Student Patrol Officer; STUDENT​/STUDY

Student Patrol Officer (STUDENT/WORK STUDY)

Job Summary
This is an hourly position for current registered students (work-study available).

As part of the Department of Public Safety (DPS) team, Student Patrol Officers (SPOs) serve as leaders by offering front line customer service and support to students, faculty, staff and visitors of the University of Michigan-Flint campus. SPOs provide positive interactions through operation of campus Safe Ride services, facilitation of found property services, and serving as the eyes, ears and smiles of the Department of Public Safety while representing themselves and the University of Michigan-Flint in a professional and courteous manner.

• Student guards will operate Safe Ride van providing campus transportation within the established geofence.
• Student guards will patrol, observe, and report occurrences in and about the campus, via portable radio unit, to the Communications Officer. Including any criminal damage or activity found in their area of assignment, such as: broken windows, damaged furniture, or any other vandalized or damaged University property.
• Prepare daily logs.
• Uphold all federal, state, and local laws in addition to University rules and regulations in all areas of University jurisdictions.
• Initiate and submit reports.
• Assist in the orderly evacuation of residence halls and university buildings, in the event of a fire and/or fire alarm or other emergency when requested by campus security officers.
• Assist students, Residential Life staff, Campus Security Officers, and Emergency Medical personnel in emergencies when appropriate or helpful.
• Promote and provide safeguard services to the campus community.
• Make frequent fire prevention checks which include: checking fire alarm pull boxes and fire extinguishers, reporting missing or burnt-out exit signs, missing fire extinguishers, and all unsafe conditions.
• Other duties as assigned by DPS supervision.

• Current registered student at a college/university- open to students outside of UM-Flint.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• No arrests or convictions.
• Good communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal).
• Knowledge of the University of Michigan-Flint and the surrounding community.
• Possess initiative, attention to detail, and a positive attitude.
• Desire to assist others and provide excellent customer service as an individual and as part of a team.
• Demonstrate professional etiquette in all interactions.
• Able to work a flexible schedule. Available shifts vary: days, afternoons, evenings, weekends.