Public Safety Officer

Manhattan College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Retirement plan

Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time

Tuition benefits for employee and/or (

Job summary

Manhattan University is seeking Public Safety Officers to maintain law and order on campus, protect personnel and facilities, and enforce university regulations. The role is on-campus and requires excellent communication, strong judgment, and the ability to perform in varied shifts with overtime as needed.

Officers will patrol, monitor surveillance, complete detailed reports, and assist in emergencies. The position emphasizes safety, cooperation with law enforcement, and dedication to the

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and sound judgment.
• Willingness to work varied shifts and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Protect Manhattan University personnel and facilities from fire, accidents, and vandalism; enforce department regulations.
• Patrol premises and monitor surveillance; inspect buildings and access points.
• Document observations and events; interview witnesses; obtain signatures on reports.
• Ensure operation of equipment and systems; troubleshoot malfunctions; arrange repairs as needed.
• Follow procedures for fire prevention, property patrol, parking enforcement, and investigations.
• Assist visitors and return lost items; aid ill or injured persons and coordinate care.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Sound judgment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hourly Rate without the Fire Guard License: $21.86 *Beginning January 1, 2027, rate will increase to $22.24

Hourly Rate with the Fire Guard License: $22.86 (Additional $1.00 per hour if you have a Fireguard license or once its obtained which is mandatory) *Beginning January 1, 2027, rate will increase to $23.24

Shift Differential of 10% for Evenings and Nights

Overtime is mandatory

Superior Benefit Package (see below)

ABOUT PUBLIC SAFETY:

The Manhattan University Department of Public Safety endeavors to provide a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for the University community, its visitors, and guests. Our goal is to support the Lasallian heritage and educational mission of the University by fostering a sense of respect, cooperation, and ethical behavior among the members of our community. The Department of Public Safety remains diligent in its efforts to maintain order on campus while promoting a setting free of crime, fear, and lawlessness.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Public Safety Officers (PSOs) are vital to promoting a safe and secure campus. They maintain law and order on the campus, enforce University regulations, and request assistance from law enforcement agencies when necessary. Qualified candidates will have excellent written and verbal communication, strong interpersonal skills, and sound judgment.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.

PSOs report to Manhattan University Supervisors and are responsible for the following:

• Protect Manhattan University personnel and facilities against the hazards of fire, accidents and vandalism; enforce all regulations, including those in department manual for Security Officers
• Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry
• Protect the building structure and grounds to which officer is assigned, including the contents, occupants and visitors; patrol as assigned and seek out and take preventive action against existing hazards or conditions which may cause injury, damage or interference with normal operation, and report same immediately
• Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures
• Ensure operation of equipment and systems; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs
• Follow procedures for various initiatives, including fire prevention, property patrol, parking enforcement and accident investigations
• Guide visitors and assist in a courteous manner; return lost or found articles to Public Safety Office; assists ill or injured persons in obtaining care, and report such events immediately by radio and on proper report forms
• Public Safety Officers are required to use computer systems and other technology, namely access control, visitor management and security camera systems
• A Public Safety Officer will be assigned to work either a day, evening, or overnight shift depending on the needs of the department. The position requires the Security Officer work holidays, weekends, nights, and a variety of shifts and overtime when circumstances warrant. PSOs are considered Essential Personnel in order to maintain the safety and security of University property, personnel, affiliates and visitors
• Perform related duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid NYS Guard License, NYS Dept. of State’s 8-hour mandated certificate training
• First Aid Certification, F-01/F-03/F-04 COF license a plus. Will be required to obtain after hire 90 days to Minimum 1-year prior security experience
• Prior experience in college campus a plus
• Must be physically fit
• Able to engage in strenuous physical activity, including walking, climbing stairs, as well as standing or sitting for long periods of time
• Willing and able to perform duty in inclement weather conditions
• Ability to write legible reports, use a portable radio, and use judgment that is sound and proper when addressing emergencies

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement plan- TIAA-CREF/SRA
• Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time
• Tuition benefits for employee, spouse, and dependents