Armed Public Safety Officer — University Security

SLU Physical Therapy & Athletic Training; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Employee tuition benefits

Dependent/Spouse tuition after 3 years

Paid time off

Onsite gym access

Job summary

Saint Louis University is seeking a Public Safety Officer to help ensure the safety of students, patients, visitors and employees. The role requires availability for weekends, holidays, and all shifts (7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am).

The officer will patrol, respond to alarms, investigate offenses, and provide early medical care until responders arrive. Minimum qualifications include at least 21 years old, one year of high public interaction experience, and eligibility for an armed private

Qualifications

• Interpersonal skills for high public interaction.
• Verbal and written communication proficiency.
• Ability to demonstrate physical and psychological fitness.
• Ability to respond to emergency calls.
• Willingness to work overtime and various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas by vehicle or on foot.
• Question suspicious persons and coordinate with police as needed.
• Monitor hazards and recommend prevention measures.
• Investigate offenses and submit reports; arrest suspects.
• Respond to alarms and provide initial fire rescue support.
• Assist other public safety agencies and dignitaries as needed.
• Provide first aid until medical services arrive.
• May lead investigations or crowd control during events.
• Investigate vehicle accidents and enforce parking regulations.
• Provide field training to junior officers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal/human relations

Verbal & written communication

Physical fitness

Emergency response

Overtime willingness

Shift flexibility

Education

Associate's degree in security or criminal justice

Job description

Saint Louis University is seeking a Public Safety Officer to help ensure the safety of students, patients, visitors and employees. The role requires availability for weekends, holidays, and all shifts (7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am).

The officer will patrol, respond to alarms, investigate offenses, and provide early medical care until responders arrive. Minimum qualifications include at least 21 years old, one year of high public interaction experience, and eligibility for an armed private