Armed Public Safety Officer

Join to apply for the Armed Public Safety Officer role at Saint Vincent College

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Armed Public Safety Officer role at Saint Vincent College

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Description

Description

Position Title: Armed Public Safety Officer

Reports To:
Public Safety Officer Supervisor/Director of Public Safety

Supervises: None

Primary Function

This position is responsible for protecting life and property, maintaining peace and order, controlling, and preventing crime and upholding College standards of conduct. Detects and prevents crime, enforces all Saint Vincent rules and regulations, enforces relevant Pennsylvania Statutes.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent. College credits preferred, Pennsylvania Act 120, Municipal Police Officer Training, Retired State Police (or equivalent) and Pennsylvania Act 235, Lethal Weapons Certification.

At least one-year experience in security or law enforcement. Experience working with the public is highly desirable. Ability to pass physical exam, psychological screening, and extensive background investigation. Must be at least 21 years of age. Strong communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to remain calm under stressful conditions and diffuse circumstances which might otherwise result in the need for the use of force.

Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automatic External Defibrillator (AED), First Aid, ASP Baton, and Pepper Spray. Valid PA driver's license. Attends and successfully completes all Department of Public Safety mandatory training, including weapon qualification.

Essential Duties

• Patrol Saint Vincent Archabbey College and Seminary grounds by vehicle, bicycle and on foot to prevent and detect violations of Saint Vincent rules and regulations, vandalism, fires, disorderly conduct, theft, etc. Report all violations and incidents to appropriate authorities.
• Enforce Pennsylvania laws as allowed by Saint Vincent policy.
• Report all safety, medical emergencies, accidents, hazardous conditions and any unusual situations to appropriate authorities. Provide student and employee security escort services as requested.
• Provide first aid until competent medical authority arrives. This includes CPR and the use of the Automatic External Defibrillator.
• Respond to fire alarms and assist fire department. Determine the need for shelter for evacuees. Respond to burglar alarms. Arm or disarm alarm systems. Assist in conducting fire alarm testing and drills. Respond to other types of alarms such as temperature, water levels, and boiler low pressure.
• Properly and safely carry and use, when necessary, various security devices (OC, Baton and firearm).
• Investigate complaints and traffic accidents on Saint Vincent property. Conduct follow-up investigations as needed. Detect, analyze, preserve, and collect evidence for use in student disciplinary proceedings. Operate camera (Digital) to record crime scene. Prepare diagrams of accidents and crime scenes. Conduct interviews with Witnesses, Victims and Suspects. Obtain statements. Protect Crime scenes.
• Prepare for and present testimony at student disciplinary proceedings and District Court.
• Lock and unlock buildings, facilities and rooms as required.
• Monitor traffic for speeding with PA approved device and moving violations. Enforce parking violations. Determine need to issue parking Saint Vincent citations and/or PA citations. Use an immobilization device when needed.
• Monitor and operate closed circuit television systems throughout campus. Review recording devices to determine evidence of crimes. Make copies of incidents and retain as evidence for future administrative or criminal investigative use.
• Direct traffic for special events and as needed.
• Prepare all the required paperwork.
• Operate computer equipment and programs. This includes, but not limited to Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Automated Records Management System, and System Galaxy. Must be able to use the college’s email system.
• Comply with all written and verbal instructions. Research appropriate Saint Vincent publications for policy…