Public Safety Officer Jobs

Public Safety Certified Security Officers are responsible for proper patrol of areas or posts, as assigned. Such personnel must conduct themselves in a professional manner and display courtesy to all individuals with whom they have contact. Emphasis must be placed on positive communication and interaction with students, employees and visitors. Public Safety Officers must wear official uniforms which are issued by the Office of Public Safety & Security (OPSS) at Saint Joseph’s University (SJU).

Public Safety Officers are assigned to a specific shift; they must patrol a certain area of assignment, including but not limited to a patrol area, roving patrol (vehicle), parking lot, foot beat, fixed post, residence hall, Public Safety Headquarters, or other assignments, as directed by a Public Safety Shift Supervisor, Shift Manager, Assistant Director or the Director of Public Safety & Security.

Enforce rules and regulations, as mandated by SJU, and in accordance with federal, state and local guidelines; conducting patrols, security checks, traffic enforcement, property accountability, security escorts, and building safety and access control.
Responsible for opening/closing and securing buildings and classrooms, as directed; respond to calls for service, including but not limited to disturbances, loud music, alcohol violations, sick assists, burglar/fire alarms.
Conduct initial investigations and complete Incident Reports, as directed by a Public Safety Shift Supervisor; preparing handwritten forms neatly, accurately and completely, including but not limited to patrol logs, guest logs, key control logs and patrol cards; assist with on-the-job training of other personnel.
Maintain positive communication and professional conduct when responding to incidents and interacting with students, employees and visitors; honesty, integrity and service are important characteristics of a Public Safety Officer.
Comply with the rules and regulations of the University and the OPSS; maintain, account for and properly care for all property, equipment and uniforms issued during employment; be consistently dependable with attendance.

Capable of walking up and down steps both inside and outside of buildings
Willingness and ability to walk outdoors in your assigned area in all types of weather conditions
Must be able to walk, sit, drive and stand for extended periods of time
Some lifting up to 25-30 pounds
Public Safety Officers are assigned to one of three specific shifts for either 12 months or 9 months of the year

High School Diploma
A minimum of three years of experience in law enforcement, military, security or related field
Pennsylvania Act 235 Certification
Valid driver’s license
Ability to operate a motor vehicle
Must have the ability to be professional and courteous when interacting with students, employees, visitors and the public
Above-satisfactory oral and written communication skills; ability to write neat, accurate and complete incident reports
Must be proficient in writing and speaking in the English language
Understanding of and commitment to the mission of Saint Joseph’s University

Background in policing/law enforcement
Previous experience working in higher education
Knowledge of the Clery Act