Public Safety Officer - Weekend Shift

Harris-Stowe State University is a historically Black institution (HBCU) in the heart of vibrant mid-town St. Louis, Missouri. Harris-Stowe’s beautiful campus is minutes from the renowned Gateway Arch, St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis Art and History Museums, Forest Park, and other cultural and educational institutions. Harris-Stowe’s diverse faculty and staff provide a wide range of academic programs to one of the St. Louis region's most culturally diverse student bodies.

Job Summary

The Department of Public Safety is in search of a part-time 12-hour weekend shift from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM OR 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM Campus Public Safety Officer.

Essential Functions

• Enforce campus regulations, and federal, state, and city statutes
• Protect the University’s property and persons
• Controlling campus traffic
• Provide security escort service
• Conduct emergency evacuation of the campus, if necessary

Minimum Education and Experience

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED, be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license, and currently must be licensed to carry a firearm through the Watchman’s Division, St. Louis County Private Security Section. An earned Associate's Degree or equivalent earned credit hours from an accredited institution is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Read, understand, and speak English; constantly use speech and hearing (correctable to normal level required) in communicating with public/co-workers, giving and receiving instructions, using phones
• Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting; may require computer skills
• Experience with traffic control preferred
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Follow detailed oral and written instructions
• Excellent human relations skills
• Ability to maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality standards;
• Neat and professional appearance
• Provide quality customer service
• Handle both common and crises at the client site, calmly and efficiently
• May be required to use protective devices such as pepper spray or baton

Cognitive and Physical Requirements

• Ability to effect forceful detainment of combative and violent subjects
• Lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds
• Able to drive a motor vehicle and golf cart
• Able to use visual and hearing acuity
• Able to write, type on a computer, and talk on a phone and walkie-talkie
• Able to effectively give first aid, especially including Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and the use of an Automatic External Defibrillator (certification and training to be provided by the University)

"Please No Phone Calls"

Due to the large number of applications submitted and the high volume of applicant inquiries we receive regarding the status of applications, we are unable to accept phone calls or walk-in inquiries regarding applicant status. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

EOE Statement

Harris-Stowe State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and assigned for this position. This is not an exhaustive list, nor is it limited to all duties and responsibilities associated with the position. HSSU management reserves the right to amend and change the responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.