Campus Safety Officer

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive,
Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal
arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.

At Mount Saint Vincent, a student’s
education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent
de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation
of our obligations to each other.

Job Description

The position of Officer for the Campus Safety department
works under the direction and supervision of the Director and Assistant Director for Campus Safety. All officers on shift will directly
report to the Lead Supervisor or Supervisor assigned to the shift. As an essential employee of UMSV, you must remain or
report for work during partial or full-day closings of the site due to hazardous or other emergency conditions as well as inclement weather.

Generally, Campus Safety Officer position is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure campus environment by patrolling the
grounds, monitoring surveillance systems, and responding to emergencies. Officers enforce UMSV policies and local laws, control access to
facilities, and assist students and staff with safety/security concerns. Additionally, they handle incident reporting and provide support
during emergencies such as medical situations, fires, or security threats. Their role is essential in ensuring the safety of the UMSV
community and protecting campus property.

Shift – 11pm –
7am

Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular patrols of university buildings and grounds.
• Monitor
  dormitory access to ensure only authorized individuals are allowed for entry.
• Inspect doors, windows, and gates to ensure they are
  securely locked.
• Issue warnings to individuals violating rules, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying prohibited items, and remove
  those engaging in suspicious or criminal activity.
• Examine equipment and machinery for signs of tampering or misuse.
• Stay
  alert for irregularities like fire hazards, leaking pipes, or unsecured doors, and provide written reports on such
  incidents.
• Monitor departing personnel to prevent theft of university property.
• Activate alarms or contact the police/fire
  department in case of fire or unauthorized individuals.
• Record incidents of property damage, unusual occurrences, and equipment
  malfunctions for supervisory review.
• Manage the flow of vehicle and pedestrian traffic at entrances and other critical
  points.
• Provide security for major events, such as Commencement ceremonies and Homecoming.
• Enforce campus parking
  regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
  required.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License preferred.
• One to three years of related experience and/or training.
• Experience
  working in non-profit organizations, ideally within institutions of higher education.
• Strong interpersonal, judgment, and analytical
  skills.
• New York State Certified Security Guard
• New York Fire Department Certified Fire Guard (F-04)
• Willingness to
  work overtime, weekends, holidays, and be on call for emergencies as needed.
• Able to operate with a high level of independence,
  accountability, and decision-making authority.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Physical
Requirements

• Includes moderate physical exertion. The employee will be on their feet for a majority if not for their entire
  shift including extensive walking and standing. Position requires mobility, occasionally climbs, crawls, stoops or otherwise works in an
  awkward position. Lifting or moving heavy parcels, machines and equipment up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis. Manual dexterity and
  coordination are required over 50% of the work period.
• Capable of working outdoors in all weather conditions, sometimes for extended
  durations

Benefits

Allotted hourly rate is $22.06

• Comprehensive health, dental, and
  vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• 100% employer sponsored life insurance,
  AD&D insurance and Long term disability
• Retirement plan with employer matching
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick
  leave, and holidays
• Professional development opportunities via Coursera
• Tuition benefits for employees and their
  dependents
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan

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