On-Call Safety Officer I

Monmouth University is seeking applications for On-Call Safety Officer I positions in the University Police Department. 

The candidate would be expected to: patrol the interior and exterior of the residential areas as well as the parking lots and quad area, academic buildings, athletic buildings, the Library and other University facilities, and other area of campus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Allow authorized person(s) entry into secured buildings as required and check, lock and secure buildings as required.


• Assist as support staff in events of emergency.


• Assist in the protection of life and property.


• Assist with placement of barricades and cones to block off secured parking areas on campus as required.


• Assist with placement of temporary off campus parking signs as required.


• Assist with school buses entering campus and the safe discharging and reentry of students from buses.


• Conduct parking lot surveys as required and conduct off campus parking surveys as required.


• Conduct safety escorts for the members of our campus community upon request. Assist with on campus traffic and parking management as required.


• Conduct transports of University officials as required.


• Enforce University rules and regulations and issue university summons.


• Hand deliver confidential envelopes and mail on campus. Also, safeguard and protect specific high value artifacts in University buildings as required.


• Issue University parking summonses as required.


• Jump start and unlock vehicles as required.


• Maintain radio contact with headquarters/police personnel.


• Notify dispatch and shift commander of any criminal activity.


• Operate police department vehicles.


• Patrol assigned areas.


• Patrol designated areas of campus and report any crimes and/or dangerous conditions to the police.


• Patrol the interior and exterior of the residential halls as well as the parking lots and quad area.


• Pick up MUPD equipment off campus as required.


• Prepare reports as needed or directed.


• Provide directions and information.


• Provide quality customer service.


• Work assigned events as required, such as football and basketball games, concerts, student events and commencement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One (1) year of related experience.


• A valid driver’s license in your state of residence and have had no serious violations (Type A) within the past five (5) years and no more than three (3) moving violations (Type B) in the past three (3) years. University Policy found here: Monmouth University Vehicle Use Policy                                                   


• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills


• Ability to conduct foot (climbing stairs and walking for long periods of time) and vehicular patrol.


• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.


• Work overtime as needed.


• Respond to call-ins as needed.


• Ability to maintain data manually and generate neat and accurate reports.


• Must be able to maintain composure and appropriate decorum during difficult situations.                     

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience as a Class I, II, Park Ranger or Security Officer.

Additional Application Material Required:

Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university’s career portal. In addition to the application, candidates should upload the following:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

• Cover Letter


• Professional References

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:

Barbara Santos at [email protected] or 732-263-5629

Note to Applicants:

Please keep in mind that a job posted as “Open until filled” may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position. 

Working at Monmouth University perks:

• Earned sick leave: Monmouth University provides its part-time staff employees, including on-call staff and temporary employees, with earned sick leave according to the New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Act. 


• Fitness Center - Employees are entitled to use the Fitness Center while employed in their PT or on-call capacity


• Recreational & Cultural Activities - Athletic and cultural events throughout the academic year are open to employees. Many of these events are open to employees free of charge or at reduced costs


• University Bookstore discount - Employees receive a ten percent (10%) discount on most items purchased in the University Bookstore. 

Department:

 Police

Work Schedule:

As needed.

Total Weeks Per Year:

36 weeks

Hours Per Week:

varies as needed

Expected Salary:

$19.15 per hour

Union:

N/A

Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled