Campus Safety Officer

Lawrence University; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence University is seeking a full-time security professional for the Appleton campus. The role involves after-hours patrols, building access control, and emergency response to protect students, staff, and campus property.

Responsibilities include documenting incidents, performing routine fire system inspections, and coordinating with campus safety personnel. Weekend and holiday work is required, with a night shift schedule and a uniformed presence on campus.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Able to walk up to 9 hours of a 10-hour shift.
• Able to lift 40 lbs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform walking and motorized patrol of university property and assist when requested.
• Ensure safety of students, faculty, and staff.
• Check and lock/unlock doors on campus at designated times.
• Manage student access to buildings after hours.
• Handle safety/security issues including lock problems, lighting issues, storm damage, or maintenance concerns.
• Respond to vandalism, theft, or disturbances on campus.
• Relay emergency calls to the proper authorities.
• Escort students, faculty, and staff as needed.
• Log daily activity and incidents; maintain fire system and extinguisher checks.

Skills

Patrol security

Communication skills

MS Word/Excel

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Background check clearance

Tools

Security vehicle

Incident reporting software

Job description

Reports to

Director of Campus Services/Assistant Director of Campus Safety

Location

Appleton Campus

Position Type

Full-Time

Hours of Work

This position will work 9:30pm – 7:30am. Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday OR Monday – Thursday 4:00pm – 2:00am

Primary Objective

Responsible for protecting Lawrence University students, staff, visitors, property, and buildings from fire, theft, vandalism, and other hazardous conditions.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform walking and motorized patrol of university property, being of service, and giving assistance when requested.
• Safety of students, faculty, and staff
• Checking and locking/unlocking doors on campus at predesignated times
• Student access to buildings after hours
• Safety/security related matters including lock problems, burned out lights, storm damage, maintenance problems, etc.
• Vandalism on campus
• Breaking and entering into any university property
• Relaying emergency calls to proper person and/or agencies
• Parking violations and enforcement
• Complaints (noise, suspicious activities/persons, theft/loss, etc.)
• Escorts to students, faculty, and staff via walking or vehicle
• Entering Work Orders into database
• Monthly Fire System Testing
• Monthly Fire Extinguisher Inspections
• Minor Maintenance

Writing Reports

• Daily logs
• incident reports
• Fire Alarm reports
• Theft/loss report
• Alarm report
• Work Orders
• Campus lighting
• Safety Issues
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Relationships

Daily direction will be provided by the Security Night Shift Supervisor and/or Director of Security. Interact with students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Work in conjunction with the RHD on Duty, Assistant Dean of Students, and the Dean of Students when applicable. Interact with the Facility Services staff to help resolve mechanical problems on campus. Interact with the Safety Coordinator to assist with monthly fire system testing and monthly fire extinguisher inspections.

Equipment Used

• Telephone
• Mobile communication equipment
• Security vehicle (truck)
• Computer/Laptop/ PDA
• Automatic Defibrillator
• General tools; Wrench, screwdriver, hammer, pliers, and etc.

Required Qualifications

• Must have minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be willing to work weekends, in all types of weather, and holidays.
• Must be able to walk up to 9 hours of a 10-hour shift.
• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs up to 3 hours of a 10-hour shift.
• Must be able to move quickly across campus by either walking quickly or running.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft software including Word and Excel.
• Sensitivity for confidentiality of materials/information processed.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Investigative skills
• Crisis Management skills or working knowledge.
• Knowledge of ReportExec incident reporting software or similar applications.
• Working knowledge of door access software.
• Good judgment with the ability to make sound decisions.
• CPR /First Aid/Defibrillator certification or ability to become certified within one year of employment.
• Previous experience in loss prevention, criminal justice, or security is preferred.

Compensation

• Hourly (Non-Exempt)
• Rate $20.00/hour

Employment Requirements

• Must have successful completion of criminal and MVR background check, meet University Authorized Driver Policy requirements, pre-employment physical, and favorable completion of reference checks.
• Must have valid driver’s license and must complete campus safe driving training session before driving any campus vehicles.
• Will wear a university supplied uniform.
• Available to work overtime when needed (i.e., providing security for special programs, athletic events, and in case of disaster).
• Must be willing to attend organizational meetings as required.