Armed Public Safety Officer

Overview:

Under the direction of Quinnipiac University's Chief of Public Safety, we invite applications for the position of Armed Public Safety Officer. This is an opportunity to join the university toprotect and provide a safe and secure environment for our students,faculty, staff, and visitors. As an Armed Public Safety Officer, you will serve as a liaison and a resource to local law enforcement as needed.

Newly hired officers will be assigned to either the evening shift or the overnight shift, based on the needs of the department at time of hiring. The hourly rate of pay is $25.00. Evening and overnight shifts include shift differential pay.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,700students in more than 100-degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Computing & Engineering, Education,Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts& Sciences. Our 20 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting national and conference titles — including a 2023

NCAA national championship win in men’s ice hockey, a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team and NCAA Tournament appearances by many of our programs. The Quinnipiac University Pollis nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research,and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News &World Report and Princeton Review. The Wall Street Journal ranked

Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation, and second in Connecticut, for our exceptional graduation rate, salary impact,learning facilities, career preparation and learning opportunities.

The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal forboth traditional and adult learners, the development of innovative strategic partnerships, and recently opened South Quad with three state-of-the-art buildings.

As Quinnipiac grows, the university remains guided by the co revalues that define our community and shapes the experience of every student and employee.

• We are fiercely committed to ensuring every Bobcat thrives. Weare a lifelong partner for every learner.
• We passionately care about our community. Everyone should feel welcome and valued.
• We boldly shape our university's future. We will forge a path of impact together.

These values are the foundation of who we are and reflect the Quinnipiac spirit found across our campuses. For more information,please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook,Instagram, You Tube, Tik Tok and X.

• Armed first responder to all emergencies on campus to protect life and property.
• Responds to calls for service. Conducts preliminary investigation and writes thorough and detailed incident reports.
  
  Contacts local law enforcement as necessary.
• Responds with local law enforcement, fire and EMS to all emergencies occurring off campus at Quinnipiac owned properties.
• Conducts preventive patrols and makes routine security checksof all off campus buildings and structures.
• Detects and investigates criminal activity on university property.
• May detain persons who have committed offenses and turn custody over to local law enforcement.
• Conducts parking enforcement, issues citations, and tows vehicles as necessary.

• Conducts security patrols of all Quinnipiac properties 24/7,year-round. Patrols are made primarily by vehicle. Walking and bicycle patrols are also performed.
• Answers all alarm calls. Sets/resets alarms. Manages building access…