**Safety & Security Officer**

**Job Summary**

This position is entrusted with the assignment of protecting life and property, upholding and enforcing rules and regulations enacted by college administration, and serving the campus community in a manner that enhances the professionalism of our college. **Job Description**

**Minimum Job Requirements:**

* High school diploma or the equivalent.

* Relative work experience in public safety such as police, fire, or military is preferred.

* Ability to work independently on a day-to-day basis and make sound decisions with a minimum of supervision.

* Ability to positively interact with staff, students, visitors, and residents of the college and adapt to changing situations quickly and efficiently.

* Current and valid Iowa Drivers License.

* This position requires a criminal background check and a drug screen.

* Required to pass minimum standards set by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy for range qualifications.

* Employees will be required to pass the minimum standards for firearm certification.

* Ability to possess an Iowa professional firearms permit.

* Continued training and certification with firearms, Taser, defensive tactics and any other training designated by the Director of Safety and Security.

* Become certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED.

* Understanding and compliance with the Indian Hills Community College Weapons Policy.

* Ability to work on an as needed basis which would include nights, weekends and holidays.

* Written communication skills which support the ability to submit accurate documentation and effectively communicate.

* Demonstrate acceptable ability to use relevant equipment including computers, two-way radios, First Aid equipment.

* Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.

* Ability to climb, bend, crawl and lift and/or move (up to 25 pounds).

* Ability to run short distances.

* Capability of using muscular force to defend oneself from physical attack or to come to the aid of others.

* Ability to withstand working in outside weather conditions.

* Ability to operate a patrol vehicle at any time under any weather conditions.

**Work Performed:**

* Perform patrol functions on foot and patrol vehicles.

* Respond to emergency calls and render appropriate service.

* Investigate incidents and crimes with the aptitude to complete clear, concise and accurate incident reports and other documentation.

* Investigate and document violations and alleged violations of IHCC policy.

* Perform traffic enforcement duties including issuing parking citations and providing traffic control.

* Perform other relative duties as directed by the Director of Safety and Security.

* Participate in crime prevention programs and educational training for the IHCC community.

* Investigate reported complaints from students, faculty or staff.

* Unlock campus buildings and facilities on weekends.

* Complete building checks throughout the shift, ensuring overall safety and security of the IHCC community

* Respond to all requests in a capable and competent manner and provide needed assistance to students, staff, and visitors.

* Assist with the collection of student conduct reports, including Clery crime and Title IX reports.

* Understand and follow policies and procedures.

* Understand and adhere to the Safety and Security Department Operation Manual.

* Serve as a positive role model for students of the college.

* Keep an up-to-date, and accurate log of all patrol activities.

* Generate Incident Reports for all crimes, injuries, major incidents or as directed by the Director of Safety and Security.

* Police and monitor all grounds of the IHCC Campuses including building checks.

* Other duties may be assigned.

**Location:**

Ottumwa, IA, Iowa

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