About the Opportunity

Community Safety Officers are non-sworn civilian officers who support the University by establishing and maintaining a safe atmosphere for the students, visitors, faculty and staff at West Virginia University by providing routine patrol of areas and being a first point of contact for public assistance.

What You'll Do

• Provide proactive patrols of assigned area on campus to observe persons and property therein for the purpose of reducing and preventing criminal activities. Checks buildings for security, being alert for situations of deficiencies that make WVU vulnerable to crime. Corrects or reports noted deficiencies. Responds to routine and emergency calls and takes appropriate action to support Campus Police Officers.
• Works to develop a positive relation with all members of the campus community including students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Advises public on ways to make them more secure and seeks public support for crime prevention. Hands-on presence on campus by developing and maintaining a positive rapport with students, visitors, faculty, and staff. Actively participate in crime prevention and community policing activities. Assists the general public by answering inquiries, providing directions, and other similar general service activities.
• Patrols campus during special events such as concerts, football and basketball games, and other similar activities which draw large crowds of people. Directs traffic after said events to alleviate congestion. Provides for crowd control, including assisting Campus Police Officers in subduing large numbers of intoxicated persons.
• Watches for fire, fire hazards, safety hazards, and other dangerous or damaging situations. Takes appropriate action when a water leak, chemical spill, or other related hazardous condition is detected.
• Administers first-aid to injured or sick persons and provides or arranges for necessary transportation.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.