Part-Time Safety Officer

Loras College; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Loras College seeks a dedicated campus security professional to help provide a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors. The role involves routine patrols, responding to incidents, and assisting with security operations across all college facilities.

Responsibilities include monitoring access, maintaining incident logs, and coordinating with local authorities when necessary. Candidates should have 2–4 years of related experience and CPR/AED certification, plus a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required.
• Two to four years of related security experience preferred.
• Must become CPR and AED certified; valid driver’s license; and pass police records check.
• Proficient with personal computers and Microsoft Office; knowledge of security devices.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus periodically and conduct random checks of doors and parking areas.
• Question suspicious individuals and report on incidents in the security log.
• Escort visitors and provide security services as needed.
• Transport injured individuals to medical treatment when required.
• Assist police or fire departments during on-campus incidents.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the college's Catholic tradition.

Skills

Active Listening

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Empathetic

Ethical

Honesty/Integrity

Patience

Reliability

Responsible

Safety Awareness

Time Management

Education

High School / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Security equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs routine security duties in providing a safe environment for the entire Loras Community and its visitors, as well as maintaining the security of all College facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Given that the College is a diocesan Catholic college, will carry out your functions of your position in support of the College's Catholic Identity, mission and in support of Church teachings.
• Periodically patrols campus, making random checks of outside doors of secured buildings and parking lots.
• Questions individuals who act suspiciously or who have no identifiable purpose on campus.
• Checks the security log for usable information such as license number of suspicious vehicles on campus or descriptions of questionable individuals.
• Enters noteworthy entries into security log and files incident reports regarding involvement or knowledge of a major campus incident or a case of student misconduct.
• Carries communication unit and flashlight while performing duties.
• Watches for vandals, prowlers, fire, water leaks, or other unusual occurrences which may lead to loss or damage to property of equipment.
• Issues traffic/parking citations to violators. Escorts individuals upon request.
• Assists individuals on campus requiring security services.
• Furnishes information to individuals in a courteous manner.
• Transport injured or ill member of the Loras community to medical treatment when other transportation is not available.
• Makes service calls for administrative offices.
• Assists the police or fire department in any serious on-campus incident.
• Monitors the usage facilities by authorized persons only.
• Performs routine "walk" through patrol of any special event, such as softball, wrestling, etc., that does not require a special duty officer.
• Services security vehicle.
• Works special events as scheduled.
• Supports the mission and vision of the College and respects the College's Catholic tradition.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
• Communication, Oral and written - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word and in writing.
• Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.
• Empathetic - Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of others.
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Honesty/Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

Education

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.

Experience

Two to four years related experience.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Certificates & Licenses

Must become certified in CPR and AED. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to pass police records check.

Other Requirements

Skilled in the use of a personal computer and Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of security equipment and devices. Understanding of related legal requirements. Understanding of College security needs and systems. Knowledge of the procedures involved in buildings and grounds security work. Knowledge of the Loras student handbook and student right to privacy act (Buckley). Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with students, college personnel and the public. Persistent and able to work in stressful situations. Attentive to detail. Ability to assist others. Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.