Campus Security & Safety Officer (24/7 Patrols)

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Princeton University’s Department of Public Safety seeks security officers to provide general security, personal safety, and customer service to the University community across main campus and facilities.

Officers patrol, monitor access, operate control rooms, and respond to incidents with CPR/First Aid. The role requires shift work, adherence to SPFPA contract, and a starting salary of $23.79 per hour with a 12-month probation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work all shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays; overtime mandatory.
• Complete POPES medical exam, N-95 mask fitting, and background check.
• Must be able to stand for eight hours and perform physical tasks.
• Union SPFPA positions with associated starting salary.

Responsibilities

• Provide general security, personal safety, and customer service to University community.
• Patrol campus, conduct inspections, staff access kiosks, and manage traffic at the main campus.
• Monitor access control, CCTV, and environmental systems from control rooms.
• Maintain standing and walking patrols; assist guests with information and directions.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies; administer CPR and First Aid.
• Engage in community-oriented public safety activities.
• Report to sergeant or supervisor at the assigned location.

Skills

Security experience

Shift flexibility

Physical fitness

CPR/First Aid

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Access control systems

CCTV systems

Emergency communication systems

Vehicle operation

Job description

Princeton University’s Department of Public Safety seeks security officers to provide general security, personal safety, and customer service to the University community across main campus and facilities.

Officers patrol, monitor access, operate control rooms, and respond to incidents with CPR/First Aid. The role requires shift work, adherence to SPFPA contract, and a starting salary of $23.79 per hour with a 12-month probation.