Safety Officer

Job Title

Safety Officer

Essential Job Functions

Performs security checks of residential facilities and identifies potential safety hazards

Enforces Housing policies

Supports Residential Life staff during the assigned shift when requested or special needs arise

Patrols surrounding parking areas to help ensure the safety of students, staff and guests going to and from their vehicles

Secures residents' doors and provides lock-out assistance

Conducts preliminary investigations in collaboration with the Alcorn State Campus Police

Requests proper identification on everyone entering Residence Hall facilities

Makes reports to Residential Life management staff on security violations

Reports all suspicious activity to the Residential Life management staff

Provides written reports when required

Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or its equivalent is required. Some college credits preferred
• One (1) year related experience preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to campus and residence hall safety
• Knowledge of security operations, procedures, and best practices
• Good communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal
• Good organizational and critical thinking skills
• Ability to analyze situations and make sound decisions under pressure
• Ability to follow complex instructions
• Ability to understand and be sensitive to the diverse backgrounds of students