Public Safety Officer; 2nd​/3rd Shift

Reports To:

Assistant Vice President of Public Safety & Transportation

Public Safety Officers are responsible for enforcing Bryant University rules and regulations, conducting investigations and responding to complaints, parking enforcement, traffic control, student/faculty escorts, premises security, fire alarms, and the general safety and security of students, faculty, staff, visitors and property. This essential personnel position requires the employee to report to work when the University is closed and during emergencies. We are seeking a Public Safety Officer (Shift to be determined at hire: 2nd Shift: 4pm to 2am, or 3rd Shift: 10pm – 8am) to join the Public Safety Department at Bryant University.

This full‑time, 40‑hour per week position offers excellent benefits including healthcare, life insurance, retirement, and tuition benefits. Public Safety Officers are members of the American Coalition of Public Safety, Local 9, collective bargaining unit.

• Assigned to a specific shift; must patrol a designated area, including but not limited to a patrol area, roving patrol (vehicle), parking lot, foot beat, fixed post, residence halls, Public Safety offices, or other assignments as directed.
• Enforce rules and regulations mandated by Bryant University, and in accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines; conduct patrols, security checks, traffic enforcement, property accountability, security escorts, and building safety and access control.
• Responsible for opening/closing and securing buildings and classrooms as directed; respond to calls for service, including disturbances, loud music, alcohol violations, medical assists, burglar/fire alarms.
• Conduct initial investigations and complete incident reports as directed; prepare handwritten forms neatly, accurately and completely; assist with on‑the‑job training of other personnel.
• Maintain positive communication and professional conduct when responding to incidents and interacting with students, employees and visitors; honesty, integrity and service are important characteristics.
• Comply with the rules and regulations of the University; maintain, account for and properly care for all property, equipment and uniforms issued during employment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, or Communication, or equivalent experience is required;
  Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in law enforcement, military, security or related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Professional and courteous when interacting with students, employees, visitors and the public.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission of providing security services in a multicultural community that recognizes, values, and utilizes individual differences and contributions of all people.
• Strong human relation skills; proven ability to interact with members of the community representing diverse backgrounds and interests.
• Above‑satisfactory oral and written communication skills; ability to write neat, accurate and complete incident reports.
• Must obtain and maintain CPR and Emergency First Aid certifications.
• Incumbent must become a State of RI licensed EMT and complete the RI College & University Public Safety Training Academy within two years of hire as a condition of continued employment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, schedules and overtime assignments.

The incoming candidate must satisfactorily complete a post‑offer physical examination, criminal background check, Department of Motor Vehicles check, and a psychological evaluation. The offer of employment is conditional upon favorable results on all assessments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

• Capable of walking up and down steps both inside and outside of buildings.
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors in assigned area in all types of weather conditions.
• Must be able to walk, sit, drive and stand for extended periods of time.
• Some lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to physically restrain individuals if necessary.

• Able to work well under stressful conditions. Able to quickly and effectively assess and react to emergency situations.
• Ability to think clearly amid changing priorities and circumstances.
• Maintain professional attitude and demeanor in difficult situations. Ability to multitask in a very busy work environment.
• Exercise sound judgment and maintain high level of confidentiality.

Posting Number: STA
02797

Work Hours:

Open Date: 05/20/2026. Open Until Filled:
Yes.

Required documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional documents:

• Other Document
• Letter(s) of Recommendation
• Licenses and Certifications

Office of Human Resources
1150 Douglas Pike
Smithfield, RI 02918