Public Safety Officer

SSOE; South Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Seton Hall University is seeking a Public Safety Officer for a 9-month position to ensure safety on campus. Responsibilities include patrol duties, emergency response, and maintaining security during events. Required qualifications include a high school diploma and skills in communication and situation analysis. The position offers a dynamic working environment and the opportunity to contribute to campus safety.

Qualifications

• Must work well under pressure.
• Analyze and evaluate situations for appropriate response.
• Basic computer skills with knowledge of alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patrols of the University Center and provide assistance.
• Respond to emergency calls, including medical emergencies and fire alarms.
• Provide security at special events and control pedestrian traffic.

Skills

Communication

Emergency Response

Situation Analysis

Patrol Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

This position is a 9-month position, mid August through mid May. The Public Safety Officer's primary purpose is to protect life and property. This is accomplished through a variety of tasks including: preventive patrol, reporting suspicious persons/activities, reporting unsafe conditions, providing transportation to students and the enforcement of University's rules and regulations. Regulate pedestrian and vehicular traffic and provide a security presence for dignitary visits, special events, and sporting events. They complete written reports on all security related matters and provide information and assistance to students, staff and the general public. Finally, they assist South Orange Police, Fire and Rescue Squad when necessary or as required. This officer will be positioned at the University Center Satellite Center.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Conduct patrols of University Center
Provide assistance and directions as needed.
Ensure the building is operating according to the daily operation schedule.
Complete incident reports as required.
Generate property reports as required.
Request work orders that identify safety concerns in need of attention from Facilities Engineering
2. Respond to all emergency calls occurring in University Center
Medical Emergencies
Fire Alarms
Bomb Threats
Intrusion alarms
Maintenance
3. Provide security services at all visits; dignitaries, special events, etc.,
Direct and control pedestrian traffic
Perform package inspections when required.
Maintain crowd control
4. May be assigned to other duties and locations as

Required Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED
Must be able to work well under pressure
Must be able to analyze and evaluate situations and determine appropriate action or response
Must be able to clearly communicate directions, instructions, SHU policy and regulations to community members
Basic computer skills with knowledge of alarm systems

Desired Qualifications:

Community policing course, CPR, AED, First Aid, Narcan certification
Ability to write a clear and concise report

Licenses and Certificates:

Valid NJ driver's license to operate department vehicles including 14 passenger vehicles

Salary Range:

Exempt/Nonexempt: Nonexempt

Physical Demands: General Office Environment

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Shift: Thursday 3:00PM-12:00AM, Friday 9:00AM-3:00AM, Saturday 10:00AM-4:00AM, hours may be adjusted.

Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and the principles of affirmative action.

Advertised: 29 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: