Northwest State Community College
520 E. Sycamore
Van Wert, OH 45891
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Campus Police Officer (Part-Time)

Summary
Applications are being accepted for a Campus Police Officer (Part-time) at Northwest State Community College. The Campus Police are responsible for the overall safety and security of the Van Wert campus. This includes campus patrolling and maintaining a high visibility presence in order to secure a safe environment for students, faculty, staff and guests of the college.

Hours will vary between 4:00pm and 8:30pm Monday through Thursday. Occasionally, additional weekday and weekend hours may be required to help cover special events/gatherings at the college.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide a visual security presence on campus.
2. Investigate reports of illegal activity on campus.
3. Investigate any accidents and respond to any emergency.
4. Write detailed incident reports on all incidents that occur.
5. Issue college IDs to staff, faculty, and students of the college.
6. Accompany students, employees and visitors to their cars when requested.
7. Respond to all safety, security and fire alarms.
8. Secure the campus buildings’ entrances and exits at the end of operating hours.
9. Other similar duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: 

  • High School graduate or GED; Associate Degree in Criminal Justice and/or Law Enforcement is preferred.
  • Possession of a State of Ohio operator’s license.
  • Must be certified to carry a firearm.
  • Must be certified as an Ohio Police Officer by the State of Ohio and maintain while employed.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

  • Ability to comprehend, analyze, interpret and apply to specific situations the laws of the State of Ohio, NSCC policies and procedures.
  • Familiar with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google applications.
  • Ability to learn college ID, access, and CCTV systems.
  • Ability to write clear, concise communications and reports.
  • Ability to effectively respond to inquiry, give direction to, and control people in a professional manner.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and make critical decisions under both routine and highly stressful conditions.
  • Ability to remain calm, patient and composed while exercising tact in dealing with uncooperative persons or people presenting challenging interpersonal situations.

 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT
Responsible for maintaining communication and a good working relationship with local law enforcement and emergency response agencies. This position will have continual contact with the public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Northwest State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and educator that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, age, disability or military status in employment or the provision of services.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the policy of Northwest State Community College to provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities. When contacted for an interview, an applicant who requires special accommodations due to a disability should notify the Human Resources office at the time he/she is contacted so that proper arrangements can be made for the interview.

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