Safety Assistant, University Housing - Kent State University Residence Services

PositionTitle: Safety Assistant

Position Overview:

Safety Assistants assist in sustaining and improving campus safety and community relations inside of the residence halls. Safety Assistants are responsible for carrying out the mission of the department by performing rounds with the objective of sustaining and improving safety and inclusion in the residence halls. Assistants also assist with community development within the halls through interactions with residents and through escorts. Safety Assistants are required to work a minimum of 8 hours/week, including one weekend shift and one overnight shift each week.

Note: Applicants may be removed for using A.I. and not expressing individual thought in response to answers.

*Please refer to the bottom of this job description to view more detailed examples of job responsibilities and how they align to your personal and professional development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Not on sanction by the Office of Student Conduct and able to pass a background check (Housing only)
• 18 years or older; part-time or full-time student status at Kent State University.
• Abide by the hourly work week limit of 28 hours maximum per week in all on-campus jobs combined. For international students, this number is 20 hours per week when classes are in-session, and 28 hours per week when classes are not in-session (summer, spring break, fall break, winter break).
• Abide by all other policies and procedures outlined by University Housing and Culinary Services, the Division of Student Life, and Kent State University as well as all federal, state and local laws.
• Understanding of University Housing departmental values, and willingness to approach work following departmental values and mission statement.
• Demonstrated leadership and/or ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Other Requirements and Expectations:

• Trainings/Meetings - Attend and complete all required training as determined by supervisors and University Housing. Attend all scheduled meetings as determined by supervisors, including but not limited to team meetings, 1-1s, in-services, community service events, floor meetings, etc.
• Communication- Adhere to communication deadlines and expectations set forth by your direct supervisor or other professional staff members, including answering emails, text messages, and phone calls in a timely manner.
• Work Flexibility - Ability to work a flexible schedule, including non-traditional work hours, and practice good time management skills.
• Workstation - Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation and environment for students, guests, and all others.
• Customer Service - Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills to students, guests, employees, and all others. Promote positive public relations for Kent State University and University Housing. Contribute positively toward creating an inclusive and accepting environment.
• Frequently conduct rounds in various residence halls across campus.
• Work collaboratively with others to achieve the Division of Student Life, Kent State University, and the department’s mission and values.
• Commit to learning and implementing strategies to resolve conflicts with colleagues.
• Maintain possession of any departmental supplies or equipment.
• Be knowledgeable in computer software applications used to complete responsibilities.
• Commit to learning and implementing anti-racist and social justice-oriented strategies.
• Participate in evaluations to measure professional development and work competencies and assist in evaluation and assessment of the Safety program.
• Adhere to the dress code of the department/office.
• Assist with other departmental tasks as needed.
• Physicality- Heavy or work exerting up to 10-40 pounds of force occasionally.

To learn more about our office, visit: https://www.kent.edu/campus-safety