Patrol/Communications Officer -Part Time Sat and Sun 7:30a-3:30p

Job Description:
Public Safety Officers perform a variety of tasks that help to ensure the day-to-day safety and security of the Arcadia University
Community. Officers interact with the internal and external community during both non and emergency situations. Officers gather critical
information while coordinating the emergency response, including working with campus partners, law enforcement, emergency services
personnel, etc.

Public Safety Officers provide support to many areas of the University including Student Affairs, Facilities, Health
Services, Academic Affairs and Athletics. Officers interact with students daily through safety escorts, lockouts and regular
patrols.

Public Safety Officers are essential personnel and may be required to work during time of school closures, including weather
emergencies and holiday breaks.

Location: Glenside

Responsibilities:

• The primary
  responsibility of this position is to help ensure the safety and security of the Arcadia University community by conducting high visibility
  patrols of the administrative buildings, residential buildings, and grounds of university property, as assigned.
• Provides security
  presence in university buildings and facilities; Opens/secures University buildings and facilities according to specified schedules;
  prevents and detects and reports violations of university rules and regulations.
• Officers patrol campus buildings and grounds on
  foot, which includes climbing steps, driving a vehicle, and/or a bicycle and performing security checks as needed, gives directions,
  provides escorts and provides first aid.
• Responds to emergency situations including but not limited to security and phone activated
  alarms, fire alarms, evacuations, illnesses, and injuries, in a timely manner.
• Completes detailed written incident reports
  articulating the response and actions taken concerning emergency incidents, incidents that may violate University policies and public safety
  issues.
• Provides security services during special events such as Commencement, Open Houses, University weekend events, sporting
  events, social functions, etc.
• Monitors access into the Residence Halls and administrative buildings, responds to fire and security
  alarms. The monitoring shall include CCTV and Emergency Call Box activation.
• Enforces parking regulations throughout the university
  parking lots. Issues tickets and regulates campus vehicle and pedestrian traffic to enhance safety and expedite traffic flow.
• Acts
  as an information resource to students, visitors, guests, university personnel and incoming callers.
• Assess department equipment
  issued to officers and record distribution.
• Update Information Board and share pertinent information to department
  members.
• Supports the University Switchboard after normal business hours.
• Conducts radio checks with other Officers to
  ensure Officer Safety.
• Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) in accordance with the Jean Clery Campus Safety Act.
• This
  position may have additional responsibilities assigned by the Director of Public Safety.
• Uniforms, which must be worn while on duty,
  are provided by the University. Employees provide their own black footwear.

Qualifications:

• Ability to
  perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to patrol campus buildings and
  grounds on foot, including stairs, driving a vehicle or bike patrol.
• Ability to remain standing/sitting for an extended
  period.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to work evenings, overnight, weekends and holidays and be
  flexible for various shifts and schedules. There are a select number of campus events, occurring on a yearly basis, that all officers are
  required to work.
• In line with Academic calendar, there are select days during the year that time off cannot be granted (i.e.,
  Residence Hall move in day(s), Commencement, etc.)
• Ability to work with all levels of university personnel including students,
  visitors and University personnel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and
  Excel.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants must possess a high school or GED diploma.
• Two years’ work-related
  experience or an equivalent combination of education and military and/or security experience.

Notes:

• Knowledge of dispatch systems, radio communications, fire systems, CCTV, emergency procedures and switchboard communications is a
  plus.
• Bachelor’s degree, Act 120 (Police Academy) or Fire Academy certification or equivalent preferred.
• EMT/First
  Responder certification a plus.

Application Instructions:

• Applications must be submitted online through
  Arcadia’s Human Resources portal to receive full consideration. Please do not email application materials to the hiring manager. Due to the
  volume of applications received, communication will generally be limited to candidates selected for additional consideration.
• Application review will begin immediately. Posting will be removed from the website once we’ve established a sufficient talent pool for
  consideration.

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based,
authentic educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has consistently ranked Arcadia
first in the nation for study abroad, and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the “Best in the Northeast” for 10 consecutive
years. The University’s graduate programs in Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Education, and Public Health are nationally ranked in
their respective categories by U.S. News & World Report, which cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and a top
performer for social mobility. Arcadia is home to a close-knit and welcoming community that supports students throughout their journey.
Arcadia’s quality academic programs, unique approach to a liberal arts education, and supportive community guide students toward degree
completion and career success. Learn more about our vibrant community at www.arcadia.edu.

We
welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they
will incorporate our values in their work.

At
Arcadia University, our Lived Values are the foundation of our highly regarded, values-based learning community, which reflects the world in
which we want to live. As such, Arcadia actively seeks and welcomes candidates who embrace those values. Arcadia prohibits discrimination
against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status,
affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or military veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic
information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a
background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.

Arcadia offers a
competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, generous tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement
benefits, health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Position Code: PP013F

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