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Colgate University Campus Safety Officer in Hamilton, New York
NY1499268 Campus Safety Officer needed for Colgate University in Hamilton, NY.
Pay rate is $20.77 per hour.
Specific duties include but are not limited to the following: -Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the university and campus safety department policies and procedures. -Enforce the Student Code of Conduct and university policies. -Provide information, directions, and general assistance to university community members both in person and via the phone. -Receive emergency and non-emergency calls requesting Campus Safety assistance. Determine nature, location, and priority of calls to Campus Safety and dispatch personnel accordingly. -Send and receive radio communications to / from Campus Safety Officers, other campus partners, and outside agencies. -Coordinate incident response with 911 dispatch and other outside agencies. -Conduct timely case investigations and write case reports, following established procedures. -Provide incident response support. -Monitor and respond to campus fire alarms. Investigate to determine if outside agency response is warranted. -Maintain required dispatch logs and records. -Patrol the campus for suspicious and/or illegal behavior, safety hazards, public assistance opportunities. -Perform building tours and lock-ups / unlocks. -Provide vehicular and pedestrian traffic control services. -Assist motorists with disabled vehicles on campus. -Enforce university parking regulations and issue citations for violations. -Conduct special event safety and security risk assessments and walkthroughs. -Participate in special event safety and security details. -Provide basic first aid and lay first responder emergency medical care. -Participate in department community outreach programs. -Provide safety and security education to university community members. -May train and/or have oversight of others, such as student employees.
Requirements:
Professional Experience/ Qualifications:
-Excellent oral and written communication skills required along with the ability to interact effectively in a diverse community.
-Ability to multitask and perform in a busy and stressful environment is essential.
-Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
-Ability to complete assigned tasks and follow up efficiently and promptly is essential.
-An understanding of the constraints and legal/ethical requirements of confidentiality and privilege of information required.
-Must be able to successfully complete the five day Security Officer Academy or demonstrate successful completion of the NYS Police Officer Basic Academy.
-Must be able to successfully complete the departments Campus Safety Officer Field Training program for both components of patrol and dispatch.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, enough to enter data, and familiarity with CAD or Banner desired.
-Experience with access control, closed-circuit television (CCTV) or two way radios desired.
-Previous related work experience as a campus safety/security officer or police officer, and/or prior experience working in a college or university public safety environment is preferred.
-Experience in recognizing and resolving and/or referring to emergency and stressful situations highly desired.
-Knowledge of local and state laws desired.
Education : -High school diploma or equivalent required. -Associates degree in criminal justice or related field or equivalent military experience preferred.
Certifications: -Must be able to meet all requirements of the New York State Security Guard Act of 1992 in order to be registered and maintain registration as a Security Guard. -Must be able to attain CPR, AED, and First Aid certification. -A current valid drivers license, in accordance with the University's Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required.
To Apply: https://careers.colgate.edu/postings/5665