Campus Safety & Security Officer

Job Summary

Provides security for personnel, real property, and equipment. Investigates and documents crimes/incidents, documents and preserves evidence, may have to testify in court as part of job.

TITLE: Security Officer

DEPARTMENT: Police Department

REPORTS TO: Police Captain

CLASSIFICATION: Staff-12 months

EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD

STANDARD WORK HOURS: 40 hours per week

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt



Job Summary

Provides security for personnel, real property, and equipment. Investigates and documents crimes/incidents, documents and preserves evidence, may have to testify in court as part of job.

Essential Job Functions

Patrol university property in a vehicle, on foot or bicycle to provide security

Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.

Assist Patrol Officer with scheduling and approving reports.

Perform campus patrol, victim/witness assistance or as crime prevention officer.

May provide first aid services until medical assistance arrives.

Performs miscellaneous job duties as assigned.

Complete reports as necessary on fire alarms, incidents, thefts, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

Skill in use of first aid procedures

Ability to write reports containing technical information

Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to complete moderately complex administrative paperwork

Ability to gather and organize legal evidence

Skill in completing criminal investigations

Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations

Knowledge of laws, regulations, methods and university policies.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

Other Duties

Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

2 year degree preferred but not required

High School Diploma or GED

Licensing And Certifications

Possession of a valid Kentucky operator’s license.

Working Conditions

Ability to continuously stand or walk.

Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs and life frequently.

Ability to lift, carry, push, pull and move up to 50 pounds.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa

Internal candidates are encouraged to apply.

KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.