Public Safety Officer I

Regent University • Virginia Beach, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Public Safety Officer will serve and provide for the public safety and protection of all Regent and CBN affiliates operating on campus. Primary responsibilities include operation of the Front Desk of the Corporate Support Building as an Armed Guard, with ancillary duties as assigned. Will be responsible to safeguard the lives and property of Regent University, CBN, and affiliates (otherwise known as the Regent/CBN Campus). Model professionalism, accountable to the best national practices of Public Safety, integrity and transparency in protecting campus constituents with a spirit of fairness, and justice. Responsible for enforcing the rules and regulations of Regent University and CBN. Work Location: Virginia Beach, VA Essential duties: Provide primary lobby security and physical access for the Corporate Support Building. Input, manage, and maintain the Genetec software including all profiles and information. Issue visitors badges as required and ensure badges are returned once the visitation is complete. Record visitation of all outside guests in the Genetec software including but not limited to time of arrival and time of departure, etc. Verify and process all vendor access ensuring addition to Genetec database. Provide initial computerized authorization/credentials to contractors operating at the Chairman’s residence and Regent/CBN Campus. Manage and maintain a daily list of employees who come in with no Access Control badge and report that list to Tech Div. on a daily basis. Record the person`s name, EID, supervisor and date. Issue the Vehicle Decal information for all CBN employees and staff as directed by Tech Div. Manager. Observe and report suspicious or unusual activity to detect and prevent intrusion. Perform routine campus interior/exterior building checks to ensure safety and security as assigned. Respond to emergencies, protecting people and property. Interact with staff and guests, providing assistance as needed. Provide crowd and traffic control as required, and issue Regent citations or warnings as necessary. Provide courier service for corporate officers for Regent and CBN as needed. All other duties assigned by Chain of Command and or proper authority. As essential personnel will be available for emergency recall. Additional Responsibilities : Assumes other duties as assigned by supervisor. Exposure to routine indoor and outdoor environments, including inclement weather. Duties are performed across Regent University and CBN campuses, including patrol vehicles, office settings, and on foot. May require extended hours and shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Essential On-Campus Personnel - Employees who, due to the nature of the services you provide, are expected to physically report to perform work on campus during inclement weather and other situations in which the normal on-campus schedule is suspended

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• An associate degree or a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Candidates must have:
• Work experience in security, law enforcement, or military (Preferred)
• Ability to be qualified in the use of firearms and maintain the department minimum standards; pass departmental physical fitness test, and drug screening and random urinalysis as required
• Certified or capable of obtaining CPR and First Aid certification
• Ability to effectively make critical decisions in emergency situations, potentially lead in exigent circumstances
• Ability to act independently with minimal supervision
• Basic computer skills and ability to multi-task
• Ability to interact in a positive, professional manner with the public and all levels of management
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to operate a variety of equipment, including department issued radio and other telecommunications systems
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good DMV record
• Must be able to meet and maintain department physical, uniform, and grooming standards
• Must meet department’s physical requirements to include appropriate vision and hearing, mental and physical standards to ensure participation in all training and job duties
• Must possess the manual dexterity and strength necessary to safely operate a firearm
• Ability to move quickly to include; running, bending, and lifting up to 150 lbs. and walking and standing for long periods of time
• Ability to complete and maintain DCJS qualified Armed Security Officer certification (training sponsored by RUPD)
• Be physically, emotionally, and mentally fit for duty, passing exams required annually or as directed
• Commitment to Regent’s core values of Excellence, Innovation, and Integrity

Nice To Haves

• Work experience in security, law enforcement, or military (Preferred)
• An associate degree or a bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary lobby security and physical access for the Corporate Support Building.
• Input, manage, and maintain the Genetec software including all profiles and information.
• Issue visitors badges as required and ensure badges are returned once the visitation is complete.
• Record visitation of all outside guests in the Genetec software including but not limited to time of arrival and time of departure, etc.
• Verify and process all vendor access ensuring addition to Genetec database.
• Provide initial computerized authorization/credentials to contractors operating at the Chairman’s residence and Regent/CBN Campus.
• Manage and maintain a daily list of employees who come in with no Access Control badge and report that list to Tech Div. on a daily basis.
• Record the person`s name, EID, supervisor and date.
• Issue the Vehicle Decal information for all CBN employees and staff as directed by Tech Div. Manager.
• Observe and report suspicious or unusual activity to detect and prevent intrusion.
• Perform routine campus interior/exterior building checks to ensure safety and security as assigned.
• Respond to emergencies, protecting people and property.
• Interact with staff and guests, providing assistance as needed.
• Provide crowd and traffic control as required, and issue Regent citations or warnings as necessary.
• Provide courier service for corporate officers for Regent and CBN as needed.
• All other duties assigned by Chain of Command and or proper authority.
• As essential personnel will be available for emergency recall.
• Assumes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Regent offers a wide range of generous benefits including health, life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; tuition incentives; fully vested retirement plans; life and disability insurance options, time off, and more.
• All regular faculty and staff serving at Regent and working a minimum of 30 hours per week will receive an attractive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees