Position Purpose:
The Campus Public Safety Officer Level 2 supports learning by
handling emergency situations and enforcing Aurora University
policies, and federal and state laws as they apply to the campus
community. Supports the Campus Public Safety mission by utilizing a
community policing philosophy and works collaboratively with all
members of the campus community to maintain a high quality of life.
Work under the direct supervision of the Chief of Campus Public
Safety and the Campus Public Safety Supervisors.
Core Competencies:
- Represents Aurora University in the most positive manner with
prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and
the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group
of faculty, staff, students and other customers of our service,
learns and uses operating practices of the department and Aurora
University.
Upholds the Mission Statement: Aurora University is an
inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of
learning. As a teaching-centered institution, we encourage
undergraduate and graduate students to discover what it takes to
build meaningful and examined lives. Our singular goal is to
empower our students to achieve lasting personal and professional
success.
Handles all information with tact and discretion and recognizes
the confidential nature of university business.
Supports learning through performance of essential job
functions and performing other duties and functions as necessary or
as assigned.
Essential Job Functions:
- Handles all emergency situations arising on campus, ranging
from personal injuries, fires, threats to individuals, and all
other crisis situations.
- Enforces all applicable and appropriate federal, state and
local laws, and University policies. Reports all security and
safety violations and hazards. Reports incidents of misbehavior to
proper campus authority; serves as a positive role model for
students; provides general campus supervision.
- Provides visible patrols of the campus to deter crime and
maintain a high quality of life on campus.
- Provides assistance and direction to campus visitors and
guests.
- Exercises physical control only to the extent reasonably
necessary to maintain order, protect property, protect the health
and safety of students and faculty, or to maintain proper and
appropriate conditions to learning.
- Responds when Physical Properties or other appropriate
personnel are not available for any other emergency
circumstances.
Essential Job Requirements:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree required but may be substituted by relevant
training and experience.
- Active Illinois Law Enforcement Police Officer Certification
required, or reinstatement of a previously held certification
within a reasonable timeframe as defined by the Chief of Campus
Public Safety.
- Must comply with all training requirements as designated by the
Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board.
Experience:
- Prior experience in higher education preferred.
- Prior experience in a community-based public safety environment
preferred.
Skills:
- Knowledge of campus regulations in connection with student
conduct; laws pertaining to juveniles; the effects of alcohol and
controlled substances on behavior.
- A working knowledge of appropriate federal, state, and local
laws including the Campus Security Act of 1997.
- Ability to work cooperatively with faculty and staff.
- Ability to interpret rules and regulations.
- Ability to enforce rules and regulations firmly and
fairly.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to write reports and maintain appropriate documentation
according to departmental standards.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to walk for extended periods, stand for extended
periods.
- Ability to move about campus on foot at a rapid pace.
- Ability to run up stairs carrying heavy equipment (up to 50
lbs.).
- Ability to use computer, office equipment.
- Ability to speak to individuals and groups, ability to hear
verbal conversation.
- May occasionally be required to physically subdue combative
subjects, must maintain an appropriate level of physical ability
accordingly.
- Visual acuity (with or without correction) to read
reports.
Special Requirements:
- Minimum 21 years of age.
- Valid Illinois Driver's license with a safe driving
record.
- Available to be called in to work or held over until released
by the Chief of Campus Public Safety or his/her designee in
emergency situations.
- Ability to work any shift.
- Ability to achieve and maintain firearm proficiency at an
acceptable level.
- Possess a valid Firearm Owner's Identification Card
(FOlD).
- No felony convictions.
- Successfully pass a thorough background investigation, a
polygraph examination, a psychological evaluation, and a medical
examination which will include a pre-employment drug
screening.
The anticipated pay rate for this position is $27.50 per
hour. This compensation is subject to change at the sole
discretion of the university, based on institutional needs.
