Campus Safety Services Officer

Play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our diverse community! Williams College Campus Safety Services (CSS) seeks dedicated individuals to serve as Campus Safety Officers. You'll provide security, respond to incidents, and offer support to our students, faculty, and staff, contributing to a secure and welcoming campus environment. Responsibilities: Under the general supervision of a Campus Safety Supervisor: Patrol campus and respond to incidents and calls for service. Enforce college policies and guidelines. Conduct investigations and prepare incident reports. Assist with training new officers, as needed. Support dispatch operations as needed. Assess and respond to competing demands in the case of multiple routine and emergencies (including medical and psychological), in order of critical need. Enter and maintain accurate log entries, manage emails, and use technology to access, input, and organize information needed for writing reports. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent. Ability to perform essential job functions, including patrolling campus and responding to incidents in various locations, including in adverse weather conditions, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and stand or walk for extended periods is required. Qualifications: Related experience/training preferred, but not required. A valid Drivers License is preferred. Must be able to maintain confidentiality. Ability to handle emergency situations with excellent judgment and discretion. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including computer proficiency and the ability to learn and adapt to new technology or software. Cultural competency and sensitivity, including the ability to maintain effective working relationships with a broad spectrum of individuals from a variety of diverse backgrounds. Possesses strong people skills, patience, and a willingness to assist others, with a perceptive and empathetic approach. Schedule: Hours: 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. - including a rotating schedule of four days on, and two days off to include 8- and 10-hour shifts. Flexibility for overtime, mandatory shifts, holiday hours, and emergencies. Schedules are subject to change based on the needs of the department. Benefits: This position offers a full benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement, and tuition assistance toward degree programs or other continuing education. Support for certification opportunities and professional development. Application review will begin on April 9, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. The pay range is from $18.75 to $24/hr, commensurate with experience. Please visit http://careers.williams.edu to apply. Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service. Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at hr@williams.edu. Instructions for Applicants The mission of Williams College, to provide the highest quality liberal arts education, is advanced by the rich variety of backgrounds and experiences that faculty, staff, and students bring to the work that we do together. The college is committed to building and sustaining a learning and working environment where members from all backgrounds can learn, live, and thrive. We are deeply committed to our employees, providing tuition assistance, excellent benefits, and a warm and welcoming professional environment. We are looking for candidates who share our values in prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and sustainability. Located in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, Williams offers a rich academic environment in a beautiful setting. The Berkshiresknown as a cultural corridorare a great place to live, work, and play. With natural beauty, rich history, and top-notch schools, there Berkshires hosts an array of recreational opportunities from world-class museums to hiking trails. The New York Capital Region, Albany International Airport, and Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Train Station are just an hour away, and Boston and New York City are within a three-hour drive. The college's vibrant 450-acre campus is home to approximately 2,000 students who bring vibrancy to picturesque Williamstown. Many people relocate here for their job at Williams but stay for the community connections that they build. We hope youll take some time to explore the resources here and get to know more about our communitythe one here on campus as well as the broader communities of Williamstown and the Berkshires.