Campus Safety - Per Diem Campus Safety Officer

TITLE: Per Diem Campus Safety Officer

Department: Campus Safety

Employment status: Per Diem

Flsa status: Non-Exempt

Organizational relationship: Reports to Campus Safety Supervisors

Job purpose

The Per Diem Campus Safety Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This position provides supplemental staffing support and assists with campus patrols, emergency response, policy enforcement, crime prevention efforts, and special events. Officers serve as visible representatives of the Campus Safety Department and help ensure the safety and well-being of the Wagner College community.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Essential
• Functions:
• Patrol campus buildings, grounds, parking lots, and other assigned areas by foot or vehicle to ensure safety and security.
• Monitor CCTV cameras, access control systems, alarms, and other security equipment.
• Respond to calls for service, including medical emergencies, fire alarms, behavioral incidents, accidents, and suspicious activity.
• Administer basic first aid, CPR, and AED assistance when necessary until emergency responders arrive.
• Enforce College policies, procedures, parking regulations, and campus conduct standards.
• Intervene in disturbances, unauthorized activities, and safety violations.
• Prepare accurate and detailed reports regarding incidents, accidents, injuries, property damage, and other safety concerns.
• Provide personal safety escorts for students, faculty, staff, and visitors as requested.
• Lock and unlock campus buildings and perform routine security and safety inspections.
• Ensure alarms and security systems are functioning properly and report deficiencies.
• Assist with traffic control, crowd management, and safety operations during College events and activities.
• Provide directions, campus information, and customer service assistance to members of the College community and visitors.
• Support emergency preparedness and campus-wide safety initiatives.

Non-Essential Functions

• Attend departmental meetings and training sessions as required.
• Assist with special projects and assignments as directed by Campus Safety leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities for FLSA Purposes

None.

Qualifications

• Work Experience:
• Prior security, law enforcement, military, emergency response, or related experience preferred.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree preferred.

Certifications

• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification preferred or must be obtained within a designated period of employment.

Licenses

• Valid New York State Security Guard License (NYS Guard Card) required.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record required.

Desired Work Traits

• Strong observation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during emergencies.
• Commitment to customer service and community engagement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional demeanor and strong ethical standards.

Computer Skills

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic reporting systems.
• Ability to learn and utilize campus safety software and security systems.

Communication/Interpersonal Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations, including students, faculty, staff, visitors, and emergency responders.

Special considerations

• Position is per diem and scheduled based on departmental needs.
• Must be available to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, special events, and emergency situations.
• Requires extensive walking, standing, climbing stairs, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical activities associated with emergency response and patrol duties.
• May be required to work extended shifts during emergencies, weather events, or other campus incidents.

Nothing in this job description restricts Management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Wagner College, founded in 1883, seamlessly blends professional programs with a liberal arts grounding for a comprehensive, experiential-forward education that fosters well-rounded, adaptable graduates. The college’s verdant residential campus offers a traditional college experience on New York City’s Staten Island.

Wagner prides itself on robust student support services, including personalized academic advising, comprehensive career counseling, and a wide array of wellness programs. Students are prepared not only for professional success but also for meaningful lives through the faculty’s dedication to promoting scholarship, achievement, leadership and citizenship.

Wagner College offers a generous benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, pension and paid time off benefits to all full-time employees. The Wagner College Office of Human Resources partners with all members of the College community to cultivate a work environment that values equal opportunity, diversity equity inclusion and access, professional development and individual excellence.

Wagner College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wagner College complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.