Public Safety Officer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Public Safety Officer

Department: Public Safety

Reports To: Reports To: Co-Directors of Public Safety, the Public Safety Captain and the Public Safety Sergeant

Work Hours: 40 hours

Status: Full-time; 12-Month Staff

FSLA Classification: Non-Exempt

Creation/Revision Date: December 2021

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MISSION

Rosemont College is a community of lifelong learners dedicated to academic excellence and fostering joy in the pursuit of knowledge. Rosemont College seeks to develop in all members of the community open and critical minds, the ability to make reasoned moral decisions, and a sense of responsibility to serve others in our global society.

Rooted in Catholicism, Rosemont welcomes all faiths and is guided by the principles of Cornelia Connelly and the Society of the Holy Child Jesus to meet the needs of the time.

Rosemont College values: Trust in and reverence for the dignity of each person; Diversity with a commitment to building an international community; Persistence and courage in promoting justice with compassion; Care for the Earth as our common home.

SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE*

• Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment within the College's buildings and grounds.
• Assists in developing and recommending for approval policies, plans, programs, and procedures designed to enhance security within the college community
• Checks and reads daily the Public Safety Bulletin and makes themselves aware of any special events or circumstances that are occurring within their area.
• Secures all buildings and windows.
• Admits authorized personnel only into buildings after they have been secured.
• Works special details as required.
• Assists and directs students, staff and visitors; furnishes information and instructions in an accurate, courteous manner.
• Provides assistance to individuals who are sick or injured.
• Prepares oral and written reports documenting all incidents and security breaches encountered.
• Accurate completion of all departmental forms and reports.
• Enforces parking policies and procedures.
• Other Duties as assigned.

* PLEASE NOTE: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibility that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibility and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidate must possess a High School Diploma.
• Act 120 or 235 certification desirable.
• First Aid, CPR and AED certification desirable.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be able to multi-task.
• Must maintain a pleasant and professional manner.
• Must display a good representation of the College.
• Knowledge of security and law enforcement principles and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in a College environment.
• Two-way radio and computer knowledge is helpful.
• The Public Safety Officer is an hourly rate position.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, TRAINING, QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Higher Education experience Preferred
• 1-3 years of related experience
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent written communication skills
• Demonstrated supervisory and team-building skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to complete projects with minimal supervision
• Ability to work independently and on a team
• Ability to work within strict deadlines
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work extended hours as needed
• Detail oriented and organized
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to work weekends as needed
• Must display a good representation of the College
• Proficient with Microsoft® Office Products (especially Word and Excel)
• Proficiency with Internet to use as resource, research and work tool
• Good interpersonal skills – ability to work well with Faculty, Students and Staff
• Excellent oral communication skills (i.e., ability to deal effectively with others; speak professionally on the phone, etc.)

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Rosemont College is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. It is our intent that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.