Public Safety Officer III

University of New Hampshire; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Hampshire invites applications for a lead public safety official for the Law School campus, reporting to UNH Police. You will supervise Campus Service Officers, coordinate duty rosters, and ensure continuous safety coverage during campus operations and events.

Responsibilities include enforcing university safety rules, maintaining records, assisting the public, and responding to emergencies. Location: Concord, NH

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years' experience in public safety or similar role.
• Knowledge of campus safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to supervise staff.
• Must pass medical, psychological, and polygraph examinations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare duty rosters for campus patrols.
• Assure maximum coverage for occupied buildings when open or during events.
• Schedule days off, holidays, and vacations for staff.
• Review work performance and recommend training.
• Advise officers on unusual conditions and respond to emergencies.
• Maintain routine logs and records.
• Render assistance to the public and enforce university rules.
• May protect university property and search campus areas when needed.
• Operate vehicles and radio equipment; maintain security systems.
• Maintain electronic records and potential court appearances as witness.

Skills

Supervisory ability

First aid knowledge

Physical stamina

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Under the supervision of the University of New Hampshire Police, this individual will serve as the lead public safety official for the Law School campus and report all safety and security matters to the UNH Chief of Police. This individual will also coordinate work assignments and provide supervision to Public Safety Officers I (aka, Campus Service Officers) during scheduled working hours.

Characteristic Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare duty rosters based on safety and security patrol.
• Assure that all college/university life occupancy buildings are provided with maximum coverage on a continuous basis when the campus facility is open or being used for scheduled events.
• Schedule days off, holidays and vacations for assigned personnel according to workload requirements.
• Review work performance of Campus Service Officers and recommend further training as required.
• Advise Campus Service Officers on unusual conditions encountered during duty hours and respond to emergency situations.
• Prepare and maintain routine logs and records.
• Render assistance to the public.
• Enforce college/university rules and regulations.
• May protect college/university property.
• May search campus property during threats.
• May render first aid at accident scenes or disaster areas.
• Operate automobiles, two-way radios and other equipment, as required.
• Maintain computer records management systems.
• May patrol campus streets and grounds within assigned areas either on foot or in a vehicle equipped with a two-way radio to assure security of college/university property.
• May appear in court as a witness in criminal cases, or at hearings for student conduct.
• Considerable physical effort required while on duty; duties may demand continuous standing, walking, and occasional strenuous positions while performing duties under varying climatic conditions with exposure to accidents or occupational hazards that may result in disability or loss of life.
• To perform the duties of a Campus Service Officer at any given time during campus operations. 18. Ability to work with a diverse group or individuals and professionals in an academic environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by campus leadership or the University Police.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Two years' experience in similar work with a public safety agency or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of state, municipal, federal and UNH system safety and security regulations.
• Supervisory ability.
• Knowledge of first aid techniques.
• Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this job, including heavy work with exposure to inclement weather for prolonged period of time.
• Must be able to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment, as necessary.
• No criminal record other than minor motor vehicle violations.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must successfully complete a medical, psychological, and polygraph examination.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Compensation Pay Range

$16.05 - $26.37

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

Location: Concord