"Public Safety Officer"

Job Description

Public Safety Officer

Wright State University

EEO Statement: Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title: Public Safety Officer

Job Category: Other

Department: Public Safety

EEO number: 25C338

Position FTE: 100% FTE

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate: 20.00

Salary Band: UC HR3

Job Summary/Basic Function
As a non-sworn Public Safety Officer, you will serve under general direction from members of the department of public safety or its administration, and in accordance with broad operating procedures, perform a variety of duties and tasks related to providing safety and security to university buildings, grounds, and personnel by properly enforcing all applicable university policies, procedures, and regulations. Assist police in basic non-criminal incidents to enhance the safety and security of WSU.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to gather and classify information and prepare clear, concise reports.
• Willing and able to work rotating shifts (nights, weekends, holidays) and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Must be willing and eligible to attend state-certified basic peace officer training (sponsored by WSU; currently delivered through the Ohio Basic Peace Officer Academy) after serving 3-6 months in the role; requires a two-year employment commitment following successful completion.
• Must successfully complete and meet all standards for:
  • Pre-employment physical examination
  • Psychological evaluation
  • Polygraph examination
  • Extensive background investigation
  • May be required to complete annual physical and periodic psychological or psychiatric evaluations during employment, as determined by the University.

Preferred Qualifications

Essential Functions and percent of time
75% Patrol grounds and buildings on foot (and in a vehicle) to ensure public safety and the security of facilities by enforcing all appropriate codes, laws, and regulations, while maintaining a positive public relations image by assisting students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Maintain positive employee relations with department personnel, the university community, and external community members.

10% Participate in community oriented policing programs with close supervision. Must learn the basics of criminal and civil law, university rules and regulations, and remain in compliance with the Clery Act. Will complete non-criminal related incident reports and support functions of the Department of Public Safety as it relates to records, communications, parking, and community engagements and training.

5% Perform required safety and security functions at special Wright State University events to ensure public welfare and safety.

5% Perform routine administrative duties following department standards such as completion of logs, reports, telephone work, and general office work (as required) to assure proper functioning of the department.

5% Monitor traffic conditions and parking facilities to ensure efficient traffic flow - performing all traffic functions as required, and other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd)

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time

Working Conditions
Will be required to sign a 2 year employment commitment to WSU once you have been sponsored and complete a police academy. Must serve in this role for a minimum of 3-6 months before WSU will sponsor you for the police academy.To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

First Consideration Date: 08/18/2025

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wright.edu/postings/21408