Public Safety Officer I

Summary

Who We Are Why Rensselaer? Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world's fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One – the first university-based quantum computer in the world.Who We Are Why Rensselaer? Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world's fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One – the first university-based quantum computer in the world.Job Summary Entry level Public Safety opportunities available for service minded individuals interested in facilitating a safe and secure environment for the students, faculty, and staff who live, learn and work at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The Public Safety Officer I is responsible for the detection and prevention of crime, for the protection of persons, property and the general maintenance of peace, order and security; duties include patrol, crowd control, traffic control and dispatching.Minimum Qualifications Candidates will have, at least a some college credits after having completed high school or GED. College requirement not necessary for those with qualifying military serviceMust possess and maintain a valid US driver's licenseMust have the ability to obtain and maintain a NYS Security Guard LicenseCPR and AED certification must be completed within three months of hireAll Public Safety Officer I incumbents must successfully complete Rensselaer's Field Officer Training Program within four (4) months of hireMust be available for flexible shift schedulingNote: Five (5) years of safety, security, law enforcement experience or other related experience may be substituted for college creditsRelevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking skillsMust possess the ability to assess a situation and apply appropriate conflict resolution techniquesAbility to use crisis intervention techniquesAbility to use relevant personal and/or mobile computing technologyMust possess excellent verbal and written communication skillsRequires ability to handle multiple emergency situationsRequires excellent customer relations skills and the ability to deal effectively with a diverse population in an academic settingPreferred Knowledge, Skill, And Abilities Knowledge of computerized emergency and data base systemsShift Public Safety: Various Shifts. All members of the Department of Public Safety must be available for flexible shift scheduling Including:3rd shift 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM2nd Shift 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM1st Shift 7:00 AM - 3:00 PMTravel Local travel between campus locations onlyDriving Driving a Rensselaer vehicle for non-passenger useSalary Range/Rate Expected Hiring Range Public Safety Officer I $20.25Public Safety Officer II $22.55 Qualifications for Public Safety Officer II include: Officer II may require a higher educational standard, specialized certifications, or additional years of experience. At least five (5) years of combined safety, security, law enforcement, or related experience, which can substitute for college credits. Prior supervisory or leadership experience in a safety or security setting preferred. Advanced certifications in security or law enforcement practices.Pay transparency disclosure The selected candidate's salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate's qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer's good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.Total Compensation And Benefits Information Rensselaer's Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).Rensselaer is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer's work and campus communities.RPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Who We Are Why Rensselaer? Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world's fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One – the first university-based quantum computer in the world.Who We Are Why Rensselaer? Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world's fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One – the first university-based quantum computer in the world.Job Summary Entry level Public Safety opportunities available for service minded individuals interested in facilitating a safe and secure environment for the students, faculty, and staff who live, learn and work at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The Public Safety Officer I is responsible for the detection and prevention of crime, for the protection of persons, property and the general maintenance of peace, order and security; duties include patrol, crowd control, traffic control and dispatching.Minimum Qualifications Candidates will have, at least a some college credits after having completed high school or GED. College requirement not necessary for those with qualifying military serviceMust possess and maintain a valid US driver's licenseMust have the ability to obtain and maintain a NYS Security Guard LicenseCPR and AED certification must be completed within three months of hireAll Public Safety Officer I incumbents must successfully complete Rensselaer's Field Officer Training Program within four (4) months of hireMust be available for flexible shift schedulingNote: Five (5) years of safety, security, law enforcement experience or other related experience may be substituted for college creditsRelevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking skillsMust possess the ability to assess a situation and apply appropriate conflict resolution techniquesAbility to use crisis intervention techniquesAbility to use relevant personal and/or mobile computing technologyMust possess excellent verbal and written communication skillsRequires ability to handle multiple emergency situationsRequires excellent customer relations skills and the ability to deal effectively with a diverse population in an academic settingPreferred Knowledge, Skill, And Abilities Knowledge of computerized emergency and data base systemsShift Public Safety: Various Shifts. All members of the Department of Public Safety must be available for flexible shift scheduling Including:3rd shift 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM2nd Shift 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM1st Shift 7:00 AM - 3:00 PMTravel Local travel between campus locations onlyDriving Driving a Rensselaer vehicle for non-passenger useSalary Range/Rate Expected Hiring Range Public Safety Officer I $20.25Public Safety Officer II $22.55 Qualifications for Public Safety Officer II include: Officer II may require a higher educational standard, specialized certifications, or additional years of experience. At least five (5) years of combined safety, security, law enforcement, or related experience, which can substitute for college credits. Prior supervisory or leadership experience in a safety or security setting preferred. Advanced certifications in security or law enforcement practices.Pay transparency disclosure The selected candidate's salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate's qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer's good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.Total Compensation And Benefits Information Rensselaer's Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).Rensselaer is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer's work and campus communities.RPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr