Temporary Bread Loaf Watchperson (Summer 2026 001521)

Middlebury College; Ripton (VT); On-site; USD 27,441 - 32,511; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

MiddCard Privileges

Access to athletic facilities

Discounts at cultural events

Job summary

Middlebury College seeks a part-time Bread Loaf Watchperson to monitor campus facilities for safety. Responsibilities include patrolling designated areas, reporting safety violations, assisting the Department of Public Safety, and performing maintenance tasks. Candidates should have interpersonal skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work flexible hours. The hourly pay ranges from $19.92 to $23.60, and employees benefit from campus privileges and a supportive community atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in security/watchman position helpful.
• Must have driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, overtime, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Patrols campus buildings and grounds per prescribed routes.
• Completes written reports summarizing nightly rounds.
• Locks and unlocks buildings as required.
• Assists Department of Public Safety staff as necessary.
• Performs maintenance work as requested, including snow removal.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of alarm systems

Knowledge of mechanical systems

Ability to interact with guests

Job description

The Bread Loaf Watchperson patrols Bread Loaf Campus facilities and equipment checking fire safety equipment, building security, and building equipment according to a prescribed route and schedule. Serves as liaison between Bread Loaf campus and the Department of Public Safety.

This is a part time, non benefited hourly position. The hourly range for the position is $19.92 - $23.60 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Maintains radio and/or telephone contact with Department of Public Safety dispatch throughout the watch schedule. Patrols campus buildings and grounds per prescribed route and check points. Monitors sprinkler systems and fire extinguishers for correct operating pressure and function. Reports damage to buildings, maintenance work required and safety violations to supervisor.
• Completes written reports summarizing nightly rounds. Locks and unlocks buildings. Assists Department of Public Safety staff as necessary. Notifies Department of Public Safety of emergency or hazardous situations/conditions.
• Performs associated Facilities Services maintenance work as requested, including: snow removal, event set-up and cleanup, truck loading and unloading and trash/debris cleaning.
• Performs all duties in a safe and professional manner and in accordance with established Middlebury College and departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned to assist department in obtaining and maintaining its mission.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in security/watchman position helpful.
• Knowledge of general operation of campus alarm systems and maintenance/machine areas helpful. General knowledge of mechanical systems such as circuit breaker panels, compressors, sprinkler systems, heating systems and door hardware.
• Must have driver’s license, ability to obtain a College license, and acceptable motor vehicle record. Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must interact appropriately with guests and College community. Ability to work flexible shifts, overtime, and holidays. Must handle confidential matters with appropriate discretion.

Other Requirements

• Must have driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record. Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must interact appropriately with customers and College community. Ability to work flexible shifts, overtime and holidays.
• Position requires long periods of walking, climbing stairs, standing, crouching and bending.
• Must be able to lift 10-25 lbs. numerous times each day and up to 50 lbs. on occasion.
• Must handle confidential matters with appropriate discretion and pass background check.

As an employee of Middlebury College, you will enjoy being part of a vibrant supportive community.

Benefits

Middlebury College offers its employees excellent compensation and other perks of employment including:

• MiddCard Privileges: access to athletic facilities, discounts at the College store, library privileges, and discounts at cultural and sporting events. In addition, the card allows door access to certain campus buildings. Spouses or domestic partners of benefits-eligible employees are eligible to receive a Spouse/Partner card with the same privileges as the employee card (except door access).

Middlebury College is an equal-opportunity employer where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. To this end, the College recruits talented and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across the United States and around the world. Middlebury College encourages applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of other protected classes and historically underrepresented communities. The College also invites applications from individuals who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.