Armed Campus Safety Officer, Evening Shift

Northampton Community College; Tannersville (Monroe County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Retirement benefits

Time off

Job summary

Northampton Community College is seeking an armed Public Safety Officer for the Pocono Campus in Tannersville, PA. Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–10:00 PM. Provide safety services, protect students, staff, facilities and property on campus.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, Act 235 firearms certification, and 2+ years in security or law enforcement. Strong communication, leadership, and report-writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent; firearms certification required.
• Experience: 2+ years in security, law enforcement or related training.
• Skills: strong communication, leadership and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a highly visible presence on campus.
• Provide a high level of professionalism and customer service.
• Assist supervisor with information dissemination to officers.
• Direct and answer questions from students, staff and visitors.
• Conduct follow-up investigations and coordinate with Student Affairs staff.
• Monitor hazards and follow reporting procedures.
• Prepare incident reports and maintain records.
• Be familiar with crisis plans, alarms and computer systems.
• Maintain safe vehicle and pedestrian traffic flow.
• Enforce campus parking regulations and assist with jump starts and lock-outs.
• Allow access to campus facilities for authorized individuals.
• Act as first responder for emergencies including crises and threats.
• Comply with laws and college policies to maintain campus stability.
• Receive, transport and deposit college funds.
• Deliver trainings and presentations as requested.
• Patrol campus on foot, by vehicle and bicycle as needed.

Skills

Driver's license

CPR/AED

Communication

Leadership

Report writing

Computer literacy

Physical fitness

Crisis response

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Act 235 firearms certification

Job description

Northampton Community College is seeking an armed Public Safety Officer for the Pocono Campus in Tannersville, PA. Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–10:00 PM. Provide safety services, protect students, staff, facilities and property on campus.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, Act 235 firearms certification, and 2+ years in security or law enforcement. Strong communication, leadership, and report-writing skills are essential.