Public Safety Officer - Wilkes University

Wilkes University invites applications for the position of Public Safety Officer Residence Hall Security.

Reporting to a shift supervisor, the Public Safety Officer Residence Hall Security position provides late night and early morning security for University residence halls. Working at a static post, the Public Safety Officer will ensure that those entering the building are residents or authorized to enter and will provide emergency lock out services and interior/exterior building checks.

When classes are not in session, the Public Safety Officer provides customer services to University community members; enforces all parking regulations within University parking lots; provides escorts (walking or vehicle) within a reasonable distance of campus.

The ideal candidate will be and/or have:

Act 235 certified in the State of Pennsylvania,

Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent,

A valid P.A. Driver's License,

Eligible for C.P.R /A.E.D. Certification within 6 months of hire,

One to three years of creditable experience in a similar position or work environment,

Basic computer skills,

A professional level of oral and written communication skills, and:

Must be able to pass a stringent background check.

Wilkes University is an independent, comprehensive university dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts, sciences, and selected professional programs. The University has approximately 2,400 students at the undergraduate level and over 2,000 full time equivalent students at the graduate and first professional levels.

Its institutional focus is on developing strong mentoring relationships with each of its students and contributing vitally to economic development of Northeastern Pennsylvania. The University is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, a revitalized city that is located on the lovely Susquehanna River and is within two and one-half hours driving distance of New York City and Philadelphia.

To apply, visit www.Wilkes.edu and click "Jobs at Wilkes". Please be sure to include a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae and three references.

Wilkes University is constantly seeking to become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. The University strongly encourages applications from persons with diverse backgrounds.

Information on the Wilkes University Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be viewed at: www.wilkes.edu/pages/177.asp