Campus Safety and Security Officer

Paycom; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid vacation

Personal days

Paid sick time

Family leave

Comprehensive insurance

Retirement plans

Flexible spending account

Tuition remission

Life and long-term disability coverage

Job summary

The University of Lynchburg, a private university in Central Virginia, is seeking a full-time Campus Security Officer to protect students, faculty, staff, and visitors across campus buildings and properties. You will enforce university, state, and local laws and provide a safe campus environment.

Reports to the Campus Security Supervisor and Director. Responsibilities include patrols, incident reporting, emergency response, and coordination with Facilities Management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Virginia CSO certification within 180 days of employment.
• Valid Virginia driver's license.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Respond to all calls for service in a timely and professional manner.
• Conduct investigations as required and document findings per policies.
• Provide security and protective services through routine patrols of campus facilities.
• Respond to emergencies, assess conditions and maintain safety.
• Complete incident reports and related documentation promptly.
• Maintain radio communications with dispatcher and staff.
• Provide crowd management and traffic control during events.
• Verify entry access and authorize individuals as needed.
• Identify hazards and submit work orders for corrective action.
• Patrol parking areas and enforce parking regulations.
• Monitor fire lanes and enforce policy as needed.
• Provide safety escorts to campus community.
• Maintain knowledge of campus facilities and operations to respond to calls.
• Assist with training of new officers as directed.
• Secure buildings during shifts through inspections of doors and systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Entry Level experience preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Virginia CSO certification within 180 days

Virginia driver's license

Tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Lynchburg - Lynchburg, VA, Position Type: Staff, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $17.00 - $19.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Full time, Campus Security Officer

The University of Lynchburg, a private, regional university in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central Virginia, is seeking applicants for full-time, Campus Security Officer position.

This position reports to, is supervised by, and evaluated by the Campus Security Supervisor/and Director of Campus Security. The evaluation of work performance will be ongoing and will be carried out by the Campus Security Officer. It will include the specific duties and responsibilities of this position description plus employee attitude and general working behavior.

Job Type: Full time Benefits Eligible

Job Purpose:

To provide and assist in the immediate protection and security of students, faculty, staff and visitors in various campus buildings and/or property within the university community by enforcing the policies and procedures set by the university, state, and local laws.

Specific Job Duties:

• Respond to all calls for service in a timely and professional manner.
• Conduct investigations as required and document findings in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Provide security and protective services to the campus community through routine patrols of assigned buildings, parking areas, and grounds.
• Respond to emergency situations by assessing conditions, exercising sound judgment, and using tact and diplomacy to maintain safety and restore order.
• Complete incident reports and other required documentation accurately and promptly.
• Maintain continuous radio communication with the dispatcher and other department personnel.
• Provide crowd management and traffic control during campus events, special activities, and emergency situations.
• Provide authorized access to campus buildings and verify the identity and authorization of individuals requesting entry.
• Identify safety hazards during patrols and promptly submit work orders or notify the appropriate university personnel for corrective action.
• Patrol campus parking areas to ensure compliance with parking regulations and issue citations when appropriate.
• Monitor fire lanes to ensure they remain unobstructed and take appropriate enforcement action in accordance with university policy.
• Provide safety escorts to students, faculty, staff, and visitors in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of campus facilities, roadways, parking areas, and university operations to effectively respond to calls for service.
• Assist with the training and mentoring of newly assigned officers as directed by the training supervisor.
• Provide relief staffing for the Control Center as assigned.
• Secure campus buildings during assigned shifts by conducting routine security inspections of doors, windows, mechanical systems, and other critical building components.
• Contact Facilities Management or other appropriate personnel to coordinate emergency repairs or address maintenance-related concerns.
• Attend and successfully complete all required professional development, certifications, and in-service training.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Experience/Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively and have the ability to understand, comprehend and follow directions.
• Must have good teamwork skills.
• Entry Level (Prior Law Enforcement, security, or military experience preferred).

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged standing/setting/wrist movement.
• Prolonged walking significant distances between and within building on campus often in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.

Qualifications: Required Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow printed materials, instructions, and procedures.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, respond appropriately in emergency situations, and communicate effectively with the appropriate authorities.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately recall events for incident and report documentation.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and general computer skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• CPR Certified
• AED Certified

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent education
• Certified by the State of Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services as a CSO within 180 days of employment
• Valid Virginia State Vehicle Operator's License

Work Remotely:

No

We seek candidates who are committed to the University of Lynchburg’s efforts to create an environment that fosters a student-centered environment, develops the breadth of knowledge associated with liberal education, respects and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion, values and celebrates diverse faith traditions, and sustains close working relationships among faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners.

Candidates must successfully pass a background check that is satisfactory to the University.

Starting Salary: $17.00-$19.00 an hour

Benefits:

• Generous paid vacation, personal days, paid sick time and family leave, comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans, flexible spending account, tuition remission, life and long-term disability insurance, and more. Learn more about employment benefits at the University of Lynchburg.

Schedule:

Shift will include evenings or overnights to meet needs of the department.

The University of Lynchburg is dedicated to inclusive excellence. We celebrate the diversity of our common life, affirming our different histories, realities, and identities. All belong here.