Public Safety Officer Campus and Student Housing

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full Time **
CLASSIFICATION:** ESP, Pay Band S **
HOURLY WAGE:** $18.00 per hour **
FLSA STATUS:** Hourly/Non-Exempt **
HOURS:** 40 hours per week, evening and weekend shift schedule will be required as determined by the college **
APPLICATION DEADLINE:** Open until filled **
APPLY ONLINE AT:** Apply online through the "Apply" link listed below **
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GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE AVAILABLE (per current contractual agreement):

• Up to twenty-six (26) paid time off days annually (prorated based on hire date).
• Up to fourteen (14) paid holidays/days closed throughout the year (includes time off from December 24 through New Year’s Day) depending on hire date.
• Health insurance benefits: Multiple medical health plan options upon date of hire. Employer-paid dental, life, and long-term disability insurance upon date of hire. Reimbursement payments for individuals declining medical and/or dental insurance coverage. Up to $500 annual vision/hearing allowance.
• Participation in MPSERS retirement system (includes employer and employee contribution options).
• Scholarship for employee, spouse, and/or dependent children to attend SC4 credit classes covering full cost of registration fee, tuition, and technology fee (when applicable) per campus guidelines. Additional funds for employment-related education/training each year upon approval.

JOB SUMMARY: Public safety officers assigned to campus and housing perform patrol
functions to maintain safety and order, enforce regulations, and assist students, staff, and
faculty.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Open and close buildings, patrol campus, and observe the conduct of persons to ensure
  campus security and provide assistance as needed.

• Ensure campus housing security protocols are followed while developing a professional
  rapport with residents to recognize residents from visitors and other community
  members.

• Perform foot patrols of all facilities; monitor buildings for unauthorized individuals and/or
  suspicious activities and report any facility safety hazards.

• Contact emergency responders as needed acting within college procedures and training
  until emergency personnel arrive.

• Monitor traffic and enforce college parking regulations on campus.

• Perform checks of safety equipment and report malfunctions as required.

• Provide on campus courier services involving money and/or sensitive documents.

• Answer phones, dispatch, issue keys or building access and assist individuals as needed.

• Complete clerical-related duties as they pertain to the task assigned.

• Maintain a working knowledge of alarm systems.

• Serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.

• Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude and demeanor.

• Complete and maintain CPR/AED certification.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Supervision received from the Campus Safety Manager.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma required; associate degree is preferred
• One to two years of related work experience required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in
  writing.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficient computer skills.

• Self-motivated; quick learner.

• Must possess a valid Michigan driver’s license and good driving record.

• Reliable with good attendance record.

• Possesses good judgment skills; moral character.

Required Skills

Required Experience