Patrol / Communications Officer -Part Time (Fri-Sat-Sun 3 : 30pm to 11 : 45pm)

Job Description : Public Safety Officers perform a variety of tasks that help to ensure the day-to-day safety and security of the Arcadia University Community. Officers interact with the internal and external community during both non and emergency situations. Officers gather critical information while coordinating the emergency response, including working with campus partners, law enforcement, emergency services personnel, etc.

Public Safety Officers provide support to many areas of the University including Student Affairs, Facilities, Health Services, Academic Affairs and Athletics. Officers interact with students daily through safety escorts, lockouts and regular patrols.

Location : Glenside

Responsibilities :

• The primary responsibility of this position is to help ensure the safety and security of the Arcadia University community by conducting high visibility patrols of the administrative buildings, residential buildings, and grounds of university property, as assigned.
• Provides security presence in university buildings and facilities; Opens / secures University buildings and facilities according to specified schedules; prevents and detects and reports violations of university rules and regulations.
• Officers patrol campus buildings and grounds on foot, which includes climbing steps, driving a vehicle, and / or a bicycle and performing security checks as needed, gives directions, provides escorts and provides first aid.
• Responds to emergency situations including but not limited to security and phone activated alarms, fire alarms, evacuations, illnesses, and injuries, in a timely manner.
• Completes detailed written incident reports articulating the response and actions taken concerning emergency incidents, incidents that may violate University policies and public safety issues.
• Provides security services during special events such as Commencement, Open Houses, University weekend events, sporting events, social functions, etc.
• Monitors access into the Residence Halls and administrative buildings, responds to fire and security alarms. The monitoring shall include CCTV and Emergency Call Box activation.
• Enforces parking regulations throughout the university parking lots. Issues tickets and regulates campus vehicle and pedestrian traffic to enhance safety and expedite traffic flow.
• Acts as an information resource to students, visitors, guests, university personnel and incoming callers.
• Assess department equipment issued to officers and record distribution.
• Update Information Board and share pertinent information to department members.
• Supports the University Switchboard after normal business hours.
• Conducts radio checks with other Officers to ensure Officer Safety.
• Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) in accordance with the Jean Clery Campus Safety Act.
• This position may have additional responsibilities assigned by the Director of Public Safety.
• Uniforms, which must be worn while on duty, are provided by the University. Employees provide their own black footwear.

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Application Instructions :

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based, authentic educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has consistently ranked Arcadia first in the nation for study abroad, and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the "Best in the Northeast" for 10 consecutive years. The University's graduate programs in Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Education, and Public Health are nationally ranked in their respective categories by U.S. News & World Report, which cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and a top performer for social mobility. Arcadia is home to a close-knit and welcoming community that supports students throughout their journey. Arcadia's quality academic programs, unique approach to a liberal arts education, and supportive community guide students toward degree completion and career success. Learn more about our vibrant community at .

We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they will incorporate our values in their work.

At Arcadia University, our Lived Values are the foundation of our highly regarded, values-based learning community, which reflects the world in which we want to live. As such, Arcadia actively seeks and welcomes candidates who embrace those values. Arcadia prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or military veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.

Arcadia offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, generous tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Position Code : PPN16F