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Job Description:

The Campus Safety Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors of the College. This role involves proactive patrol of campus facilities and grounds, responding to calls for service, enforcing College policies, and supporting compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The Campus Safety Officer serves as a visible presence on campus, provides assistance and information to the campus community, supports educational safety initiatives, and collaborates with local and sworn law enforcement when necessary. The position also includes supervisory responsibilities for student employees and a strong commitment to community-oriented campus safety.

Full-time and part-time positions are available. The starting hourly rate ranges from $22.50-$25.00, depending on qualifications and experience. A $1.00 per hour shift differential is provided for overnight shifts. Full-time employees work a 4 days on / 2 days off shift schedule.

Position responsibilities include:

• Conduct regular patrols of campus buildings and grounds to deter criminal activity, prevent theft and vandalism, and ensure compliance with college policies.
• Respond promptly to calls for service; investigate, document, and report incidents involving violations of the College's Code of Conduct and applicable state laws.
• Refer incidents to the Office of Student Conduct & Community Standards for follow-up and disciplinary action when appropriate; provide guidance and information to members of the campus community.
• Assist with campus safety education, training, and outreach programs based on identified needs and emerging trends.
• Provide transportation services, including campus safety escorts (on foot or by vehicle), non-emergency medical transports to local medical facilities, and other assigned transportation duties.
• Support sworn law enforcement personnel during assigned shifts, as needed.
• Supervise, support, and assist student employees participating in work-study or internship assignments within Campus Police & Safety.
• Identify and report potential safety concerns or problematic issues to the direct supervisor in a timely and professional manner.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support and enhance the overall safety and security of the campus.

Requirements:

• Associate's degree in criminal justice or a related field is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license and meet the College's insurability requirements as determined by Dean College Risk Management.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and human relations skills, with the ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress or emergency situations.
• Ability to assess emergency and non-emergency situations, exercise sound judgment, and implement appropriate and effective responses.

Additional Information:

Dean College is an equal-opportunity, Title IX institution and pledges to recruit, select and promote diversity by providing equality of opportunity in higher education for all persons, including faculty and staff with respect to hiring, continuation, promotion, and applicants for admission, enrolled students and graduates without discrimination or segregation.

The College is interested in candidates who have the communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to maximize their effectiveness with diverse groups of colleagues, students, faculty, and community members. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis.

Dean College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.

This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in College programs, services, and activities. A pre-employment background screen is required for all employees.

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