What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Safety Officer - Tampa LW8877 position at Stetson University?

P rimary Purpose : Provide security services in a campus environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Safety & Security

Patrol campus by foot, motor vehicle, and cart, providing visibility and maintaining constant, mobile random and unsystematic surveillance of campus

Provide facility security, including promoting overall safety awareness throughout campus

Responsible for all security functions of the shift

Provide parking lot escort services as requested

Perform daily locking and unlocking of campus buildings

Handle lock-outs and access issues as needed during shift, including providing appropriate assistance as needed in an expedient and professional fashion

Know the location and operation of fire alarms and equipment, first aid kits, AED devices, and other safety equipment

Serve as first responder in emergency situations

Be alert for persons engaging in prohibited behavior on campus

Observe and report safety hazards and maintenance issues

Provide traffic control and parking lot supervision / citations

Report to supervisor any violation of law or College policies

Additional Responsibilities

Special event details

Assist in training of new officers as assigned

Read daily pass-on boards, emails, and schedules for shift preparation

Perform monthly inspections of AEDs, fire extinguishers, emergency locks / shades, lighting, & emergency exit signs

Administrative Responsibilities

Suite guest check-ins and escorts

Fleet vehicle check-ins / check- outs

Report and log lost and found items on campus

Complete incident reports and maintain logs and records

Provide office and clerical support, if assigned

Maintain personal and departmental equipment / uniforms

Assist Chief of Public Safety in any function as required

All other duties as assigned

Maintains a collaborative work environment and works well with others.

Perform duties in professional manner at all times.

Required Skills

Ability to effectively meet and deal with the public

Ability to pass standard law enforcement background / security check; must be in good physical condition.

Good judgment, tact, diplomacy, honesty, and interpersonal skills required .

Ability to remain alert over long periods and engage in active patrol throughout shift.

Ability to observe situations objectively, recall and report information accurately, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to remain calm in stressful situations, exercising good restraint even in difficult interactions with others. Ability to work as a positive team player, and to express one’s self clearly and concisely.

Must be flexible to work any shift and have regular and reliable attendance.

Physical ability to immediately respond in crisis or emergency anywhere on campus or in surrounding areas of College -owned property.

Serves on College of Law emergency ride out team and / or may be required to maintain on call emergency response status in the event of emergency activities affecting College of Law.

Work to build an environment that promotes and facilitates the success of Diversity and Inclusive Excellence.

Required Experience

High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent certificate of competency; supplemented by one year of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Must possess a “Class D” security license with the State of Florida, or be willing to pursue and secure such certification (State of Florida Chapter 493)

Familiarity in MS Office (Word, Outlook) and the ability to learn security-based technology.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record as determined by the University’s auto insurance carrier.