Safety Services Officer

University of Northwestern Ohio

Position

• Safety Services Officer - Full-time - 3rd Shift

Description

• The Safety Services Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure campus environment for students, employees, and visitors. This role involves patrolling campus grounds, responding to security incidents and medical emergencies, enforcing university policies and parking regulations, monitoring facilities for safety hazards, and coordinating with emergency responders when needed. The officer also provides assistance services such as escorts, lockout assistance, and vehicle jump-starts, completes detailed incident reports, conducts security checks of buildings and equipment, and supports daily departmental operations. Regular and dependable attendance is an essential requirement of the position.

Working conditions and physical efforts:

• Work environment involves exposure to hazards or physical risks
• Work may involve being exposed to all weather conditions and changing temperatures for extended periods
• Physically capable of running and defending self or others
• Must be able to carry/drag heavy objects
• Occasionally lifting or carrying up to, but not limited to, 150 pounds

Work hours:

• 3rd Shift, 11:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m.

Days off:

• Discussed during the interview

Pay:

• Hourly wages discussed during interview

Requirements

• The ideal candidate can work independently while conducting campus security patrols, communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and complete required documentation accurately. They must be able to safely operate a vehicle, follow established policies and procedures, and enforce safety regulations in a professional manner. Strong interpersonal, customer service, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to remain calm during emergencies, provide protective services to the campus community, identify potential issues, and report concerns to the appropriate personnel.

Minimum job requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

Conditions of employment:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license

• Clean driving record

• Pass a criminal background check and drug test

• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or other categories protected by law.