Patrol Officer II

Villanova University; Lower Merion Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Villanova University in Villanova, PA seeks a Patrol Officer II to maintain safety, enforce University rules, and protect life and property on campus. You will respond to emergencies, conduct initial investigations, and prepare detailed incident reports as part of a coordinated safety team.

The role requires strong report writing, communication, and teamwork, with a commitment to service-oriented interactions with the University community.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience in a security, police, EMS or fire setting, preferably in a college or university environment.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and must be an approved University driver in accordance with the University’s Motor Vehicle Record Policy for Drivers of University Vehicles.
• Understanding of written instructions.
• Excellent report writing ability.
• Good keyboarding and general computer skills.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and judgment skills are required.
• Ability to effectively interact with members of the University community, including people from diverse ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds.
• Strong service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative patrol and prioritizes patrol pattern; staffs fixed post positions in relief of gate officers.
• Responds to emergency incidents, including medical emergencies, fire alarms, and burglar alarms; assumes control of scenes.
• Conducts preliminary investigations of policy violations or potential criminal incidents; assesses persons under the influence of drugs or alcohol; prepares initial incident reports.
• Locks and unlocks buildings and classrooms according to schedules.
• Assists in access to buildings, vehicle lockouts, jump starts and courtesy transports.
• Enforces campus parking regulations; issues tickets and alerts supervisors to hazards or violations.
• Assists in emergency evacuation of buildings or areas.
• Staffs special event assignments and maintains crowd control.
• Testifies in campus judicial and criminal hearings as required.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Posting Number: 20260088S

Position Title: Patrol Officer II

Position Type: Staff

Location: Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule: full-time/12-months

Avg Hours Week:

Department: 502-Public Safety Department

Position Summary: The Patrol Officer II maintains safety, enforces University rules and regulations, and protects life and property within the University community under general supervision. Acts as the first responder to campus emergencies and initiates appropriate emergency response procedures as needed. Responds to reports of Villanova policy violations, crimes, suspicious circumstances, and other general calls for service and prepares detailed written reports of activities. Conducts proactive patrol of University buildings, facilities, property, and other assets. Works collaboratively with other University departments as well as external agencies in resolving incidents. Interacts with Villanova community members in a professional and positive manner employing effective community service-oriented techniques and tactics. Assists in providing a safe and secure environment for University community members to work, live, and pursue their academic goals and objectives.

Why work at Villanova?

• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more .

Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs preventative patrol. Uses judgment to patrol areas of potential University policy violations and criminal activity; prioritizes patrol pattern. Staffs fixed post positions in relief of gate officers.
• Responds to emergency incidents, including medical emergencies, fire alarms, and burglary alarms; assumes control of scenes prior to the arrival of a supervisor or VU police officer.
• Conducts preliminary investigations of policy violations, and/or potential criminal incidents; assesses persons under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, and other general calls for assistance; prepares clear and concise initial incident reports.
• Lock and unlock buildings and classrooms according to established schedules.
• Assist members of the University community in conducting access to buildings and rooms, vehicle lockouts, jump starts and courtesy transports.
• Enforces campus parking regulations; checks for valid vehicular parking stickers and permits. Issues tickets as needed or directed; alerts supervisors to traffic hazards or violations that could result in a vehicle being towed and/or booted.
• Assists in the emergency evacuation of buildings or areas.
• Staffs special event assignments, including athletic competitions, homecoming and commencement activities. Maintains crowd control and provides instructions and directions to event attendees and staff.
• Testifies in campus judicial and criminal hearings as required.
• Acts as an information resource for visitors and community members; keeps abreast of departmental and university activities.
• Employs effective community service-oriented techniques, ensuring positive and professional interactions are maintained with Villanova University community members.
• Routinely interacts with residence assistants (RA) and other University faculty, staff, and students during normal patrol; sharing crime prevention information and valuable safety and security techniques.
• Regularly attends training and participates in Departmental meetings. Assumes an active role in University and Departmental quality improvement efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience in a security, police, EMS or fire setting, preferably in a college or university environment. Comparable duties in the military accepted.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and must be an approved University driver in accordance with the University’s Motor Vehicle Record Policy for Drivers of University Vehicles.
• Understanding of written instructions.
• Excellent report writing ability.
• Good keyboarding and general computer skills.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and judgment skills are required.
• Ability to effectively interact with members of the University community, including people from diverse ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds.
• Strong service orientation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical Technician preferred.
• Knowledge of safety and security practices in a college setting.
• Knowledge of basic investigative techniques.
• Understanding of emergency response procedures, including, but not limited to basic first aid & CPR , knowledge of emergency evacuation procedures, as well as principles of Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS ).
• Knowledge of emergency medical procedures.

Physical Requirements And/or Unusual Work Hours

• Tools, machinery and equipment used: Patrol vehicle, computer, fire extinguisher, digital camera, two-way radio, PC and laptop computer, automatic external defibrillator.
• Environmental conditions: (any unusual/adverse conditions such as exposure to chemicals, noise, illumination, air quality, weather exposure etc.)
• Work in outdoor as well as indoor venues year-round. At times, environmental conditions are poor in terms of exposure to weather or extreme heat or cold during normal shifts, as well as during special details and events.
• Physical requirements: (items such as lifting, pushing, pulling, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time, manual dexterity, walking etc.)
• Must be willing to work overtime details as needed or assigned. Ability to work around-the-clock shiftwork. Walking/standing for extended periods of time (up to 16 hours per day); Both gross and fine motor skills are needed, as well as visual, hearing, speaking, touching, tasting, and sensory skills.

Posting Date: 08/17/2026

Salary Posting Information: $21.36 an hour

Salary Grade: 11

Job Classification: non-exempt

References Needed: References Needed

Minimum Number of References Needed: 3

Maximum Number of References Needed: 3