Security Officer

Our ideal candidate possesses a strong desire to serve the community, has earned an associate degree or higher, or has prior experience as a security officer, preferably in a campus setting, and is serious about taking advantage of our outstanding educational benefits (see below)
• The candidate is required to possess or obtain the Pennsylvania Act 235 training and certification
• The position demands excellent organizational skills as well as superior interpersonal skills, and an ability and desire to work closely with all constituencies of the College including students, staff and faculty, in addition to the general public
• Must submit to a background check, and upon conditional appointment, pass a medical examination, drug screen and psychological examination

Responsibilities
The Security Officer is charged with the security of life, limb, property, and equipment within the institution, the enforcement of all institution rules and regulations, and assisting Campus Police Officers in the enforcement of laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Federal Regulations
• Perform routine patrols of the campus by vehicle and on foot. This includes patrols assigned by the Public Safety Command Staff which are listed on our "Directed Patrol" list and posted at headquarters.
• Provide for the necessary reporting of criminal activity
• Document any pertinent interactions and prepare reports in the dept's record management system
• Provide for the security of all campus buildings and property by assisting in the locking of buildings and reporting any circumstances that present a danger to college students, employees, or property
• Direct traffic on College property for related events and emergencies
• Provide a variety of services including but not limited to: medical transports, motorist assists, money escorts, lock/unlock requests, responds to fire safety device activations
• Check for and report all suspicious activity, equipment malfunction, and other irregularities
• Assist with providing security at special events
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Director, Chief, Lieutenant, Sergeant, or O.I.C
• Requires the ability to work multiple shifts and overtime as deemed necessary to provide coverage for all shifts and special events supervised by the Chief of Police or designee

Benefits
• Medical and Retirement
• Tuition program benefit which includes undergraduate courses for an employee and spouse.
• Tuition program benefit for employee's qualified dependent children, for undergraduate education, once employee reaches required years of service.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED and valid driver's license. Experience/training in security/safety or law enforcement preferred. Act 235 Lethal Weapons Training or the ability to be certified and community policing and training in de-escalation a plus.

Please provide cover letter, resume and contact information for three references.


Lafayette College is committed to creating a diverse community, one that is inclusive and responsive, and is supportive of each and all of its faculty, students, and staff. All members of the College community share a responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning environment in which difference is valued, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced. All Lafayette operations reflect the College's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Access, and Inclusion (DEAI) initiatives, and Lafayette welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.