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Public Safety Officer

Middlebury College

Middlebury (VT)

On-site

USD 10,000 - 60,000

Full time

15 days ago

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Job summary

Middlebury College is seeking a full-time Safety and Security Officer to enhance personal safety on campus. Responsibilities include patrolling, responding to emergencies, and educating the community on safety policies. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and a high school diploma, with post-secondary education preferred.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma required; post-secondary education preferred.
  • Experience in safety, security, or law enforcement is desirable.
  • Ability to handle confidential matters.

Responsibilities

  • Patrol campus to promote safety and respond to incidents.
  • Educate the community on safety and security policies.
  • Transport students to health services.

Skills

Conflict resolution
Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma
Post-secondary education

Job description

Provides safety and security services, including the implementation and administration of programs that assist the campus community in maintaining order and/or enhancing personal safety for students, faculty, staff, guests, and property of the College.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible hourly position. The starting salary range is $23.66 - $29.58 per hour.

Some hours may qualify for hourly shift differential rates and weekend shift differential:

  • Hours between 6 p.m. and 12 a.m.: an additional $1.50/hr
  • Hours between 12 a.m. and 7 a.m.: an additional $3.00/hr
  • Weekend hours: an additional $1.00/hr

Core Responsibilities

  1. Patrol campus buildings and grounds to promote safety, identify unsafe conditions and suspicious activity, document violations, and respond to incidents and complaints.
  2. Respond to emergencies, serious incidents, and requests for assistance, serving as a first responder to fire alarms, medical emergencies, and conflicts.
  3. Manage incidents using problem-solving, mediation, and de-escalation strategies in line with College policies.
  4. Conduct investigations, complete incident reports, and document activities.
  5. Educate the campus community on safety, security, and College policies through communication and organized instruction.
  6. Provide security services such as locking/unlocking facilities and vehicles.
  7. Transport students to and from the campus Health and Wellness Center and local hospital.
  8. Maintain safe and orderly parking lots and roadways through education and enforcement.
  • High school diploma required; post-secondary education preferred.
  • Experience in higher education, safety, security, or law enforcement is desirable.
  • Ability to complete specialized training and pass a driving test is required.
  • Must be flexible to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and during campus emergencies.
  • Proficiency in conflict resolution, strong communication skills, and ability to handle confidential matters are required.
Physical Demands
  • Climb stairs, walk long distances, sit, stand, drive, and lift up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
  • Work in various weather conditions.
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