What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Public Safety Officer - On Call position at Stetson University?
Job Description
Part Time / On-Call Position :
Selected officers will cover a variety of shifts when officers are on vacation, sick, or training as well as provide coverage for University events.
Under the general oversight of the assigned shift Sergeant, the Public Safety Officer performs routine policy enforcement and security work in the protection of people and in the safeguarding of university property. The officer secures assigned property against possible loss or damage and is charged with ensuring the safety of all individuals on campus. Work is reviewed through conferences and reports for compliance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines. Performs other work as requested.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES : These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position) :
- Patrol / make rounds of the assigned area by foot or vehicle; watch for unauthorized persons or activities; report unusual instances to shift Sergeant; call police for assistance if necessary
- Assist with traffic directions and parking for special details
- Provide University information to Stetson faculty, staff, and visitors
- Provide escort to Stetson community members to and from buildings and parking lots as needed
- Maintain lost and found services
- Check for safety, fire, and / or security hazards
- Monitor fire and security alarms
- Lock and unlock facilities as requested by an authorized person(s)
- Prepare reports; issue traffic citations; provide disaster and emergency evaluation and management; relieve dispatcher when necessary
- Perform some minor building maintenance tasks, i.e., unstopping commodes, securing broken windows, turning off water, and resetting 110-volt electric circuit breakers
- Respond to various types of building and equipment alarms, coordinating with the local Fire and Police Departments as they respond
- Work on a rotating shift basis, which includes the ability to work occasional overtime and a 24-hour emergency on-call status
- Perform similar and other position-related work as requested
Required Skills
Required Experience
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record as determined by the University's auto insurance carrier.
Work Environment : Duties require both indoor and outdoor work; direct exposure to prevailing weather, extreme heat, humidity, and extreme cold.
Salary Grade : 2
