Campus Safety & Security Officer

The Campus Safety & Security Officer supports Tiffin Universitys commitment to a safe welcoming student-centered campus environment. This position serves as a visible and approachable safety presence for students faculty staff families visitors and community partners. The Campus Safety & Security Officer is responsible for routine patrol incident response building security residence hall support emergency assistance event coverage policy enforcement parking support documentation and coordination with local police fire EMS Residence Life Student Conduct Counseling & Wellness and other University departments.

This is an unarmed non-sworn role. Campus Safety & Security Officers do not carry firearms and do not function as police officers. The role is built around prevention visibility service de-escalation accurate reporting and timely referral to appropriate University or public safety resources.

The Campus Safety & Security Officer will help create the conditions for students to connect grow lead and adapt by protecting the learning and living environment of the University. The role supports student persistence and campus belonging by ensuring students feel safe respected and supported in classrooms residence halls parking areas athletic spaces and campus events.

Key Responsibilities:

Campus Patrol Visibility and Crime Prevention:

Conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols of academic buildings residence halls parking lots athletic areas sidewalks outdoor gathering spaces and University-owned or controlled properties.

Maintain a visible professional and approachable presence to deter unsafe behavior identify concerns early and build trust with students employees and guests.

Monitor for safety hazards suspicious activity policy violations unauthorized access unsecured doors damaged property lighting concerns weather-related hazards and maintenance issues.

Complete scheduled and unscheduled patrol checks during assigned shifts with increased attention to residence halls parking areas late-night activity zones and high-traffic student spaces.

Report facility safety access technology fire/life-safety and environmental concerns through the appropriate University reporting process.

Building Security and Access Control:

Secure and unlock University facilities according to approved building schedules event needs and emergency requirements.

Monitor and respond to access control alerts door-prop alarms card access issues lockouts and building security concerns.

Assist students employees and guests with access-related concerns within University policy.

Support Residence Life with residence hall safety checks lockouts unauthorized access concerns and after-hours housing-related incidents.

Assist with parking enforcement parking lot monitoring vehicle concerns traffic flow and safe pedestrian movement as assigned.

Incident Response and Emergency Support:

Respond promptly and professionally to calls for service including disturbances medical concerns welfare checks fire alarms building alarms suspicious activity noise complaints property damage vehicle issues residence hall concerns and behavioral incidents.

Assess situations stabilize the scene within training and policy request additional support when needed and communicate clearly with dispatch supervisors law enforcement fire EMS Residence Life and Student Development staff.

Provide basic first aid CPR AED support and emergency assistance within certification level until appropriate emergency responders arrive.

Assist with evacuations shelter-in-place procedures severe weather response missing student response emergency notifications and other emergency management procedures.

Protect the safety of individuals and property while using de-escalation sound judgment professionalism and policy-based decision-making.

Student Support and Community Engagement:

Serve as a student-centered safety resource especially during evenings weekends and overnight hours when many offices are closed.

Provide safety escorts directions vehicle jump-starts lockout assistance lost-and-found support and general assistance to students employees visitors and families.

Build positive working relationships with students student-athletes international students first-generation students residential students commuter students and student organization members.

Use respectful communication that supports voluntary compliance before formal enforcement whenever appropriate.

Recognize signs of distress crisis intoxication conflict bias-related concerns and potential harm and connect students to appropriate University resources.

Policy Enforcement and Conduct Support:

Enforce University policies parking regulations residence hall expectations event safety expectations and safety-related procedures in a fair consistent and respectful manner.

Educate students and guests on University expectations and safety practices.

Document potential policy violations and refer matters to the appropriate University process including Student Conduct Residence Life Title IX TUacts/CARE or the Director of Campus Safety & Security.

Assist with room searches welfare checks no-contact order support banned person enforcement and conduct-related safety concerns only as directed by policy and supervisory instruction.

Maintain professional boundaries and avoid unnecessary escalation bias favoritism or inconsistent enforcement.

Documentation Reporting and Compliance:

Prepare clear accurate timely and objective incident reports daily activity logs witness statements patrol logs maintenance reports and other required documentation.

Document the who what when where action taken referrals made and follow-up needed for each incident.

Maintain confidentiality and handle student employee medical conduct and safety information with appropriate discretion.

Participate in Clery Act Title IX FERPA mandated reporting emergency response and University policy training as required.

Campus safety departments are part of the broader Clery Act compliance environment which requires institutions to disclose campus security and crime information.

Technology and Monitoring:

Operate radios phones dispatch logs surveillance camera systems access control systems incident reporting software parking systems emergency alert tools and other safety-related technology.

Monitor cameras and access systems as assigned while understanding that technology supportsbut does not replaceactive patrol and human judgment.

Report equipment malfunctions card reader issues camera concerns radio problems and system outages promptly.

Support the use of safety tools such as Dragon Shield access control camera review and emergency communication systems as assigned.

Event Athletic and Special Assignment Support:

Provide event safety support for University programs athletic events student engagement events late-night programming move-in Welcome Week/RISE Week commencement concerts large gatherings and campus traditions.

Assist with crowd flow building access parking guest direction emergency lane clearance restricted areas disruptive behavior lost children/guests weather concerns and emergency response coordination.

Coordinate with Student Engagement Athletics Residence Life Facilities AVI local law enforcement fire/EMS and outside vendors when assigned.

Collaboration and Professional Conduct:

Work collaboratively with Campus Safety & Security staff Residence Life Student Conduct Counseling & Wellness Health Services Facilities Athletics Student Engagement Career Services and academic partners.

Communicate concerns up the chain of command in a timely and accurate manner.

Represent Tiffin University with professionalism calmness respect consistency and integrity.

Maintain readiness for assigned shift including uniform standards equipment readiness punctuality report completion and shift briefing participation.

Qualifications for the Job:

Education

High school diploma or GED required.

Associates or bachelors degree in criminal justice public safety social work psychology student affairs emergency management or a related field preferred but not required.

Experience

Prior experience in campus safety security public safety military corrections law enforcement residence life student affairs emergency response or customer service.

Experience working with college students residential populations diverse communities student-athletes or international students.

Familiarity with incident reporting systems access control systems camera systems radio communication Maxient parking systems or emergency notification platforms.

Other

Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record required.

CPR First Aid and AED certification or ability to obtain certification within 6090 days of hire.

Ability to pass a background check and any University-required pre-employment screening.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to remain calm professional and effective during stressful emotional or fast-moving situations.

Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision especially during evening and overnight hours.

Ability to work assigned shifts including weekends holidays evenings overnights and special events.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive student and employee information appropriately.

Must complete required University training within established timelines.

Work Environment

Work is performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

The position requires frequent walking standing stair climbing driving radio use computer use camera monitoring and direct public interaction.

The officer may encounter stressful situations intoxicated individuals emotional students medical emergencies disruptive behavior conflict fire alarms severe weather and safety hazards.

The role requires regular evening overnight weekend holiday and special-event work.

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk stand climb stairs patrol indoors and outdoors operate a vehicle and respond quickly to emergencies.

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Ability to climb stairs and patrol multiple campus buildings.

Ability to lift carry push or pull up to 40 pounds occasionally.

Ability to operate a University vehicle safely.

Ability to communicate by radio phone and in person.

Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations within the scope of training.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Why Join Tiffin University

Tiffin University offers a collaborative mission-driven environment where your financial expertise directly supports student success and institutional growth. We value innovation transparency and partnershipand provide the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

At Tiffin University we believe in taking care of our employees. Thats why all full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health financial security and work-life balance:

Medical dental and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.

Health Savings Account with annual employer incentive contribution & Flex Spending Account with options to save pre-tax dollars for medical dental and vision expenses.

Employer-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability plus voluntary plans for supplemental life insurance and short-term disability.

A 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions to help you plan for the future.

Generous paid annual and sick leave plus paid holidays throughout the year.

Educational tuition benefits for you and eligible family members.

Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.