Campus Safety Officer

Position Title:

Campus Safety Officer

Bryn Mawr College:

Campus Safety

Location:

Bryn Mawr College Campus

Job Description:

About the Institution: Since its founding in 1885, Bryn Mawr College has been the preeminent college for women interested in the pursuit of wisdom necessary to challenge the world's expectations. With its pioneering American Collegiate Gothic architecture and picturesque landscape, our campus is recognized as one of the most beautiful in the country. Located less than 15 miles from Philadelphia, and within 2-3 hours of New York City, Baltimore, and Washington, DC, Bryn Mawr’s location offers easy access to public transportation and endless recreation, dining, retail, and cultural activities.

Position Overview: Bryn Mawr College is seeking a Campus Safety Officer to join our campus community. Campus Safety is committed to a community-oriented, service‑focused approach that supports an inclusive and welcoming campus environment. The Campus Safety Officer performs a variety of duties to support the safety and security of students, staff, faculty, visitors, and campus buildings/grounds.

Position Responsibilities:

• Conduct patrols of the College’s campus, including buildings, grounds, and parking lots.

• Conduct exterior checks of campus property and lighting and perform weekly checks of emergency phones and towers.

• Respond in a safe, prompt, and efficient manner to calls from the dispatcher, including:

• Investigating suspicious activity.

• Responding to medical, fire, safety, and other emergencies.

• Managing situations with a calm, professional demeanor.

• Gathering and documenting information related to unusual behavior and potential violations of law or College policy.

• Responding to security (burglary/fire) alarms on campus.

• Responding to requests for campus escorts.

• Provide emergency medical transportation.

• Complete incident reports.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Schedule & Benefits: This full-time, non-exempt position has an anticipated schedule of 40 hours per week, year-round (2,080 hours annualized), 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., Wednesday through Sunday. Bryn Mawr is committed to building and sustaining a campus community where faculty and staff can thrive. The College offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including but not limited to a 10% retirement contribution, 22 days vacation, 3 personal days, generous holidays, and more. For more information, visit: https://www.brynmawr.edu/inside/offices-services/human-resources/benefits

While no one person may possess all the qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will have many of the following professional experiences and characteristics.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Experience in a higher education environment is preferred.

• Professional experience in public safety, security, or related fields.

• Ability to engage positively and professionally with students, staff, and visitors to provide information, assistance, and referrals to campus resources.

• Ability to conduct foot patrols within facilities and around campus.

• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

• Successful completion of satisfactory background checks.

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

• Current certification or the ability to obtain certification in CPR, first aid, crime prevention, and self-defense.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

• Proficiency with email, and basic Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel).

• Successful completion of satisfactory background checks required.

To apply, upload your complete application package as a single PDF document. A complete application package includes: 1) cover letter and 2) resume. Application review will continue until the position is filled. To initiate your application, use the APPLY button.

Weekly Hours:

40