Rocky Vista University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Rocky Vista University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Rocky Vista University has an opening in Englewood, CO for a
Safety and Security Training Officer (Full -Time)
SALARY:
$21.00 per hour. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill, knowledge, experience, education, and credentials.
BENEFITS:
RVU offers a full benefits package that includes Health, Dental and Vision insurance, along with 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, personal days, 13 ½ paid holidays (if security officer works holiday you will be paid time and ½ instead of holiday pay) and 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee's contribution.
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence: We are Rocky Vista University (RVU), a diverse, equitable, and inclusive healthcare education university that recognizes, values, and respects the commonalities and differences reflected in our students, staff, faculty, and alumni. We strive to be compassionate healthcare educators and practitioners who embrace and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion.
RVU is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Primary Purpose
The Safety and Security Training Officer is responsible for providing leadership, operational support, and oversight of the safety and security training programs, while providing security services established by Rocky Vista University.
Essential Job Functions
Review and/or provide advice and support to students, faculty and staff on safety and security training matters, related to standards, policies, regulations and rules, as approved by the Manager.
Leads security training projects for students, faculty and staff.
Create or acquire new learning tools to strengthen the safety and security of RVU in a cost-effective manner.
Keep abreast of developments in various areas of safety and security training and learning.
Monitors the work of the Safety and Security team in carrying out all training projects introduced by the Security Training Officer, and approved by Leadership.
Coordinates and administers tests related to training certifications for all Safety and Security staff.
In cooperation with the entire team, assesses training needs, and designs and delivers training programs for the Safety and Security staff.
Networks with other, similar entities on issues related to safety and security training.
Make suggestions to Supervisor and Manager of Safety and Security regarding departmental budget, to meet training needs for safety and security at Rocky Vista University.
Demonstrates personal commitment to the organization and provides continuous, quality work.
Demonstrate safe work practices and attitudes, follows safety rules, work to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors and participate in organization and departmental safety programs.
Patrol buildings, grounds, parking lots, and report incidents on campus to the Supervisor, and/or the Director of Security to determine appropriate security responses to incidents.
Monitor closed circuit television camera system; manage access control system and badges. Issue parking permits; lock and unlock entries and exits for authorized usage.
Ability to keep records and utilize computer to complete and maintain all paperwork related to public safety including incident reports, theft, injury reports and reports on unsafe or hazardous conditions.
Establish and maintain contacts with relevant external agencies concerned with safety and security; formulate rapid response systems with appropriate law enforcement agencies.
Enforce State, Federal, and College policies on campus. Provide safety escorts to various locations on campus for staff and students.
Perform all other duties and projects as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.
Must obey and comply with all RVU standard operating procedures.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with staff, faculty, students, local and State agencies and visitors, as well as supervisor positions.
Must be upbeat, positive, outgoing, personable and able to relate well with diverse populations and age groups.
Ability to work effectively in a team-based multicultural environment.
Able to work independently and provide reports.
Must be able to balance priorities while paying attention to detail when working on multiple projects.
Computer skills such as Outlook and word.
Must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
Demonstrate experience with security training programs.
Demonstrated commitment to valuing equity, diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in an academic facility
Minimum of 4 years working in the security field or in law enforcement
Final applicant will be required to pass background check and drug screening.
Qualified applicants will be contacted. There may be an additional video interview for you to complete. Please watch your email including spam and promotions folder.
Rocky Vista University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. The following are essential abilities and physical requirements for all positions at the University.
Ability to orally communicate effectively with others;
Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language;
Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels;
May be exposed to short, intermittent, and /or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties;
May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies to include, but not limited to, pens, pencils, calculators, computer keyboards, telephone, etc.;
May be required to transport oneself to other campus offices, conference rooms, and on occasion, to off-campus sites to attend meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, etc.
