Part-time Security Officer - Chatham University

Part-time Security Officer

Chatham University has an immediate opening for a Part-time Security Officer in the University's Public Safety department.

Security Officers within the Department of Public Safety are unarmed and under the direct supervision of the Chief of Police. Uniforms and a yearly uniform allowance will be provided. Candidates must pass an extensive background investigation, drug and alcohol random testing (to include reasonable suspicion and post-accident).

This position will add to Chatham's mission "to prepare students to build lives of purpose, value and fulfilling work...by preparing graduates to be informed and engaged citizens in their communities; to recognize and respect the diversity of culture, identity, and opinion; and to live sustainably." Building on this mission, Chatham is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive learning, living and working environment for all members of the campus community. Learn more at: www.chatham.edu.

Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention. Learn more at: https://www.chatham.edu/mission-and-values/diversity-and-inclusion/index.html.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct vigilant, all-weather, foot and mobile patrols of all university facilities for suspicious activity, criminal activity, and hazardous conditions.
• Maintain high visibility to serve as a deterrent to criminal acts and protect the life safety of those on campus.
• Respond to emergencies by assessing the situation, employing tact, diplomacy, and individual judgment to remedy and/or maintain control.
• Complete necessary administrative forms, reports, and logs related to incidents and activities.
• Provide crowd control and/or traffic control during scheduled activities or during emergency situations as necessary.
• Attend internal and/or external training courses, classes, and seminars to further develop skills and knowledge.
• Communicate with community members and first responder agencies to address ongoing events/incidents and meet university needs, to include gathering pertinent information from participants and/or witnesses.
• Enforce university policies on access control, smoking, and parking, to include issuing university citations when necessary.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent combination of training and experience required
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License
• Ability to physically stand or walk for the entirety of assigned shift and lift 50 lbs.
• Act 235 or prior security experience (preferred)Certification in emergency first aid, CPR, and AED (preferred)

Salary:

This position will be filled at the hourly rate of $21.30.

How to Apply:

Applications accepted only via www.chatham.edu/careers (direct link is https://chatham.applicantpro.com/jobs/3490095) and follow the instructions to complete the application process. To ensure full consideration, please include:

• Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the position
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Contact information for three professional references

All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. The system will not allow applicants to make edits to their applications after submission.

Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Persons of color, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, or national origin.

Chatham University offers competitive salary, an excellent benefits package, including tuition remission for qualified personnel, and a generous retirement plan.