What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Officer, 1st Shift position at Messiah University?

Position Summary

This is a 1st Shift Position. The employee works four ten hour shifts per week, with the standard hours of 6am – 4pm. The employee is scheduled to work every-other weekend (Fri-Mon). Position responsibilities include security patrols of campus (by vehicle and on foot), responding to medical and emergency calls for service, opening of administrative and academic buildings, providing safe-ride services, enforcing of all University student and employee conduct policies, conducting criminal investigations, community engagement with faculty, staff and students, and engaging with all community members in a Christ-like manner. Education Required High school diploma or equivalent

Education Preferred Associate or Bachelor’s degree Experience Required One year of employment in the safety and security services field or emergency services industry. Prior experience working in a higher education setting.

Experience Preferred

2 years of law enforcement / security experience
2 years of emergency services experience
First Aid / CPR / AED and Stop the Bleed Certifications
1 year in a customer-service related field
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel

Skills, Characteristics Required for Position

Ability and willingness to serve with Christ-like compassion and humility

Exemplary interpersonal and human relations skills

Ability to demonstrate respect for others, and build trust and rapport with co-workers and students including those from diverse cultural backgrounds

Experience and desire to interface with traditional aged college students

Ability to manage conflict, to effect conflict resolution and to work cooperatively with the campus community

Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks

Demonstrates commitment to the job, strong work ethic and integrity

Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality

Ability to learn and use Department software products

Ability to become First Aid / CPR / AED / Stop the Bleed trained within the first 90 days of employment

Valid driver’s license

Special Working Conditions Must have the ability to mentally and physically perform essential job functions which require walking, prolonged standing, pushing, pulling, stooping, lifting (40lbs), dragging 150lbs 10 feet or more and endure various weather conditions. Willingness to work different shifts, work weekends and holidays, some mandatory overtime required for special events; submit to Hepatitis B immunization or provide documentation of such. This position is essential; employees providing essential services must report to work as scheduled by their supervisor in the event of an emergency closing or delay, regardless of weather conditions. Driving Requirements This position requires the operation of a Messiah University owned or leased vehicle and the employee must possess and maintain a current driver’s license, meet the established criteria, and abide by all policies and procedures as presented in the University’s Fleet Vehicle Use Policy. Essential Employee Essential - Emergency Only Primary Duties

Patrol campus via vehicle, bike, or on foot

Provide physical security services for University facilities

Act as a resource to students, employees, and campus visitors

Responsible for maintaining up-to-date knowledge of all parking and permit regulations outlined in the University traffic code, and enforce as necessary

Conduct active traffic management to ensure compliance with PA vehicle code

Respond to, investigate, and accurately document crimes reported to the department that occur in or on campus property

Direct traffic during large campus events

Respond to and assume operational control of incidents (campus emergencies) to ensure safety of individuals and property. Be first responder for medical calls

Conduct safety escorts for campus community members

Act as liaison with outside law enforcement and other community organizations

Conduct safety & security awareness trainings to University students and employees

Maintain consistent and reliable attendance

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