Campus Security Director jobs in Westfield, MA

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Smith College is currently in search of vibrant and motivated individuals to become part of our Campus Safety team on a temporary basis. As a member of this team, you will play a pivotal role in upholding a safe and secure environment for our campus community. If you are dedicated to the well-being of others, possess excellent communication skills, and excel in a dynamic work setting, we encourage you to apply

This non-benefited casual position is anticipated to commence in late February and conclude in late May.

Job Summary:

The Campus Safety Security role plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for the college community. This position involves proactive patrolling, building security, event staffing, and providing various assistance services to ensure the overall well-being of students, faculty, and staff.

Essential Functions:

Observation/Community Assistance:

• Conduct foot, vehicle, or other types of security details to ensure constant safety of the campus community.

• Report any suspicious activities or incidents encountered during details to the officer in charge.

• Check and secure campus buildings to prevent crimes and unauthorized access.

• Open buildings or rooms as assigned, ensuring security protocols are followed.

• Provide escorts and lockouts for members of the College community.

• Respond to calls for service providing assistance to sworn staff as required.

• Assist with non-emergency medical transports to Cooley Dickinson Hospital or other medical appointments.

• Staff college events to maintain a safe environment for attendees.

• Help direct outside departments when they are called onto campus for service.

• Assist and participate in community engagement activities as assigned.

Communication and Reporting:

• Respond to calls for service and report incidents during details.

• Inspect and report lighting problems on campus.

• Report College policy violations to on-duty Officers.

Policy Adherence:

• Become familiar with department policies and procedures.

• Maintain an alert and attentive demeanor for the duration of the assigned shift.

• Maintain confidentiality of department information, records, reports, and logs.

Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, skills, education, experience, certifications, licenses)

Education: High School Diploma

Experience: Minimum of 1 year in security, safety, or service roles

Must be able to work overnight shifts

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver's license and successful credential in order to operate College vehicles

• Must be able to pass a criminal and work background check, and a medical pre-screening.

Preferred

• Demonstrated understanding of anti-bias practices

• Certification in First Responder training, including CPR, First Aid, Defibrillator, Epi-Pen, and Narcan Administration (preferred)

Skills:

• Strong customer service, time management, and communication skills

• Ability to take initiative; work independently and with team members

• Commitment to, experience with and/or ability to work effectively with a broad spectrum of individuals from a variety of diverse backgrounds

• Requires sensitivity to issues of confidentiality

• Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, written, and verbal)

• Requires sensitivity to issues of confidentiality

• Demonstrated diplomacy and efficiency in functioning under extreme conditions

Please attach/upload a current resume and cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position.

Position Type:

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women's colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst.Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.

As set forth in our , Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.