Messiah University · 11 hours ago
Safety Officer, 2nd Shift, Noon - 10 pm
Mechanicsburg, PA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expMessiah University is seeking a Safety Officer to provide security and protective services on campus. This role involves maintaining a safe environment for students and staff, responding to incidents, and enforcing regulations.
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Responsibilities
Provide security and protective services oversight to campus 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; 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/on campus property
Maintain security patrol via foot, bike, and vehicle of campus grounds and satellite properties
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
Maintain consistent and reliable attendance
Testify at PA Court of Common pleas, District Justice, and campus judiciary/administrative hearings
Perform dispatch services when necessary
Conduct and assist in the execution of fire drills
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
Intermediate computer skills – ability to learn campus software and Microsoft Office within first 30 days of employment
First Aid/CPR/AED – must be certified within first 6 months of employment. Training provided by Messiah University
Handcuffing/OC Spray Certification – must be certified in first year of employment. Training provided by Messiah University
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 university students
Service orientation
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
Must have the ability to mentally and physically perform essential job functions which require walking, prolonged standing, pushing, pulling, stooping, lifting (40lbs) 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 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
Preferred
Associate or Bachelor's degree
2 years of security, safety, or human services employment
Prior experience working in a higher education setting
Company
Messiah University
Messiah University is a is a private interdenominational evangelical Christian university and that integrates rigorous academics.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kyle Wilcox
Office Assistant in Advancement and Partnership
Lori Zimmerman
Executive Coordinator and Project Manager for Advancement and University Partnerships
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