Safety Officer, 1st Shift

Messiah University; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Messiah University is seeking a Safety Officer for 1st Shift, responsible for campus security and emergency response. The role includes patrol duties, enforcing policies, and engaging with the campus community. Ideal candidates will have a background in safety or emergency services and strong interpersonal skills. This full-time position requires a high school diploma and the ability to obtain necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• One year of employment in safety/security or emergency services required.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Conduct campus patrols and provide physical security.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies, including medical calls.
• Investigate and document campus crimes.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Conflict Management

Multitasking

Compassion

Integrity

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Information

Position Title: Safety Officer, 1st Shift
Position Type: Staff
Employee Group: Staff
Time Status: Full-Time
Time Category: Full Time (1560-2080 hours)
Annual Hours: 2080
# of Months: 12
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Dates: July 1 - June 30
Campus: Main Campus (Grantham)

Position Description

Position Summary

This is a 1st Shift Position. The employee works four ten-hour shifts per week, from 6am to 4pm, every-other weekend (Fri-Mon). Responsibilities include campus security patrols (by vehicle and on foot), responding to medical and emergency calls, opening buildings, providing safe-ride services, enforcing university policies, conducting criminal investigations, engaging with faculty, staff, and students, and interacting with all community members in a Christ-like manner.

Education Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Education Preferred

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Experience Required

One year of employment in safety/security or emergency services, preferably in higher education.

Experience Preferred

• 2 years law enforcement/security experience
• 2 years emergency services experience
• First Aid/CPR/AED and Stop the Bleed Certifications
• 1 year customer-service experience
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel

Skills and Characteristics

• Ability and willingness to serve with Christ-like compassion and humility
• Excellent interpersonal and human relations skills
• Respect for others and ability to build trust, including with diverse backgrounds
• Experience and desire to work with traditional college students
• Conflict management and resolution skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and commitment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Willingness to learn Department software
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED/Stop the Bleed certification within 90 days
• Valid driver's license

Special Working Conditions

Must be physically and mentally capable of walking, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting (40 lbs), dragging 150 lbs, and enduring weather conditions. Willing to work different shifts, weekends, holidays, and some mandatory overtime. Must submit Hepatitis B immunization documentation. As an essential employee, must report during emergencies regardless of weather.

Driving Requirements

Operation of university vehicles required; must have and maintain a valid driver's license per university policies.

Primary Duties

• Campus patrols (vehicle, bike, foot)
• Physical security for facilities
• Serve as a resource for campus community
• Enforce parking and traffic regulations
• Investigate and document campus crimes
• Manage traffic during events
• Respond to incidents and emergencies, including medical calls
• Conduct safety escorts and liaise with law enforcement
• Provide safety and security training
• Maintain reliable attendance

Secondary Duties

• Testify in court and hearings
• Perform dispatch services
• Assist with fire drills
• Other duties as assigned

Supervision: None

Posting Date: 03/04/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Application Deadline: [Not specified]

Diversity

Messiah University values diversity and inclusive excellence, inspired by its mission. Candidates should articulate why diversity matters to them as persons of faith and how they will contribute to this vision through their professional activities.