Campus Safety Officer

Job Summary

Oberlin College and Conservatory is accepting applications for Campus Safety Officer. This is a full-time (40 hours), continuing, Campus Safety position reporting to the Assistant Director of Campus Safety. This uniformed position is non-sworn and unarmed. The position holds the internal rank of Officer.

Responsibilities

The incumbent will have the general responsibility for life and property protection on the campus of Oberlin College and Conservatory. They will also be expected to provide general and emergency public safety services.

Essential Job Functions

• Conduct patrol (mobile, bicycle, walking, etc.) of the campus and its facilities on an assigned duty or shift.
• Provide safety and security services to specific areas as assigned.
• Perform some traditional law enforcement duties typically assigned to security personnel.
• Respond promptly and professionally to requests from students, faculty, staff, and visitors for emergency and general security/safety services.
• Enforce the rules, regulations, and policies of Oberlin College and Conservatory, applicable local ordinances along with state and federal laws necessary to maintain a peaceful and orderly academic environment.
• Conduct thorough security checks of all assigned College facilities in order to ensure their integrity and the safety of the people and contents.
• Promptly correct and/or report to the appropriate College office all observed safety, security, utility, environmental, and fire hazards.
• As assigned, conduct thorough investigation and inquiry into incidents involving violation of College policy, criminal offenses, or suspicious circumstances; submit comprehensive written reports on all such incidents.
• Secure and open facilities as scheduled.
• Provide periodic inspections of various safety equipment located on campus.
• Stay well-informed of and promote crime prevention and fire safety.
• Greet visitors to the Campus Safety Office, Allen Memorial Art Museum or Conservatory of Music in a welcoming, courteous and friendly manner.
• Coordinate and perform all Campus Safety Office or Museum Security radio and telephone communications functions as necessary or as assigned on shifts.
• Receive, transmit, and coordinate radio and telephone messages to/from Campus Safety personnel and when necessary, Facilities Operations, Conference Services, and other offices on the College Campus, along with local law enforcement and other public safety agencies. Coordinate the Campus Safety Office response to emergencies with the staff of other College offices and with public safety agencies.
• Telephone calls are to be answered in a friendly, courteous, and welcoming manner; evaluating the callers' needs and providing requested assistance/information, or make an appropriate referral to other office staff or other College offices.
• Monitor comprehensive central alarm systems (fire safety, burglary/robbery detection, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, etc.) to determine conditions of system areas. Alert appropriate personnel when alarms sound or visual scans detect problems.
• Maintain appropriate electronic or written log of all activities during assigned duty shift, including radio, telephone, and general support activities.
• Complete various forms associated with reported security and safety discrepancies, work orders to the Facilities Operations Office, lost & found property, and crimes or other incidents
• Make appropriate notifications to other College offices, departments and staff members in the event of emergencies or incidents involving exceptional or unusual circumstances.
• Fulfill requirements of a Campus Security Authority (CSA) as defined by the Jeanne Clery Act concerning reporting crimes to law enforcement authorities.
• Perform all related safety and security services or emergency/general duties as requested by the Director, Assistant Director, Supervisor or any other senior officer.
  
  

Marginal Job Functions

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Must be at least 19 years of age with a valid Ohio Driver's license and driving record which passes College insurability standards; must be able and willing to work flexible hours, and overtime coverage for extracurricular campus events which may include weekends and holidays; excellent oral and written communication skills (a writing sample will be required during the interview process); experience demonstrating the ability to interact in a sensitive, courteous and understanding way with members of a diverse residential and academic community, including students, faculty, staff, and the general public; experience demonstrating the ability to handle several projects simultaneously and to maintain composure in emergency situations; experience must demonstrate ability to work in a team setting to provide a safe and secure environment; and favorable references.

Any offer made is contingent upon a pre-employment physical, drug test and completion of a satisfactory comprehensive background.

Desired Qualifications

Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement or related field. Consideration will be given for related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Quick Link for Posting https://jobs.oberlin.edu/postings/16144 Compensation

This is a union position and will be paid at an hourly rate set forth by the existing contract and currently pays the base rate of$24.38 per hour.

Total Compensation Includes a Generous Benefits Package.

Special Instructions to Applicants

You will need to attach the following documents to your application for employment: cover letter, resumeand a list of three professional references with current contact information.

A review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a candidate is determined.