Salem Academy and College·Winston-Salem, North Carolina
The Public Safety Officer is responsible for conducting campus patrols, responding to emergency calls, and monitoring facility access. They must also maintain effective communication with the campus community and document incidents accurately.
Public Safety Officer Supervisor: Director of Public Safety Position Status: Part-Time / 12-Month Business Calendar Schedule Classification: Non-Exempt About Salem Academy and College Salem Academy and College is the oldest continuously operating educational institution for girls and women in the country. Since 1772, the institution has engaged in transformational change to innovate women’s education. Founded with the mission of making education accessible to all, Salem has a rich 252-year-old history and a long-standing track record of educating students who are prepared to make a bold impact locally, nationally and globally through liberal arts education. Salem Academy is a boarding and day college preparatory school with focus on interdisciplinary learning using STEAM, wellness and leadership. Salem College is the nation’s only liberal arts college exclusively dedicated to developing the next generation of health leaders. Salem College has more than 40 full-time faculty and over 150 staff members who support approximately 500 students including full-time undergraduates, part-time students and graduate students. In 2023, Salem received a second $5M anonymous philanthropic gift equaling its largest in history focused on enabling our health leadership transformation. Our graduates are committed to making the world a better, healthier and more equitable place. Niche lists Salem Academy as the No. 1 boarding school in North Carolina; No. 5 college prep high school in North Carolina as well as the No. 1 college prep school in the Greensboro/High Point/Winston-Salem, NC area. Salem Academy has students from more than 10 states and 5 countries. Over 85% of the faculty and staff have a master’s degree or higher. Courses are taught at the college prep, honors, AP and dual enrollment levels. The unique partnership and shared campus with Salem College allows for collaboration with college faculty/staff on curriculum ideas, club activities and more. Recognized by the U.S. News & World Report, Washington Monthly, and the New York Times Magazine as a top liberal arts college in the nation, Salem College continues to lead among liberal arts colleges in social mobility and economic diversity. In 2023, U.S. News & World Report ranked Salem College #2 among all national liberal arts colleges in America as a top performer for social mobility. Salem performed as one of the best liberal arts colleges with the highest percentage of Pell-eligible students graduating in four years. Out of 286 colleges in the country, the New York Times Magazine ranked Salem College as #2 for economic diversity - enrolling more economically disadvantaged students than its peers. This ranking is a reflection of Salem’s commitment to making education accessible and affordable for all students. In another 2023 national ranking, Washington Monthly ranked Salem College as #4 in the nation for Pell-eligible graduation rate, #8 in the country for earning performance, #14 best bang for your buck college in the southeast, and #24 best liberal arts college in the U.S. Salem Academy and College is located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, a vibrant college town known as the “City of Arts and Innovation". Winston-Salem is a lively academic community, home to six institutions of higher education and more than 26,000 students. Winston Salem has a collaborative and engaged academic community with strong private and public schools, excellent healthcare systems, and affordable housing. The Winston-Salem area also offers a rich variety of cultural opportunities and has a vibrant art and restaurant scene. Within a few hours of campus are mountains for skiing, camping, or hiking; rivers for whitewater rafting; and the beautiful ports and beaches of North and South Carolina.
The Public Safety Officer is an essential employee who reports directly to the Director of Public Safety and will be responsible for all security activities involving campus patrol, requests for service, opening/closing of facilities, responding to emergency calls, parking requests, and monitoring, and all other duties as assigned. The Part-time Public Safety Officer will work Friday – Monday, Day Shift. This is an unarmed security position. Essential
Respond to calls for service. Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and public safety departmental members regarding campus policies, procedures, emergency processes. Answer and monitor telephone and radio systems. Respond to emergency-based assignments and directives by supervisors and other institutional administrators. Work cooperatively and effectively with all members of the department, and other campus constituencies. Be familiar with, locate and communicate information in the Salem student handbooks, employee manuals, and Emergency Response Plan manual. Computer skills necessary to complete incident reports create campus identification cards, email correspondence, parking registration, payroll system, etc. Be familiar with and able to operate all fire alarm systems and burglar alarm systems on campus. Maintain current knowledge of buildings and properties including but not limited to safety hazard checks, security checks, floor plans, and employees that maintain offices in each facility. Assists with after-hour emergency facility related work as needed. Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, during inclement weather, and during other circumstances requiring public safety staffing. Provide constant foot patrol to the entire campus. Ability to use physical force to protect yourself or others if necessary and legitimately permissible. Be familiar with and use all issued equipment as required/needed. Performs and completes any other special tasks, responsibilities, and duties as assigned. Position
Excellent communication, oral, interpersonal, writing, and presentation skills. Knowledge of law enforcement/security best practices and procedures. Analytical skills and objective observation of situations and quick decision-making. Skill in managing situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and impartially. De-escalation skills Ability to multi-task and work independently with demonstrated problem-solving skills. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship between diverse operating organizations. Ability to organize work. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to cope with changing requirements, and goals (sometimes rapid changes). QualificationsRequired Qualifications High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required Ability to pass a background check Working knowledge of basic security techniques Previous security-related work experience preferred Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, Salem students, staff, administration, and community At least 21 years of age Valid driver's license Physical/Environmental Requirements: Bend, squat, stand, kneel, walk, run, crawl, and climb. Regularly ascend/descend stairs. Walk for long distances and sit for varying lengths of time. Reach above shoulders, handle keys/tools/objects, push, pull, carry, or lift objects over 40 lbs. Work may necessitate accessing and working in confined spaces or high spaces. Must be physically able to perform tasks appropriately. Must be physically able to operate the equipment required to perform duties. Work in an indoor/outdoor environment subject to changing temperatures. Salem Academy and College is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law in its employment practices.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and be at least 21 years of age with a valid driver's license. The role requires the physical ability to perform patrols and the capacity to pass a background check.
Market context
Part-time public safety roles in North Carolina often draw steady interest from candidates with security, law enforcement, or campus safety experience. Competition can be strong because employers typically look for reliable judgment, physical readiness for patrols, and a clean background, along with a high school diploma or GED, age 21+, and a valid driver’s license. Review the posting carefully and confirm you meet the patrol and screening requirements before applying; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you save time by pulling key details from the original job description.
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