Public Safety Officer - PART TIME

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Campus Public Safety Officer

Department: Public Safety

Reports To: Director of Public Safety, the Assistant Director of Public Safety, the Public Safety Sergeants, and the Public Safety Corporals

Work Hours: 20 hours

Status: Part-time; 12-Month Staff

FSLA Classification: Non-Exempt

Creation/Revision Date: January 2026

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.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Campus Public Safety Officers at Rosemont College serve as visible stewards of safety, care, and community well-being, supporting the College's Cornelian mission by fostering a campus environment grounded in dignity, respect, hospitality, and service to others.

SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE*

Campus Safety & Presence

• Maintains a safe, secure, and welcoming campus environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors through regular foot patrols and occasional vehicle patrols, including navigating stairs, pathways, and campus terrain.
• Provides a consistent, approachable, and supportive presence that contributes to students' sense of safety, belonging, and trust.
• Demonstrates professionalism, ethical conduct, and continuous learning aligned with the College's values and standards.

Incident Response & Support

• Responds promptly and professionally to all safety and security concerns, service requests, and dispatched calls to support an orderly and respectful campus environment.
• Assesses and responds to incidents using sound judgment, calm demeanor, and appropriate discretion, including:
  • Observing, identifying, and appropriately engaging individuals involved in incidents;
  • Coordinating with local law enforcement, fire, and EMS when necessary;
  • Responding to emergencies such as medical incidents, fire alarms, and hazardous situations;
  • Determining when outside assistance is required and initiating appropriate notifications.
• Aids individuals who are sick, injured, or in distress until appropriate assistance arrives.
• Documents incidents accurately and thoroughly through written reports, including all incidents, accidents, and security breaches, ensuring clarity, accountability, and continuity of care.

Community Engagement & Service

• Assists and directs students, faculty, staff, and visitors by providing information and instructions in a clear, courteous, and respectful manner.
• Promotes a positive image of Rosemont College by offering hospitable and professional assistance, including providing directions, campus information, and reasonable aid within the Officer's scope.
• Engages with students, faculty, and staff during patrols to promote awareness of safety practices, risk prevention, and campus resources.

Facilities, Equipment & Systems

• Provides building security services, including locking and unlocking facilities in accordance with College procedures.
• Operates and monitors communications systems including radios, Direct Connect devices, and other approved equipment.
• Conducts routine testing and inspections of safety systems and equipment.
• Works collaboratively with Facilities, alarm vendors, and external technicians to support campus safety infrastructure.

Traffic, Events & Campus Operations

• Enforces campus parking and traffic policies and procedures in accordance with Rosemont College regulations and applicable state laws.
• Supports safe campus traffic and parking operations and provides crowd management and safety support for events and special activities.

Communication & Continuity

• Maintains daily activity logs and accurately completes all departmental forms and reports.
• Prepares clear, timely, and factual written documentation for all incidents, accidents, security concerns, and policy violations.
• Ensures effective shift-to-shift communication by briefing incoming officers on relevant information.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration & Coordination

• Works collaboratively with campus partners to support a holistic, proactive, and student-centered approach to safety, care, and community well-being.
• Coordinates as appropriate with departments including, but not limited to:
  • Student Affairs and Residence Life (student welfare, behavioral concerns, housing safety);
  • Academic Affairs and faculty (classroom safety, academic events, student support);
  • Alumni Relations and Advancement (events, visitors, campus hospitality);
  • Campus Ministry (pastoral care, crisis response, and community support);
  • Facilities and Environmental Services (infrastructure, hazards, and emergency response);
  • Athletics and Recreation (event safety, crowd management, and participant welfare).
• Participates in cross-functional planning, incident response, and post-incident reviews to continuously improve campus safety practices and coordination.

Other Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned in support of the safety, well-being, and mission of Rosemont College.

* 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

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Clean, valid driver's license and ability to operate College vehicles in accordance with policy.
• Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and respectfully - both verbally and in writing - in a higher education environment.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm, thoughtful, and effective in stressful or emotionally sensitive situations.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and exercise sound judgment in a dynamic campus setting.
• Commitment to representing the College with professionalism, integrity, courtesy, and respect at all times.
• Ability to engage students, faculty, staff, and visitors in a manner reflecting care, approachability, and service.
• Basic proficiency with computers and the ability to learn and use College systems, including incident reporting platforms and communication tools.

Preferred / Desirable Qualifications

• Act 235 (Lethal Weapons Training) or Act 120 certification.
• Emergency Responder, EMT, or Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification (will be required to complete a minimum of First Aid, CPR, AED within first 30 days).
• Prior experience in campus safety, public safety, law enforcement, security, emergency services, student affairs, or a related field.
• Familiarity with principles of campus-oriented public safety, trauma-informed response, or student-centered service models.
• Experience working in a higher education, residential, or student-focused environment.
• Experience using two-way radios, dispatch systems, or similar communications technology.

Additional Qualities We Value

• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, particularly when working with young adults and individuals in distress.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds, identities, and needs of the campus community.
• Reliability, discretion, and respect for confidentiality.
• A genuine interest in contributing to a mission-driven educational community.

Additional Qualities We Value

• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, particularly when working with young adults and individuals in distress.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds, identities, and needs of the campus community.
• Reliability, discretion, and respect for confidentiality.
• A genuine interest in contributing to a mission-driven educational community.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated emotional intelligence, particularly when working with young adults, individuals in distress, or those experiencing crisis, conflict, or transition.
• Ability to listen actively, communicate clearly and respectfully, and de-escalate tense or emotionally charged situations when appropriate.
• Cultural humility and sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and lived experiences of the campus community.
• Ability to engage individuals with professionalism, patience, fairness, and compassion, even in challenging or high-stress circumstances.
• Sound judgment, reliability, and the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality in accordance with College policies and ethical standards.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with students, faculty, staff, and visitors through approachability, consistency, and integrity.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and roles in support of campus safety, student well-being, and institutional priorities.
• Strong observational and situational awareness skills to identify safety concerns, behavioral risks, or emerging issues early.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective in emergencies, time-sensitive situations, or emotionally complex scenarios.
• Openness to feedback, learning, and ongoing professional development.
• A demonstrated interest in contributing to a mission-driven educational community grounded in service, care for the whole person, and respect for human dignity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment

• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor settings and in all weather conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, rain, and varying temperature extremes.
• The position may involve exposure to noise, fumes, dust, chemicals, and other environmental conditions typical of campus operations and emergency response.
• The role includes exposure to occupational hazards such as moving vehicles, mechanical equipment, electrical systems, elevated work areas, and emergency response environments.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to perform the essential physical functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation, including:

• Regular walking and standing for extended periods, including patrolling the campus and moving between buildings and locations.
• Frequent climbing of stairs and navigating ramps, uneven surfaces, and varied terrain.
• Occasional climbing of ladders, bending, crouching, kneeling, stooping, crawling, pushing, and pulling as required by situational needs.
• Frequent reaching, grasping, handling, lifting, and manipulating objects, equipment, and safety devices.
• Ability to maintain balance and physical stability while walking, standing, or responding to dynamic situations.
• Ability to sit for extended periods when assigned to desk or monitoring duties.

Sensory & Communication Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively in person and via radio and telephone, including the ability to speak clearly and hear instructions, alarms, and emergency communications.
• Visual ability sufficient to read computer screens, written materials, and signage; observe surroundings; and assess distances and spatial relationships.

Equipment & Technology Use

• Regular use of two-way radios, telephones, computers, and standard office equipment.
• Operation of College vehicles such as cars and vans in accordance with College policy and safety standards.
• Occasional use of carts, hand trucks, and other light material-handling equipment.

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.