Campus Safety & Emergency Response Officer

Vermont State Colleges System; Lyndon (VT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermont State Colleges System is seeking a Public Safety Officer to protect people and property on a campus and assist in handling various emergency situations. The role involves patrolling buildings and grounds, checking IDs, and ensuring secure access after hours.

The position requires a high school diploma with 2–3 years of related security experience or equivalent training, plus a Vermont driver’s license. Schedule: 37.5 hours weekly; Status: Non-Exempt; Grade: G08.

Qualifications

• High school education plus two to three years of relevant work experience, including one year of directly related security or law enforcement training or experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
• A valid Vermont driver’s license is also required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus buildings and grounds to prevent or deal with incidents of theft, vandalism, fire or hazards, disorderly conduct, and other regulations.
• Check IDs of visitors and escort individuals off campus as appropriate.
• Respond to medical emergencies, administer first aid, and call for additional assistance as needed.
• Investigate complaints and incidents on campus and assist in investigations by staff or faculty.
• Provide security services for special events, including crowd control and transportation/escort duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Job description

Vermont State Colleges System is seeking a Public Safety Officer to protect people and property on a campus and assist in handling various emergency situations. The role involves patrolling buildings and grounds, checking IDs, and ensuring secure access after hours.

The position requires a high school diploma with 2–3 years of related security experience or equivalent training, plus a Vermont driver’s license. Schedule: 37.5 hours weekly; Status: Non-Exempt; Grade: G08.