"Security Officer-Campus Police"

Job Details

State Title: Security Officer

Bargaining Unit: IFPTE

Employment Type: 40 hours per week (Full-time)

Internal salary: Range 13 - Steps 1-11 ($44,323.02 - $64,052.12)

External salary: Range 13 - Steps 1-4 ($44,323.02 - $50,436.97)

The internal salary range is used for applicants who are current NJ state employees with underlying classified status for promotional calculations who meet the requirements below. The external salary range is used for candidates who are not NJ state employees who meet the requirements below.

About TCNJ

Founded in 1855, TCNJ offers a highly personalized and collaborative liberal arts education with over 7,400 undergraduates and 700 graduate students. The college is consistently ranked among the top comprehensive colleges in the nation, offering small classes, a 13:1 student-faculty ratio, and an immersive living-learning experience. With a 4-year graduation rate ranked #1 in New Jersey and #9 among U.S. public institutions, TCNJ is a model for public higher education.

Position Overview:

Office of Campus Police Services' mission is to provide a safe and secure campus for our community. The Department consists of an Operations and Administrative Office:

• The Operation Section includes sworn police officers, security officers, and public safety telecommunicators. Services provided by the Operations Section include calls for police services, taking reports of crimes and complaints, student and staff escorts, in addition to many other services.
• The Administrative Section provides administrative support to the department, which includes record keeping services, providing discovery for attorneys, and processes report requests for involved parties.

Patrols an assigned area of offices, buildings, and grounds including parking areas, and makes the required reports. Prevents unauthorized persons from entering the grounds and buildings, checks automobiles and trucks entering and leaving the college. Takes action as required to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, disorder, and/or damage to state property and equipment. Opens and closes gates, doors, windows, and raises and lowers flags. Gives assistance when accidents or illness occurs in emergencies: summons the police and/or the fire department as needed. Assists the police with the maintenance of order on the campus. Directs traffic in and around the campus; regulates and controls pedestrian and vehicular traffic at designated public intersections to assure safety, reasonably rapid movement, and a minimum of interference. Takes needed action as to suspicious persons and conditions, and reports significant actions, occurrences, and conditions. Notes and reports conditions, which constitute dangers and hazards. Conduct escorts on campus for students, faculty and staff members as requested.

Responsibilities:

• Protection of buildings, contents and occupants from hazards.
• Provides escorts for students, faculty and staff members as requested on campus.
• Directs traffic in and around the campus; regulates and controls pedestrian and vehicular traffic at designated public intersections to assure safety, reasonably rapid movement, and a minimum of interference.
• Gives assistance when accidents or illness occurs in emergencies: summons the police and /or the fire department as needed.
• Assists the police with the maintenance of order on the campus.
• Takes needed action as to suspicious persons and conditions, and reports significant actions, occurrences, and conditions.

Required:

• Graduation from a high school or vocational high school or possession of an approved high school equivalent certificate.
• New Jersey driver's license in good standing.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical.
• May require sitting/standing for extended periods of time.
• May require lifting moderately heavy objects.
• May be required to assist with building evacuations during times of danger or drills.
• May be required to work off hours, evening, nights, weekends and holidays.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).

Residency Requirement:

In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees in certain positions (faculty exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed.

Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu.

Employee Benefits

As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public university career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans
• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee affinity groups
• New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)
• Access to extensive learning opportunities

To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!

SAME Applicants

If you are applying under the New Jersey "SAME" program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references by the closing date listed above to: same@tcnj.edu. For more information on the SAME program visit their website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at: 833-691-0404.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable finalist has been found.

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and integrity.