Public Safety Officer

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.

Benefits:

We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.

Job Summary:

As guardians of the campus, Public Safety Officers provide the highest quality of public safety to faculty, staff, students, and visitors. Public Safety Officers support PLNU’s Mission by fostering a safe learning, working, and living environment.

Salary:
Pay: $21.32 per hour

Internal Classification: Career Track - Support Job Level - 3

Job Status:

Full time

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Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property on foot and/or assigned motor vehicle; monitors surveillance equipment; inspects buildings, parking lots, equipment, and access points; performs lock/unlock procedures; permitting entry.

• Provides escort services for visitors, students, staff, and faculty, as necessary; provides other public assistance, such as lockout services, jump-starts, and routine information.

• Watches for and reports irregularities, such as security breaches, facility, and safety hazards, and emergency situations; contacts emergency responders, such as police, fire, and/or ambulance personnel, as required.

• Prevents losses and damage by reporting irregularities; informing violators of policy and procedures.

• Provides Traffic Control (directing motorists) as well as enforcement of PLNU Vehicle Code.

• Prepares written reports of daily activities, observations, and incidents.

• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; evaluating new equipment and techniques.

• Acts as a first responder to alarms, collisions, injuries, and other emergencies.

• Uses a radio or other communication devices in a clear and concise manner.

• Answering phone calls to the Public Safety dispatch line, dispatching officers accordingly, and keeping detailed and accurate log entries in CAD.

• Greeting and assisting walk-in customers to the Department of Public Safety.

• Monitoring the Public Safety dispatch email account.

• Monitoring the university surveillance system.

• Acting as an operator of the university mass notification system, access control system, and alarm monitoring software.

• Issuing employee and student ID cards – monitoring and tracking ID card charges, supply inventory, and technical support issues.

• Receiving and logging lost & found items and collaborating with the main lost and found coordinator.

• Assist with office duties (i.e. inventory, ordering supplies, mail distribution, etc.)

• Covering Welcome Center duties as needed.

• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Understanding and commitment to the spiritual mission of the University.

• Current California Security Guard registration or the ability to obtain a Security Guard license from the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services within 30 days of hire.

• Current certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED use or the ability to complete training and obtain certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED use within 30 days of hire.

• Valid California Driver’s License with a safe driving record.

• High School diploma or GED certificate. (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)

• Experience as a law-enforcement or security officer and/or experience using two-way radio communication.

• Basic knowledge of access control software/hardware, surveillance camera software/hardware, CAD software systems, mass notification software systems, and ID card creation software/hardware.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. (Bilingual preferred)

• Strong interpersonal ski