CPSO 1 - Campus Public Safety Officer

Position Number: 999877 Unit/Department: Public Safety FTE: Full-time Hourly Wage: $16.
00 Department Summary: Drake University Public Safety is the main provider of emergency services and is committed to maintaining a safe campus environment for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
With staff available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, the Public Safety staff is committed to being active role-models for both students and employees and developing positive community relations with Des Moines Police Department and other organizations.
Job Summary: Drake University Public Safety is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Public Safety Officer for the evening hours of 3:30 pm - 11:30 pm.
This officer will contribute to the safety of the university by patrolling the campus, providing assistance in conflict resolution and assisting in safety prevention efforts.
The successful candidate should be able to perform all of the essential job functions as well as meet the minimum education/experience requirements.
The position will require the candidate to work weekends and holidays.
The chosen candidate will need to become a responsible employee/Campus Security Authority under the Jeanne Clery Act.
Minimum Qualifications: - High School Diploma/ GED - Written / verbal communication skills - Ability to follow verbal and written instructions - Computer experience - A valid driver's license and ability to meet insurability requirements is required to drive on behalf of the university - Post offer, pre-employment drug screen required Job Duties: 45% - Patrol the grounds, buildings, and parking areas to identify any irregular conditions that might result in property loss or injury, and take adequate intermediary measures to assure the protection of the employees, students, assets, and public reputation.
- (Essential) 10% - Provide consultation, conflict resolution, and referrals to students.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with university policy and practice.
- (Essential) 10% - Perform administrative support, including all documentation or any other correspondence for the unit and any other related administrative duties.
- (Essential) 5% - Answer phone calls, providing a pleasant and helpful phone contact for faculty, staff, employees, and public.
- (Essential) 5% - Participate in the investigation of accidents and injuries and cooperate in the preparation of material and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
- (Essential) 5% - Assist in safety prevention efforts, including responding to all safety drills, fire alarms, and emergencies.
- (Essential) 5% - Utilize electronic card access, closed circuit television and other audio/visual monitoring systems, monitors and supervises the response to all reports or irregular conditions, including the unauthorized entry of persons or vehicles to protected buildings and areas, breaches of perimeter security or any other suspicious activities occurring on university property.
- (Essential) 5% - Investigate security incidents and prepare written reports on findings.
- (Essential) 5% - Contact local law enforcement personnel when circumstances warrant.
- (Essential) 5% - Complete required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
Perform other duties, as assigned.
- (Essential) Review of Applications Begins:Review of applications will begin immediately.
This position will remain posted until filled.
For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview.
For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.
About Drake: Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest.
Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body.
We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike.
More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions.
Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work.
We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.
All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Drake: At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community.
Drake University is proud to support an equal opportunity, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.
In fact, the celebration of diversity and inclusion are embedded in our Core Values.
We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
If you are a member of a socially or historically underrepresented or marginalized group or you have actively demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we strongly encourage you to apply.
If you are a member of one of the equity groups identified by applicable law, we encourage you to self-identify, where requested in our online application system.
Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities.
If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (ph: 515.
271.
3133; e: jobs@drake.
edu) and let us know how we can assist you.
At Drake University, we highly value a diverse, inclusive workforce.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We stand firmly against discrimination including on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.