Boston University
PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER I, BUMC Public Safety
Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER I, BUMC Public Safety
Boston University Medical Campus Public Safety Department seeks a Public Safety Officer who shares the department's commitment to ensuring the campus is inclusive, equitable, diverse, and a place where every member of our community feels safe and supported. The Public Safety Officer reports to the Public Safety Operations Manager and is responsible for security, parking control, access control, and executing assigned duties in a professional and courteous manner.
Location:
Boston, MA, United States
Position Type:
Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade:
Grade 00
Expected Hiring Range Minimum:
$24.50
Expected Hiring Range Maximum:
$24.50
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries:
Higher Education
Job Details
Category:
Boston University Medical Campus → Security
Location:
Boston, MA, United States
Tracking Code:
23PSO1016
Posted Date:
10/16/2023
Salary Grade:
Grade 00
Expected Hiring Range Minimum:
$24.50
Expected Hiring Range Maximum:
$24.50
Responsibilities
Provide security, parking control, and assign duties as necessary.
Perform access control in accordance with University and Department Policies.
Provide information and service to faculty, staff, students, and visitors in a friendly, courteous, and helpful manner.
Respond immediately and appropriately to all emergency, contingency, or disaster situations and respond as soon as possible to all calls assigned by the Public Safety Dispatcher and/or other appropriate entity.
Document all incidents, inform Public Safety Dispatcher and/or Management of all actions taken, and complete incident reports in a professional manner.
Maintain accountability and chain of custody of all property, evidence, and equipment.
Provide walking and vehicle escorts to ensure the safety of requesters.
Patrol the University property and grounds, document and act upon deficiencies and/or violations of policy.
Notify appropriate personnel and Management of serious incidents and observe, evaluate, and act upon security camera monitoring and alarm systems.
Required Skills and Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
Valid Massachusetts driver’s license.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Good judgment and independent decision‑making.
Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills while addressing complex and/or dynamic situations.
Must be able to maintain clearances, training, and performance standards as prescribed by the University and Department.
Preferred experience in security or law enforcement.
Some knowledge of current computer operating systems.
Candidates will be required to pass a comprehensive criminal and financial background check, psychological examination and pre‑employment medical exam.
A friendly, courteous, helpful, and professional attitude.
A demonstrated understanding of community policing within the context of the unique needs of a diverse, urban university community.
A proven ability to understand how culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, and other aspects of identity impact engagement with security forces, and to be sensitive to the cultural contexts of increased incidents of racial bias.
Benefits and Working Conditions
Requires work schedule rotations, mandatory shift assignments, work at night, weekends, and holidays.
Uniformed position.
12‑month probationary period; position is part of a collective bargaining agreement after probationary period.
Equal Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy All newly hired staff and faculty must be in compliance with Boston University’s COVID‑19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement within 30 days of hire.
Applicants must upload vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption per university instructions.
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Location:
Boston, MA, United States
Position Type:
Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade:
Grade 00
Expected Hiring Range Minimum:
$24.50
Expected Hiring Range Maximum:
$24.50
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries:
Higher Education
Job Details
Category:
Boston University Medical Campus → Security
Location:
Boston, MA, United States
Tracking Code:
23PSO1016
Posted Date:
10/16/2023
Salary Grade:
Grade 00
Expected Hiring Range Minimum:
$24.50
Expected Hiring Range Maximum:
$24.50
Responsibilities
Provide security, parking control, and assign duties as necessary.
Perform access control in accordance with University and Department Policies.
Provide information and service to faculty, staff, students, and visitors in a friendly, courteous, and helpful manner.
Respond immediately and appropriately to all emergency, contingency, or disaster situations and respond as soon as possible to all calls assigned by the Public Safety Dispatcher and/or other appropriate entity.
Document all incidents, inform Public Safety Dispatcher and/or Management of all actions taken, and complete incident reports in a professional manner.
Maintain accountability and chain of custody of all property, evidence, and equipment.
Provide walking and vehicle escorts to ensure the safety of requesters.
Patrol the University property and grounds, document and act upon deficiencies and/or violations of policy.
Notify appropriate personnel and Management of serious incidents and observe, evaluate, and act upon security camera monitoring and alarm systems.
Required Skills and Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
Valid Massachusetts driver’s license.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Good judgment and independent decision‑making.
Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills while addressing complex and/or dynamic situations.
Must be able to maintain clearances, training, and performance standards as prescribed by the University and Department.
Preferred experience in security or law enforcement.
Some knowledge of current computer operating systems.
Candidates will be required to pass a comprehensive criminal and financial background check, psychological examination and pre‑employment medical exam.
A friendly, courteous, helpful, and professional attitude.
A demonstrated understanding of community policing within the context of the unique needs of a diverse, urban university community.
A proven ability to understand how culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, and other aspects of identity impact engagement with security forces, and to be sensitive to the cultural contexts of increased incidents of racial bias.
Benefits and Working Conditions
Requires work schedule rotations, mandatory shift assignments, work at night, weekends, and holidays.
Uniformed position.
12‑month probationary period; position is part of a collective bargaining agreement after probationary period.
Equal Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy All newly hired staff and faculty must be in compliance with Boston University’s COVID‑19 Vaccination and Booster Requirement within 30 days of hire.
Applicants must upload vaccine documentation or request a medical or religious exemption per university instructions.
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