Public Safety Officer (Evergreen)
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Job Location:
Prairie View, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title
Public Safety Officer (Evergreen)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
University PoliceProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Job Description
The Public Safety Officer assists in providing a safe and secure environment for all employees and visitors at assigned location so faculty can focus on teaching and students can concentrate on learning. Provides general assistance (gives directions answers questions provides information etc.) to faculty staff students and visitors and projects a positive image of PVAMU by maintaining a pleasant and professional demeanor. Contributes to the overall safety and security of students employees visitors and PVAMU property by maintaining a uniformed presence. Requests assistance from Prairie View University police officers for law enforcement matters or off-campus police fire and EMS personnel as needed. Assists PMVAMU Police Officers as directed within the scope of responsibility.
Responsibilities:
This Evergreen position will be used by PVAMU UPD to hire multiple candidates for this role.
Campus Patrol
- Patrols campus grounds and buildings on foot or in golf carts; reports safety hazards and physical security deficiencies verbally and in writing.
- Walks through buildings monitoring the hallways with attention to classroom activity to create a comfortable and safe academic environment.
- Makes written reports regarding suspicious activities. Stays vigilant in order to observe and report any need for police officer response. Periodically tours parking lot to ensure safety of property. Renders vehicle services in the form of jump-starts vehicle door unlocks and the calling of wreckers as requested. Enforces PVAMU and location regulations of a non-law enforcement nature (parking smoking etc.).
Emergency Response
- Responds to medical or fire assistance requests aiding the Officer and/or leading the responding EMS/Fire Department personnel to the appropriate location in conjunction with a PVAMU Police Officer.
- Monitors and responds to fire alarms checks fire extinguishers while on patrol to ensure that they are in place and charged and reports those that need maintenance.
- Responds to low risk calls for service to assess the scene and determine the need for police fire or EMS response.
Customer Service
- Ensures faculty and staff have access to the facilities they need to perform their job upon request.
- Locks/unlocks doors on a regular schedule and as requested by individuals (if appropriate).
- Provides general assistance to students visitors faculty and staff as needed. Answers questions from employees and visitors. If unable to give correct information directs them to the proper person to answer their question.
- Directs traffic and guests on events held at various locations within the confines of PVAMU owned or controlled property.
Other Duties as Assigned
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
- High School graduation or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Six months related experience or six months as Security Officer in Training with demonstrated proficiency in all phases of duties performed.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Customer service skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all segments of the campus population.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate degree or higher.
Registrations Certifications and Licenses:
- Must be able to obtain State of Texas class C vehicle operators license within 30 days of employment. Inability to obtain State of Texas class C vehicle operators license may result in termination.
Other Requirements:
- Requires working outside. Applicant must successfully complete a background investigation to include but not limited to driving history criminal background and credit history.
- This position is shift work and will work weekends evenings and some holidays.
- Some positions will serve our Northwest Houston campus and The College of Nursing located in the Texas Medical Center.
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed HigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at or should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- CCTV
- Typing
- Customer Service
- Hospital Experience
- Computer Skills
- Military Experience
- Law Enforcement
- 5G
- Dispatching
- Emergency Management
- Security
- Writing Skills
About Company
Academic Programs Prairie View A&M University is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state of Texas. Empowered by a shared sense of history and experience, we have built an unparalleled reputation for empowering scholars to carry our rich legacy of distinct ... View more
