Patrol Officer

Reporting to a Shift Supervisor and/or Watch Commander the DPS Patrol Officer is a fulltime uniformed unarmed university employee responsible for providing a safe and secure campus environment for Loyola Marymount Universitys (LMU) students faculty staff and guests. The Patrol Officer is tasked with patrolling the campus grounds and campus buildings such as University Hall.

As an employee of the Department of Public Safety you will be required to work during designated days/peak periods. These days and periods which can extend for several weeks during peak times such as summer are critical for staffing needs and operational requirements. During these periods employees are expected to be available for duty without the ability to request time off. Additionally you may be called in and expected to respond during your scheduled days off and you will receive appropriate compensation for this additional work.

This position is subject to an alternative work schedule 4/10 shift (four tenhour days per week).

**For full consideration please include and upload a copy of your guard card with your resume in the attachments section.**

As an employee of the Department of Public Safety you will be required to work during designated days/peak periods. These days and periods which can extend for several weeks during peak times such as summer are critical for staffing needs and operational requirements. During these periods employees are expected to be available for duty without the ability to request time off. Additionally you may be called in and expected to respond during your scheduled days off and you will receive appropriate compensation for this additional work.

This position is subject to an alternative work schedule 4/10 shift (four tenhour days per week).

Position Specific Accountabilities

1. Under the immediate supervision of a Shift Supervisor and/or Watch Commander the Patrol Officer will spend the majority of the time in the field on uniformed patrol or assigned post in pursuit of the successful completion of building security checks foot/vehicle patrols incident response and report writing.

2. Respond to calls for assistance emergency situations incidents inprogress and calls for service.

3. Respond to activated alarms for emergency situations such as fire chemical spills medical emergencies burglaries and door security concerns. Immediately reports emergency situations to DPS communications officer and DPS Watch Commander on duty.

4. Generate reports of daily activity including any irregularities of equipment property damage or any incidents reported to the DPS University Hall office.

5. Generate incident reports.

6. Circulate among visitors students and employees to preserve order and protect property. Warns persons of LMU rule infractions.

7. Provide excellent customer service in accordance with LMU established standards and expectations. Provides escort or access service according to policy for occupants if requested.

8. Patrols premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion failed equipment operation and any safety hazards. Patrols to secure doors gates and windows during offhours.

9. Must be able to report for work or work past scheduled shift to work overtime on short or no notice to work all shifts to work rotating shifts and to work weekends holidays closures special events and designated days/peak periods.

10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Loyola Marymount University Expectations
Exhibit behavior that supports the mission vision and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional responsible accountable and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications
Typically a High School Diploma. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge skills and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes.

Must possess and keep current a California Guard Card and a California Drivers License. Must possess or acquire within the six months from date of hire of employment and keep current a CPR/FirstAid & AED certifications and PR24 Baton certification.

Requires valid California drivers license. Must maintain a satisfactory driving record as evidenced by DMV records.

This position is deemed as Campus Security Authority (CSA) under the Jeanne Clery Act.

This position is deemed a Mandatory Reporter by university policy.

This position is required to wear an approved duty uniform and utility belt and to abide by a uniform and grooming standards policy.

Exemplary communication skills (both written and oral).

Demonstrated computer competency.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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 job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Constantly required to sit feel use finger movement speak clearly hear conversation see near and far. Frequently required to stand and walk. Occasionally required to lift carry and push up to 25 lbs. stoop kneel reach high and low use depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative
of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. The work environment is normal includes working both inside and outside.

MENTAL DEMANDS: Mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequent calculating interrupted work variety of interrelated tasks sustained concentration use of reasoning judgment resourcefulness analytical ability and ingenuity.

Hiring Salary

$21.68 hourly. This position is nonexempt.

Salary Range

$21.68 $26.01 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Staff Regular

Salary range

Loyola Marymount University a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence the education of the whole person and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being life experience and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu for more information.