24-09 Security Officer 1 (Three Vacancies) - Public Safety Department

Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. West Chester University of Pennsylvania’s Public Safety Department invites applicants for three vacant Security Officer positions. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.

As part of the Finance and Administration Division at West Chester University, the members of the Department of Public Safety are committed to enhancing the university experience by maintaining a safe, orderly and inviting environment for our students, employees and guests to study, work and enjoy all of what the university has to offer. In partnership with our community, we are committed to being campus guardians and to serve our community by treating all with respect, compassion, and fairness.

All Security Officers are responsible for providing security services to the university community and for the protection of state property. To help to maintain the safety and wellbeing of our campus community, Security Officers are responsible for active patrol of our campus property. This includes all residence halls, academic buildings, parking garages, and campus grounds.

The ideal candidate possesses a firm understanding of the role of security in a university environment. A successful candidate must embrace the concept of fair and impartial enforcement with respect for the rights of others.

Responsibilities include:

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  Answer phone calls, both emergency and non-emergency, transfer calls to the appropriate department and provide information on university events, policies and procedures
• Monitor closed circuit camera system
• Handle callers and walk in traffic in emergency and non-emergency situations in a problem-solving way that projects a positive image
• Detect and limit all contraband from entering the residence; make sure all students and their guest present valid picture identification upon entering the residence halls and conduct periodic floor checks during assigned duty shifts
• Enforce university parking regulations; provide security for special events.
• Assist in medical emergencies, fires and fire drills

• GED or high school diploma
• A valid driver's license
• Must have clean criminal record
• Ability to use computers and electronic handheld devices

• Experience in the security or law enforcement fields
• Experience working in a campus community or similar environment such as parking or crowd control
• Ability to work under varying weather conditions
• Ability to remain alert and to act quickly and calmly in emergencies
• Demonstrated excellent customer service and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to enforce violations of the student code of conduct fairly while maintaining a respectful demeanor

There is a shift differential of $1 per hour available for second and third shift assignments.

Candidates must apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcupa. Electronic submission allows for cover letter and resume attachments (required).

Applicants must successfully complete the interview process to be considered as a finalist.

Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances WCU's educational mission. The University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer encouraging diversity. Women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all pre-employment criminal background checks.