference and background checks, including but not limited to education verification, criminal background, child abuse clearance, and driving record.
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical and drug screening.

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or employer-sponsored immigration support. The selected candidate must be legally authorized toworkin the United States without current or future employer sponsorship and must reside within, or independently relocate to, a reasonable commuting distance of the College before the position's start date.

To apply, upload your complete application package as a single PDF document. A complete application package includes: 1) cover letter; 2) resume; 3) separate diversity statement summarizing professional experiences and capacities that prepare you to contribute to our diversity, equity, and inclusion goals; and 4) names/contact information for three professionalreferences.Applicationreview will continue until the position is filled. To initiate your application, use the APPLY button.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to valuing and enhancing diversity and encourages applications from individuals who can contribute to the diversity of our community. Muhlenberg College does not discriminate against any person based on age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetics, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, in its education programs and activities, including admissions and employment. Muhlenberg College does not discriminate on the basis of sex as required by Title IX.

Muhlenberg College Annual Crime Reporting-As provided by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998, prospective employees of Muhlenberg College are entitled to request and receive a copy of the College Annual Security Report (ASR). The ASR can be accessed athttp://www.muhlenberg.edu/annualsecurityreport. This report includes crime statistics on certain reportable crimes, as well as Muhlenberg College Safety Policies. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus safety and police, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault and other matters. Anyone wishing a paper copy of the ASR may contact the Campus Safety Office at 484-664-3112.