Campus Safety Officer
- Employer
- Randolph-Macon College
- Location
- Virginia, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Mar 9, 2023
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Safety & Security
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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- Randolph-Macon College is seeking a Campus Safety Officer to
join our Campus Safety team. This position serves and protects the
community and property of the college, responds to and documents
reports of incidents and requests for service. The officer is
responsible for promoting positive community relations in the
performance of his or her job duties. The successful candidate will
possess physical fitness as this position requires extensive
walking, stair climbing and other physical activities that may
include but not be limited to, lifting, bending, kneeling, jogging.
Officers patrol the campus on foot, bicycle and vehicle. Officers
will assist in the preparation of set-ups for athletic and other
special events. Officers are required to support the academic
environment by maintaining a peaceful and orderly community.
Officers provide excellent customer services to students, faculty,
staff, and guests of the college.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: promoting positive community relations in the performance of his or her job duties; patrolling the campus on foot, bicycle, or vehicle, while responding to incidents and conducting security checks of building and property; and working at the dispatch communication desk on a rotating schedule while on duty answering the college switchboard, operating and monitoring all college security/notification systems.
TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: High school graduate, or GED equivalent. Possess a valid Virginia driver’s license and able to undergo satisfactory criminal background and DMV investigation. Certified CPR and First Aid provider. Previous experience in working in a collegiate environment preferred. Possess basic computer aptitude, and event planning experience in a similar environment. Individual must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Training in mediation, verbal de-escalation, and diversity.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The duties of the position involve physical risk when officer comes in contact with possible armed, belligerent trespassers and injured persons emitting body fluids. Position is considered essential, requiring an employee to report during inclement weather. Physically fit to protect self and to protect and service the community. Work hours are scheduled on a rotation basis. This position often requires an employee to be involved in stressful and sensitive situations.
DAY SHIFT SCHEDULE:
Shifts are based on a two-week repeating cycle with scheduled workdays as follows:
Week 1 = Wed. and Thurs. 8AM – 8PM
Week 2 = Mon., Tues., Fri., Sat., Sun. 8AM – 8PM
Successful candidates must be flexible and willing to work extra shifts and special events as needed. The Campus Safety Officer is regarded as essential personnel and attendance is expected during inclement weather and other emergency conditions.
Founded in 1830, Randolph-Macon has over 1540 students and is located in Ashland, VA, a residential community 15 miles north of Richmond and 90 miles south of Washington D.C. Randolph-Macon College, an equal opportunity employer, believes that students learn best in a diverse, inclusive community and is therefore committed to academic excellence through diversity in its faculty, staff, and students. We welcome applications from members of underrepresented populations.
To apply: Please complete an online application at https://bit.ly/rmc1522 to include uploading a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references addressed to: Sharon Jackson, Director of Human Resources. Screening of applications will begin immediately.
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