Safety Officer, 1st Shift

Messiah College; Grantham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated security officer to ensure the safety and well-being of its campus community. This role involves conducting patrols, responding to emergencies, and engaging with students and staff in a compassionate manner. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to service, and the ability to work in diverse environments. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a safe and inclusive campus atmosphere while developing valuable skills in the safety and security field. Join a mission-driven team that values integrity and community engagement.

Qualifications

• One year experience in safety and security services or emergency services.
• Ability to learn and use Department software products.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security patrols on campus and respond to emergencies.
• Provide physical security services and act as a resource for the community.
• Maintain knowledge of parking regulations and enforce compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Compassion and humility

Ability to prioritize tasks

Ability to adhere to confidentiality

Customer service experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any special instructions, supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link.

This is a 1st Shift Position. The employee works four ten hour shifts per week, with the standard hours of 6am – 4pm. The employee is scheduled to work every-other weekend (Fri-Mon). Position responsibilities include security patrols of campus (by vehicle and on foot), responding to medical and emergency calls for service, opening of administrative and academic buildings, providing safe-ride services, enforcing of all University student and employee conduct policies, conducting criminal investigations, community engagement with faculty, staff and students, and engaging with all community members in a Christ-like manner.

Education Required

High school diploma or equivalent.

Education Preferred

Associate or Bachelor’s degree.

Experience Required

One year of employment in the safety and security services field or emergency services industry. Prior experience working in a higher education setting.

Experience Preferred

• 2 years of law enforcement/security experience.
• 2 years of emergency services experience.
• First Aid/ CPR / AED and Stop the Bleed Certifications.
• 1 year in a customer-service related field.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel.

Skills and Characteristics Required for Position

• Ability and willingness to serve with Christ-like compassion and humility.
• 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 college students.
• 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.
• Ability to learn and use Department software products.
• Ability to become First Aid/ CPR / AED / Stop the Bleed trained within the first 90 days of employment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Special Working Conditions

Must have the ability to mentally and physically perform essential job functions which require walking, prolonged standing, pushing, pulling, stooping, lifting (40lbs), dragging 150lbs 10 feet or more 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 is essential; employees providing essential services must report to work as scheduled by their supervisor in the event of an emergency closing or delay, regardless of weather conditions.

Driving Requirements

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.

Primary Duties

• Patrol campus via vehicle, bike, or on foot.
• Provide physical security services for University 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, and 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 or on campus property.
• 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.
• Conduct safety & security awareness trainings to University students and employees.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.

Secondary Duties

• Testify at PA Court of Common Pleas, District Justice and campus judiciary/administrative hearings.
• Perform dispatch services as needed due to campus needs.
• Conduct and assist in the execution of fire drills.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Diversity

Messiah University’s commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence draws inspiration from its mission “to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society.” The university has pursued this vision through a strategic planning process that encourages diversity through employee and student composition, campus climate, and an educational program that seeks to equip and enable educators and students to embrace diversity. Candidates should clearly articulate why diversity and inclusive excellence matter to them as persons of faith as well as in their profession. Candidates will speak to how as a potential employee, they will contribute to the advancement of this vision through their teaching-learning, research, institutional service, and public engagement.

Posting Specific Questions

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Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
• Resume

Human Resources: One University Avenue Suite 3015 Mechanicsburg PA 17055; 717-796-5300

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