Campus Safety Officer

Under the general supervision of the Campus Safety Supervisor or designee, perform routine inspections of campus property to assure compliance with state, municipal, federal, and Plymouth State University campus safety/security regulations. Campus Safety Officers patrol campus 24-hours a day, year-round, to provide emergency and other assistance to University students, faculty, staff, and visitors while exercising sound judgement to respond to complex situations.

Duties/Responsibilities

• (35%) Works closely with other University departments as needed, including Title IX, Residential Life, Facilities, Custodial Services, Health & Wellness, and the Counseling Center to ensure a coordinated response to incidents. Perform assigned campus safety/security patrol at appointed times, as scheduled, to assure compliance with federal, state, municipal, and USNH campus safety/security regulations. Provide routine assistance to students, faculty, staff, and visitors, including but not limited to crowd & traffic control and event support. Complete daily log showing times of building patrols, key services, safety escorts, criminal & non-criminal incidents reported or discovered, and security or safety issues that need to be addressed. Safeguard campus buildings at designated times, including checking the doors, windows, and other egress points. Check PSU property, including, but not limited to, halls, stairs, and other areas of occupant passage for obstacles that could prevent effective egress in case of an emergency.

• (20%) Respond to violations of University policies, including parking enforcement, permitting, access controls, noise complaints, alcohol violations, guest violations, prohibited items, unwanted persons, etc.

• (15%) Complete incidents that relate to campus safety, such as fires, medical emergencies, violations of university policies relating to campus safety, or alarm activations. Every Public Safety Officer is a designated Campus Security Authority (CSA) as defined by the Clery Act. Notify the Campus Safety Supervisor or designee of incidents that require a timely warning, may result in heightened community interest, or may expose the University to liability.

• (15%) Report violations, individual violators, vandalism, illegal entry, and trespassers to University Police Dispatch and remain in the area to assist if necessary. Report fires and malfunctions of fire detecting/life saving devises to the University Police Dispatch and remain on scene in case of fire to assist the fire department. Report all items requiring repair action and remain in areas to assist, if necessary. Serve as first responders to alarms, fires, spills, and odors of smoke or gas, working closely with local and state officials in response to issues.

 

• (10%) Render assistance to the public. Enforce college/university rules and regulations.

• (5%) Work in conjunction with Plymouth Police Department and other sworn law enforcement officials to review CCTV or other technological data and notify campus administration when needed, while maintaining an appropriate level of confidentiality.

 

Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

 

Required Licenses & Certifications:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• Annually retain certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED and provide emergency medical treatment.

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Able to multitask and organize workload for effective implementation.
• Effective analytical and problem-resolution skills.
• Effective independent judgement and decision-making ability.
• Serve as a positive team member.
• Customer service and results-driven.
• Able to climb stairs, stand for extended periods of time, and lift 50lbs.

Other Requirements:

• All applicants must complete and pass a Criminal Records Check and Motor Vehicle Records Check.

Applicant Instructions: 

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)

• Resume/CV

Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.

Plymouth State University offers high-quality baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Through research and innovative community partnerships, the University contributes to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the North Country and Lakes Region of New Hampshire and beyond.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Compensation Pay Range:

$12.86 - $21.11

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Location:

Plymouth