Security & Safety Officer - 2nd Shift

Bucks County Community College • Newtown, PA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

It’s great to work at a place where people are truly committed to serving our students! We’re committed to bringing passion and energy to our College. Visit our Life Page on LinkedIn to explore our dynamic campus culture, hear from current employees, and discover what makes Bucks County Community College a great place to work! Full-Time 2nd Shift Security and Safety Officer (3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.) Newtown Campus Security and Safety Officer provides assistance, protection and safety of students and staff while protecting property against threats such as fire, theft, and vandalism. Renders emergency medical assistance. Patrols building, grounds and parking lots for hazards, problems, etc. Enforces college regulations pertaining to motor vehicles and student codes of conduct. Monitors and regulates traffic flow into parking lots and checks for violations. Locks and unlocks buildings and campus gates. Investigates campus incidents and files reports. Assists police, fire and EMS personnel with responses pertaining to campus events, activities, and/or emergencies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of work experience in security or law enforcement.
• Valid operator's license.
• Clear motor vehicle record.
• Ability to perform continuous interior and exterior foot patrols on rotating shifts, under all weather conditions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing and work with diverse groups of people.
• Willing and able to work all shifts and campuses under all weather conditions.
• Capable of extensive walking and/or standing throughout an eight (8) hour shift.
• Capable of navigating up and down stairs carrying 50 lbs. of equipment.
• Capable of continuous stair navigation throughout an eight (8) hour shift.
• Must successfully complete new officer training program conducted by the Office of Security and Safety.
• Must be certified or become certified in First Responder, Emergency Responder or equivalent, and keep the certification current (College will provide training).
• Must be certified or become certified in CPR/AED and keep the certification current (College will provide training).
• Capable of dragging 150 lbs. a distance of 50 feet.

Nice To Haves

• EMT certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrols buildings and grounds of the College, on foot and in vehicles using electronic check-in stations as required.
• Enforces rules and regulations of the College, and the Student Code of Conduct of the College.
• Assists in ensuring the safety and protection of students, employees, and visitors on College property and renders assistance and transportation, as needed.
• Enforces College regulations pertaining to security, safety, and proper use of College property, and is alert for hazards on the premises which would endanger the safety of persons on campus.
• Reports all irregularities, (ex: fire hazards, leaks, etc.) to the Office of Security and Safety.
• Locks and unlock doors as necessary, examine windows, lights, and gates to ensure that they are secure.
• Files reports where corrective action is required.
• Patrols all parking lots and College roadways, and issues violation notices and warnings for illegally parked vehicles.
• Enforces safe driving on campus and assists motorists with disabled vehicles, as necessary.
• Investigates accidents, files reports on all types of incidents on College property and notifies the police and fire departments when the situation warrants.
• Provides assistance to emergency vehicles coming on campus.
• Regulates vehicle and pedestrian traffic on College property to maintain an orderly flow.
• Issues parking permits when required for students, employees, and visitors.
• Inspect equipment and machinery for hazards, conducts Boiler Room checks as required by Office of Security and Safety and Physical Plant.
• In the course of patrol conducts inspection of all fire alarms and extinguishers to see that they are in working order.
• Inspects all battery-operated emergency lights to ensure they are working properly.
• Assist students, employees, and visitors by giving information and directions.

Benefits

• Bucks County Community College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, 403B pension plan, life insurance, short & long-term disability, generous paid time off, tuition waivers, tuition assistance, wellness center, cafeteria, and free parking on a beautiful Bucks County campus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED