Public Safety Officer

Centre College; Danville (KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Centre College in Danville, Kentucky is seeking a Public Safety Officer who will enforce campus rules, conduct fire and safety inspections, and respond to calls for assistance. You will patrol on foot and by vehicle, coordinate with local authorities, and contribute to a safe, inclusive campus community.

This full-time, hybrid-position covers evening and night shifts and requires a high school diploma (Some college preferred), valid driver’s license, and a willingness to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some college courses preferred.
• Related work experience in safety and security.
• Training in intercultural competency preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Enforce all College rules and regulations and applicable laws.
• Ensure building security and periodic building checks.
• Conduct fire and safety inspections on campus.
• Investigate incidents, injuries and non-injury motor vehicle accidents.
• Patrol campus on foot and by vehicle (bikes, cars, golf carts).
• Conduct fire drills in residence halls each semester.
• Respond to calls for assistance including unlocks and after-hours requests.
• Maintain campus fire extinguisher program.
• Coordinate with Danville Police Department regarding campus crimes.
• Enforce parking and traffic regulations.
• Support department equipment maintenance and special events.
• Foster a diverse and inclusive campus environment.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college courses preferred

Inter-cultural competency training preferred

Related work experience in safety and security

Valid driver’s license

Job description

## Public Safety OfficerApply: Danville, Kentucky: Full time: Posted 5 Days Ago: JR100238Join Centre College as we recruit exceptional faculty and staff! At Centre, we seek passionate and qualified individuals committed to fostering academic excellence, vibrant community, and inclusive growth. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional development. Our collegial environment values diversity of perspectives, encourages meaningful discourse and celebrates the unique contributions of each community member.Reports directly to the Director of Public Safety and is responsible for providing basic security functions, enforcing campus rules and regulations, conducting fire and safety inspections, enforcing parking and traffic regulations and responding to calls for assistance. This person is a member of the Student Life staff reporting to the Vice President for Student Life through the Director of Public Safety.The position will be a hybrid of evening shift two days a week and night shift two days a week.4p-2a two days9p-7a two days**Essential Job Functions:*** Enforce all College rules and regulations, as well as, local, state and Federal laws;* Responsible for building security and periodic building checks;* Conduct routine fire and safety inspections on campus;* Investigate and report on incidents, offenses, injury/illnesses and non-injury motor vehicle accidents;* Patrol the campus on foot and by using various vehicles including bicycles, automobiles and golf carts;* Conduct fire drills in all residence halls each semester;* Respond to calls for assistance including unlocks, motorist assists, suspicious and criminal activity and after-hours maintenance requests;* Maintain the campus fire extinguisher program;* Communicate with the Danville Police Department regarding crimes occurring on or near campus;* Enforce parking and traffic regulations;* Proper maintenance of all department equipment;* Working special events;* Demonstrate an appreciation for and sensitivity to a diverse academic community, fostering an inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff from a variety of social, economic, cultural, ideological, racial, and ethnic backgrounds.**Marginal Job Functions:*** Contribute to the overall success of the department by performing all other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.Education and Experience* High school diploma or equivalent required.Some college courses preferred.* Training in inter-cultural competency preferred.* Related work experience, in the areas of safety and security.* Valid driver’s license.Knowledge and Skills* Good oral, written and interpersonal communications skills.* Ability to function collaboratively within a diverse and dynamic setting.* Ability to work with little supervision.* Willingness to work a flexible schedule, which will include evening, weekend and holiday hours.* Computer skills necessary.Physical Requirements:* Limited pushing, pulling, lifting.Lifting would not exceed 20 lbs.* Mobility on campus necessary.Centre provides a supportive, engaging setting where faculty and staff thrive as we advance our shared mission: preparing students for lives of learning, leadership, and service. Join our community and leave a lasting impact on generations to come.