Public Safety Officer

Centre College; West Danville (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Centre College in Danville, KY seeks a campus security professional to uphold safety, enforce campus rules, and respond to incidents, supporting a vibrant academic community.

The role features a hybrid schedule with evening and night shifts, requiring collaboration with local police and campus partners. A high school diploma and valid driver’s license are required, with opportunities for professional development and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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, injuries/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.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Some college courses

Inter-cultural competency training

Job description

Join 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 days 9p-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.

As a fundamental policy and in compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and all other applicable non-discrimination laws, Centre College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, veteran’s status, or genetic information in the administration of any of its education or employment policies. Centre College hires and promotes its employees and admits its students on the basis of merit, qualification, and character.

Centre College is a premier national liberal arts college that serves approximately 1,400 students and provides a supportive community and a flexible, personal academic path to a meaningful life and career.

Founded in 1819, Centre accomplishes its goals in an atmosphere of caring and respectful relationships among faculty, students, and staff.

The College has an endowment in excess of $420 million and an operating budget of more than $65 million.

Centre welcomes and supports diversity. The College strives to create an environment where differences are celebrated, where individuals can exchange ideas and share in the richness of mutual experiences.

Please view our Statement of Community.

Located in Danville, KY, the historic, picturesque 150-acre campus is 30 miles from Lexington, in the famed Bluegrass Region of Central Kentucky.

For information concerning the College, visit our web site at www.centre.edu