Campus Safety Event Officer

Posted: 02-Oct-25

Location: Hamilton, New York

Categories: Security/Public Safety, Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 4887

Accountabilities:

Officer

• Patrol and inspect all areas of assigned event, assuming responsibility for the safety and security of people and property on campus.
• Assigned events may be, but are not limited to, sporting events, lectures, concerts, First Year Student arrival, commencement, and any other special events scheduled on campus requiring additional Campus Safety Officer to be present.
• Evaluates situations, problems, emergencies and uses discretion to resolve the problem, or notifies and refers to the proper personnel in the department's chain of command.
• Responds quickly, responsibly and professionally to any emergency or stressful situation; renders first aid and/or performs CPR and/or AED as necessary. Training will be provided to those not currently certified.
• Assertively and professionally manages and controls traffic, crowds, unruly and/or intoxicated individuals.
• Maintains a working knowledge of university and department policies and procedures, keeping up-to-date on required information to effectively enforce and warn violators of rule infractions.

Outreach/Diversity

• Communicates and interacts effectively with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff and visitors on a routine basis.
• Works in collaboration with the Dean of College staff, faculty and student groups to promote an inclusive campus community culture.
• Participates in educational sessions on any university policy related to student conduct, sexual misconduct, sexual harassment and bias-related conduct.
• Promotes understanding of similarities and differences in student populations and diverse cultures in all areas of the university community.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

About Colgate University

Colgate University is a highly selective residential liberal arts institution distinguished by academic excellence and interdisciplinary inquiry. Located on a beautiful campus in upstate New York, Colgate takes pride in the active engagement of its students and faculty in local, national, and global communities.