Campus Safety Officer

Campus Safety OfficerPosition Title - Campus Safety OfficerLocation - AppletonDepartment - Campus SafetyPosition Type - StaffPosition Description & Qualifications - Reports to: Director of Campus Services/Assistant Director of Campus SafetyLocation: Appleton CampusPosition Type: Full-Time, Hourly (Non-Exempt)Hours of Work: This position will work 9:30pm – 7:30am. Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday OR Monday – Thursday 4:00pm – 2:00amPrimary Objective: Responsible for protecting Lawrence University students, staff, visitors, property, and buildings from fire, theft, vandalism, and other hazardous conditions.Job Responsibilities:Perform walking and motorized patrol of university property, being of service, and giving assistance when requested.Safety of students, faculty, and staffChecking and locking/unlocking doors on campus at predesignated timesStudent access to buildings after hoursSafety/security related matters including lock problems, burned out lights, storm damage, maintenance problems, etc.Vandalism on campusBreaking and entering into any university propertyRelayed emergency calls to proper person and/or agenciesParking violations and enforcementComplaints (noise, suspicious activities/persons, theft/loss, etc.)Escorts to students, faculty, and staff via walking or vehicleEntering Work Orders into databaseMonthly Fire System TestingMonthly Fire Extinguisher InspectionsMinor MaintenanceWriting reports: Daily logs, incident reports, Fire Alarm reports, Theft/loss report, Alarm report, Work Orders, Campus lighting, Safety Issues, Other duties as assigned.Working Relationships: Daily direction will be provided by the Security Night Shift Supervisor and/or Director of Security. Interact with students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Work in conjunction with the RHD On Duty, Assistant Dean of Students, and the Dean of Students when applicable. Interact with the Facility Services staff to help resolve mechanical problems on campus. Interact with the Safety Coordinator to assist with monthly fire system testing and monthly fire extinguisher inspections.Equipment Used:TelephoneMobile communication equipmentSecurity vehicle (truck)Computer/Laptop/PDAAutomatic DefibrillatorGeneral tools; Wrench, screwdriver, hammer, pliers, and etc.Required Qualifications:Must have minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.Must be willing to work weekends, in all types of weather, and holidays.Must be able to walk up to 9 hours of a 10-hour shift.Must be able to ascend/descend stairs up to 3 hours of a 10-hour shift.Must be able to move quickly across campus by either walking quickly or running.Must be able to lift 40 lbs.Working knowledge of Microsoft software including Word and Excel.Sensitivity for confidentiality of materials/information processed.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Preferred Skills and Experience:Investigative skillsCrisis Management skills or working knowledge.Knowledge of ReportExec incident reporting software or similar applications.Working knowledge of door access software.Good judgment with the ability to make sound decisions.CPR/First Aid/Defibrillator certification or ability to become certified within one year of employment.Previous experience in loss prevention, criminal justice, or security is preferred.Employment Requirements:Must have successful completion of criminal and MVR background check, meet University Authorized Driver Policy requirements, pre-employment physical, and favorable completion of reference checks.Must have valid driver's license and must complete campus safe driving training session before driving any campus vehicles.Will wear a university supplied uniform.Available to work overtime when needed (i.e., providing security for special programs, athletic events, and in case of disaster).Must be willing to attend organizational meetings as required.We encourage applications from individuals who will help us create a more inclusive Lawrence by: (1) further diversifying the staff; and/or (2) demonstrating experience with successful diversity-related safety initiatives.Posting Detail Information:Posting Number - S654PNumber of Vacancies - 1Best Consideration DateClose DateOpen Until FilledSpecial Instructions SummaryAnticipated Number of Hours per Week - 40Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?Public Job PostingInternal Job PostingAgency ReferralAdvertisement/PublicationPersonal ReferralWebsiteOtherIf other, please specifyRequired Documents:ResumeOptional Documents:Cover Letter