Job Description

Oberlin College and Conservatory Office of Campus Safety, Campus Safety Officer is a full-time (40 hours), continuing Campus Safety position reporting to the Assistant Director of Campus Safety. This uniformed position is non-sworn and unarmed. The position holds the internal rank of Officer.

The incumbent will have the general responsibility for life and property protection on the Oberlin College and Conservatory campus and the Allen Memorial Art Museum. They are to provide general and emergency public safety services and will be trained in all 3 areas of Campus Safety as Safety Officer, Museum Officer and Communications Officer.

Conduct patrol (mobile, bicycle, walking, etc.) of the campus and its facilities on an assigned duty or shift. Provide safety and security services to specific areas as assigned. Perform some traditional law enforcement duties typically assigned to security personnel. Respond promptly and professionally to requests from students, faculty, staff, and visitors for emergency and general security/safety services. Enforce the rules, regulations, and policies of OBERLIN COLLEGE AND CONSERVATORY AND THE ALLEN MEMORIAL ART MUSEUM, applicable local ordinances, along with state and federal laws necessary to maintain a peaceful and orderly academic environment. Conduct thorough security checks of all assigned College facilities to ensure their integrity and the safety of the people and contents. Promptly correct and/or report to the appropriate College office all observed safety, security, utility, environmental, and fire hazards. As assigned, conduct thorough investigation and inquiry into incidents involving a violation of College policy, criminal offenses, or suspicious circumstances; submit comprehensive written reports on all such incidents. Secure and open facilities as scheduled. Provide periodic inspections of various safety equipment located on campus. Stay well-informed of and promote crime prevention and fire safety. Greet visitors to the Campus Safety Office, Allen Memorial Art Museum, or Conservatory of Music in a welcoming, courteous, and friendly manner. Coordinate and perform all Campus Safety Office or Museum Security radio and telephone communications functions as necessary or as assigned on shifts. Receive, transmit, and coordinate radio and telephone messages to/from Campus Safety personnel and, when necessary, Facilities Operations, Conference Services, and other offices on the College Campus, along with local law enforcement and other public safety agencies. Coordinate the Campus Safety Office response to emergencies with the staff of other College offices and with public safety agencies. Telephone calls are to be answered in a friendly, courteous, and welcoming manner, evaluating the callers’ needs and providing requested assistance/information, or make an appropriate referral to other office staff or other College offices. Monitor comprehensive central alarm systems (fire safety, burglary/robbery detection, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, etc.) to determine system areas’ conditions. Alert appropriate personnel when alarms sound or visual scans detect problems Maintain an appropriate electronic or written log of all activities during assigned duty shift, including radio, telephone, and general support activities Complete various forms associated with reported security and safety discrepancies, work orders to the Facilities Operations Office, lost & found property, and crimes or other incidents Make appropriate notifications to other College offices, departments, and staff members in the event of emergencies or incidents involving exceptional or unusual circumstances. Fulfill requirements of a Campus Security Authority (CSA) as defined by the Jeanne Clery Act concerning reporting crimes to law enforcement authorities. Perform all related safety and security services or emergency/general duties requested by the Director, Assistant Director, Supervisor, or any other senior officer.

Required qualifications:

Must be at least 19 years of age with a valid Ohio Driver’s license and driving record that passes College insurability standards; MUST BE ABLE AND WILLING TO WORK FLEXIBLE HOURS AND DAYS DURING THE WEEK AND ON THE WEEKENDS AND BE AVAILABLE ON RELATIVELY SHORT NOTICE, AND FOR ADDITIONAL COVERAGE FOR EVENING AND WEEKEND ALLEN MEMORIAL ART MUSEUM EVENTS.; excellent oral and written communication skills (during the interview process, a writing sample is obtained); experience demonstrating the ability to interact in a sensitive, courteous and understanding way with members of a diverse residential and academic community, including students, faculty, staff, and the general public; experience demonstrating the ability to handle several projects simultaneously and to maintain composure in emergencies; experience must demonstrate the ability to work in a team setting to provide a safe and secure environment; and favorable references. Any offer made is contingent upon a pre-employment physical, drug test, and completion of a satisfactory comprehensive background.

To see full details and to apply, go to: https://jobs.oberlin.edu/postings/11747

Company Description

Oberlin College, an independent coeducational institution, holds a distinguished place among American colleges and universities established in 1833. Oberlin was the first college to grant undergraduate degrees to women in a coeducational program and, historically, was a leader in the education of African Americans. The Oberlin community is known for its academic and musical excellence and its commitment to social engagement and diversity.