Temporary-Flexible Campus Safety Officer

Job Description:

The temporary-flexible campus safety officer is responsible for the safety and security of persons and property on Goucher's campus. These responsibilities are carried out through patrol (foot or mobile or a combination of both), or fixed post assignments. This is an essential personnel position. Temporary-flexible campus safety officers are hired with the understanding that they may work between 0-19 hours per week. Hours are not guaranteed, and employees from the temporary pool, will be called in on an as-needed basis, with as much advance notice as possible.

Essential Job Functions:

30% A. Greet and assist guests and visitors entering the campus, providing friendly and informative assistance. Monitor and enforce access control procedures to ensure only authorized personnel and visitors enter the premises. At specified times, Log all visitors entering and leaving the campus, accurately recording necessary details.

30% B. Maintain a vigilant presence, continuously observing surroundings and promptly addressing any security concerns or breaches.Monitor CCTV systems to oversee campus activities, traffic and identify any suspicious behavior or incidents.

15% C. Communicate effectively via radio with security team members and relevant personnel to coordinate responses and share information. Communicate and maintain good relationships with faculty, staff, students, other law enforcement agencies and public officials.

10% D. Check emails and other communication channels regularly to stay updated on campus events, security alerts, and operational changes.

5% E. Prepare and submit detailed reports on incidents, property damage and any security-related matters as required.

5% F. Support student worker program by training and working alongside individuals for events and activities.

Education:

Required: High School diploma

Preferred: Associates Degree

Professional Experience:

Required: 1 year of Customer Service Experience

Preferred: 2 years of Security, Greeter, Front Desk Experience

Licenses:

In accordance with Maryland Senate Bill 760 (2023), any individual employed as a security guard or loss prevention personnel must be licensed as a security guard. Employment in this role is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining a valid Maryland Security Guard Certification.

Job Category:

Staff

Pay Range:

$18.00-$21.00

Application Instructions:

Consideration of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Please submit the following application materials:

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• 3 references

Goucher College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No Visa sponsorship is offered for this position.

Goucher College is committed to increasing the equity of our community and seeks applicants dedicated to applying principles of equity and inclusion in all areas of the campus community.