"Shift Supervisor/Sergeant"

Job Details

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.

Conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, Providence College is a Catholic, Dominican, liberal arts institution of higher education and a community committed to academic excellence in pursuit of the truth, growth in virtue, and service of God and neighbor. We seek candidates who can affirm and contribute to our mission.

Providence College is also an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a Beloved Community — an environment that reflects the rich diversity of the human family and is marked by justice, charity and the promotion of the common good and flourishing of all. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge and commitment to develop the diverse learning environment envisioned as part of the Beloved Community. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The College’s Non-Discrimination policy can be found here (Download PDF reader).

Overview

Oversee the protection of the college community and the protection of private and institutional property on the campus.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise all public safety officers and personnel under their command ensuring all are present and accounted for. Conduct a roll call at the beginning of each shift, and direct public safety functions under their command. May serve as incident commander on a critical incident. Ability to send out emergency messages. Monitor the activities and capabilities of their subordinates to ensure they are executing their duties and functions in a satisfactory manner that conforms to guidelines and directives in a professional, fair, and impartial manner. Evaluate subordinates and take remedial action when necessary. (65%)
• Supervise all Public Safety Officers assigned to special details and college events. Ensure that all personnel report to their post or detail and that all college policies are respected. (15%)
• Maintain public safety related equipment during their respective shift to include inspecting equipment including patrol vehicle components as related to safe and reliable operation. (10%)
• Supervise and direct the field training of all newly hired public safety officers under their command. Review and submit detailed, written progress reports to the FTO Coordinator. (5%)
• Subject to the approval of a higher authority, schedule work assignments, vacations, days off, training, etc., for personnel assigned to their respective shifts. (5%)

MARGINAL DUTIES:

1. Perform all other duties as may be required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from an accredited institution preferred.
• Three to five years of police, security, and/or military experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication experience required.
• First aid and CPR certifications preferred.
• Computer literacy, including experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Valid driver’s license required. Must be able to operate a vehicle and patrol campus
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must successfully complete a background check, psychological testing, and pre-employment testing.
• Availability to work all shifts.

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.
• Designated as essential emergency personnel.

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.