Public Safety Officer

Founded in 1917, Providence College (PC) is a premier Catholic liberal arts institution steadfastly committed to academic excellence through a dynamic core curriculum, a distinctive Development of Western Civilization Program, and abundant experiential learning opportunities. The only U.S. higher education institution administered by the Dominican Friars, PC is committed to providing a variety of opportunities for intellectual, social, moral, and spiritual growth in a supportive environment. Providence College believes that cultural and intellectual pluralism is essential to the excellence of its academic programs, and strives to foster an academic culture and campus community reflecting the global environment in which we live and work.

The approximately 105-acre campus is situated in Rhode Island’s capital city and is close to the many cultural and educational offerings of Rhode Island’s “renaissance city.” Additionally, Providence is located an hour from Boston and just a few hours from New York City.

For years, Providence College has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report “Regional Universities – North Category” and has been commended by several other ranking publications.

Overview

To protect life and safeguard institutional and personal property, under the direct supervision of the Shift Supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Patrol of college campus on foot and in college vehicles.
2. Report infractions of rules and regulations.
3. Supervise, direct, and regulate traffic and parking.
4. Assist in investigations.
5. Report problems, injuries, or conditions which may endanger health and safety.
6. Check building security.
7. Assist police and fire agencies during emergencies.
8. Perform Gate House service on a rotational basis.

MARGINAL DUTIES:

1. Perform all other duties as may be required.

Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in law enforcement from an accredited institution and/or equivalent law enforcement or security experience required
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a vehicle and patrol the campus
• Must successfully complete a criminal background clearance, psychological testing, physical agility testing, and pre-employment physical
• Availability to work all shifts, if needed

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time
• Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
• Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
• Communication skills using the spoken word
• Ability to see within normal parameters
• Ability to hear within normal range
• Ability to move about
• Ability to lift 75 lbs.
• Must have sufficient strength and endurance to restrain or suppress an aggressor
• Must have the ability to ascend or descend stairs without limitations
• Must be capable of running one mile in performing security tasks, such as an emergency response

DISCLAIMER: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.