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Campus Safety
Job Summary
College security officers is a non-sworn position that assists College Police to ensure the safety of students, staff, and property through regular foot/vehicle/bike patrols, building access control, and incident response. This department is a 24/7 operation with staffing on all three shifts. Responsibilities include enforcing safety regulations, providing 24/7 security escorts, building lockouts and lockups, parking enforcement, preparing incident reports, reporting safety concerns and providing customer service. Will utilize Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) to properly log calls. May need to use the college’s mass notification RAVE system.
This position is an entry point to pursuing a career in law enforcement/campus safety at Smith College.
This is a casual, non-benefitted position.
Pay for this role is typically between $21.23-$25.94 hourly covering the middle half of market compensation. Actual compensation will vary based on individual qualifications.
Key Responsibilities
Patrol and Inspection: Patrolling campus grounds and buildings (residential, academic, and administrative) to identify safety hazards, unauthorized persons, or breaches of security.
Access Control: Locking and unlocking buildings/rooms.
Emergency Response: Responding to assist Police with fire alarms, medical emergencies and disturbances, often including administering first aid or CPR.
Reporting: Preparing all types of incident reports.
Traffic and Safety: Directing traffic, enforcing parking regulations, and assisting motorists.
Monitoring Systems: Radio and alarm
Public Interaction: Handle walk-in requests for assistance at the police department.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Physical & Schedule needs: Frequently requires working nights, weekends, and holidays, along with the ability to walk for extended periods and stand for long durations.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to maintain composure during stressful, high-pressure situations.
Technical Proficiency: Ability to operate radio systems, CAD software, and Microsoft Office. Be able to attain DCJIS certification.
Certifications: While not required - EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatch) and APCO PST1 certifications, or the ability to obtain them is helpful.
Background Check: Must pass a thorough background check and possess a clean drivers’ history
Availability: Must be able to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as this position is for an on-call member (casual position with Smith College).
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Previous experience in public safety, security, or customer service.
Preferred Qualifications
College Degree in law enforcement/public safety
Good customer service skills
Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-tasked environment
CPR/1st Aid or ability to attain
CAD knowledge
DCJIS certification
Position Type
Fixed Term
Please attach BOTH a current resume and a cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position. Be sure you have provided all attachments before submitting your application.
Review of applications will begin
Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women’s colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at [email protected].
As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.
