Campus Safety Officer - FT/4 pm- midnight na Munson-Williams Proctor Institute

Campus Safety Officer 

Munson seeks a security professional to work from 4 P.M. to Midnight, Wednesday through Sundays.. Includes inside and outside patrol and dispatch desk duties. Compensation for evenings and night shift is $18.50 per hour. Benefits include PTO, Retirement Plan and Health Insurance Options. Current NYS Guard license required.

Campus Safety Officers conduct active and random patrols of the Munson campus grounds and buildings in uniform, on foot, or by vehicle, to ensure the effective execution of the mission of the department in providing a safe and secure environment for individuals and property at Munson.

OUR CULTURE: 
Munson is committed to community engagement and belonging. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background, and we welcome the unique perspectives and experiences they bring. If your skills and qualifications align with this opportunity, we invite you to apply to join our team. This position will model the values and culture of the organization to colleagues and the public by being welcoming, inclusive and respectful and will value collaboration across the organization,. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Patrols occupied and/or vacant buildings and grounds in assigned areas to detect criminal activity, security breaches, safety hazards and maintenance problems.  Initiates appropriate and necessary action to eliminate problems reported or discovered.  Locks and unlocks buildings and rooms according to schedule or staff, faculty, or student needs.
• Responds to reported incidents and calls for service, takes necessary action as appropriate for the situation according to guidelines established by Munson-Williams and departmental policies and procedures.  Assists victims of crimes with making police complaints if desired.
• Writes and submits in a timely manner complete, detailed, and accurate reports concerning incidents, accidents, calls for service, and patrol activities.
• Enforces campus traffic and parking regulations, directs pedestrian and vehicle traffic, provides information and directions, helps arrange assistance for motorists with mechanical problems, issues parking tickets, and arranges towing of vehicles as necessary
• Assists Munson and Pratt Munson campus officials, local law enforcement agencies, fire and other public safety official in the performance of those duties which relate to the mission of the department in maintaining law, order, and public safety at Munson
• Performs various duties consistent with Munson’s fire prevention and general safety programs.  These include inspection of fire safety equipment, conducting fire drills, and routine area inspection for physical or general OSHA safety hazards.
• Attend and participate in department meetings and successfully complete mandatory and other assigned training programs.  Training may occur during regularly scheduled days and hours or at other times.  Attendance at training programs may require travel.
• Perform duties outlined for Dispatcher for short periods of relief or full shifts in a staffing shortage.  In case of an emergency or serious incident, the senior officer on duty will function as the officer in charge until relieved by a supervisor.
• Be available for additional work assignments in addition to regularly scheduled shifts.  This may include security for special events, manpower shortages, and weather or natural disaster emergencies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Requires high school diploma and 1 to 3 years of job-related experience. College coursework in criminal justice or related human services discipline, specialized training in security and safety and/or 2 years of experience in a college or institutional setting or police or peace officer experience with certified academy training is preferred.
• NYS Security Guard license is required
• Excellent interpersonal and telephone skills are necessary. Candidates must be able to operate communications equipment such as two-way radio, CCTV and security alarms. Ability to effectively communicate with staff, students, faculty and visitors an integral part of position. Previous experience as radio dispatcher/telephone operator preferred
• May be asked to serve on Munson interdivisional committees

COMPUTER, MACHINE AND EQUIPMENT SKILLS:

Personal computer skills that include the ability to send/receive e-mail messages, post information to a database or spreadsheet, and perform advanced word processing, bookkeeping, and/or data entry.  Knowledge/use of computer, printer, photocopier, phone system, fax machine, and scanner.  Requires experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and various software programs. Working knowledge of computerized intrusion alarm, access control, fire alarm and CCTV systems required.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND DEMANDS: 

Lifting Requirements: Must possess the ability to exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally, and up to 5 lbs. of force frequently. Weights over 50 lbs. should only be moved with assistance. 

MENTAL AND VISUAL DEMAND: 

Close mental and visual attention required to perform work dealing primarily with observation and intervention of possible safety hazards and extensive reading. Campus safety operates 24/7.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: 

Work is performed in both internal and external environments. Work regularly performed in outdoor settings during all weather conditions.

REQUIRED TRAININGS: 

Complete required initial, annual, and as needed trainings, including but not limited to: Safety Trainings, NYS Sexual Harassment Training, and other trainings as assigned.

The final candidate will be required to complete a post-offer, pre-employment background check.

Munson is an equal opportunity employer.