Public Safety Officer Position Announcement Brownwood, TX Howard Payne University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), age, veteran status, disability or genetic information. Background investigations will be conducted. The University is a "Drug Free Workplace." Applicants and employees may be required to take a drug and alcohol test at any time. Position Title: Public Safety Officer Posting Date: July 14, 2016 Start Date: Immediately Classification: Non-Exempt, Full-Time Staff Expectations - Howard Payne University, a church-related institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, seeks to employ evangelical Christians, with preference given to Baptists, who are dedicated to teaching and service as they model the principles of the Christian faith and the University s sincere religious beliefs. Howard Payne University is committed to the integration of learning and Christian faith in the pursuit of truth. Employees are expected to embrace the Christian mission and purpose of Howard Payne University and must support Howard Payne University s sincere religious beliefs by leading lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities both on campus and through a local church. Your signature on this job description indicates your understanding and affirmation of these statements. As a condition of employment, employees are paid by Direct Deposit. Summary - The officer supports the Department of Public Safety s (DPS) mission to provide students, employees, and guests of the university with a safe and secure environment in which to study, work and enjoy programs offered by the university. The position of Public Safety Officer requires flexibility in scheduling. The Public Safety Officers are assigned a standard work schedule. This schedule may be altered to meet the needs of the department. Alterations may be made to accommodate special University events, emergencies, and/or staff member sick leave, vacation, holiday leave, and emergency leave. Essential Duties and Responsibilities - These duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Provides general support, and emergency response services. 2. Completion of daily shift log reports. 3. Remains in constant contact with others via cellular telephone and/or radio. 4. Issuance of university parking violation warnings and citations. 5. Provides routine patron escort and general customer services. 6. Guards University and personal property against damage, fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry. Qualifications - High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Background investigations will be conducted. Your signature on the Staff Application indicates your understanding of these statements.
Application Procedure: Submit an HPU Staff Application (available at www.hputx.edu/jobs), resume, and three professional references to: Application Deadline: Until filled Mrs. Kyra Owen Administrative Assistant, Business and Human Resources Howard Payne University 1000 Fisk Avenue, Suite 210 Brownwood, TX 76801 Phone: (325) 649-8031 E-mail: hr@hputx.edu
Job Description Job Title: Public Safety Officer (Non-Commissioned, Non-Peace Officer Position) Department: Department of Public Safety Reports To: Public Safety Supervisor(s) and the Director of University DPS FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Staff Prepared By: Dr. Magen Bunyard, Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students Prepared Date: July 14, 2016 Approved By: Bill Fishback, Associate Vice President for Business & Human Resources Approved Date: July 15, 2016 Expectations - Howard Payne University, a church-related institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, seeks to employ evangelical Christians, with preference given to Baptists, who are dedicated to teaching and service as they model the principles of the Christian faith and the University s sincere religious beliefs. Howard Payne University is committed to the integration of learning and Christian faith in the pursuit of truth. Employees are expected to embrace the Christian mission and purpose of Howard Payne University and must support Howard Payne University s sincere religious beliefs by leading lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities both on campus and through a local church. Your signature on this job description indicates your understanding and affirmation of these statements. As a condition of employment, employees are paid by Direct Deposit. Summary - The officer supports the Department of Public Safety s (DPS) mission to provide students, employees, and guests of the university with a safe and secure environment in which to study, work and enjoy programs offered by the university. Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The position of Public Safety Officer requires flexibility in scheduling. The Public Safety Officers are assigned a standard work schedule. This schedule may be altered to meet the needs of the department. Alterations may be made to accommodate special University events, emergencies, and/or staff member sick leave, vacation, holiday leave, and emergency leave. These duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Provides general support, and emergency response services. 2. Completion of daily shift log reports. 3. Remains in constant contact with others via cellular telephone and/or radio. 4. Issuance of university parking violation warnings and citations. 5. Provides routine patron escort and general customer services. 6. Guards university and personal property against damage, fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry by performing the following duties: a. Routine patrols of buildings and grounds of the university on foot or in patrol vehicles. b. Examines doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure. c. Warns violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles, and reports to local law enforcement agencies persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts. d. Inspects equipment and machinery to determine if tampering has occurred. e. Watches for and reports irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes or other building safety hazards, and security doors left unlocked.
f. Observes individuals to guard against theft of university property. g. Sounds alarm or calls police or fire department by telephone in case of fire or illegal activities. h. Allows authorized persons to enter property. i. Records data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, and malfunctioning machinery or equipment, for use of supervisory staff. Supervisory Responsibilities - This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Competencies - To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 1. Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data. 2. Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. 3. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. 4. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. 5. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds university values. 6. Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decisionmaking process; Makes timely decisions. 7. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. 8. Safety and Security - Observes safety and university public safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. 9. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. 10. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds university values. 11. Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decisionmaking process; Makes timely decisions. 12. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. 13. Safety and Security - Observes safety and university public safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience - High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses - As a condition of employment, the employee maintain a current Texas driver's license and be at least 21 years of age to drive any vehicle on behalf of the university. Language Skills - Ability to effectively read, write and comprehend English. Ability to read simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to students, guests, and employees of the university. Math Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have working knowledge of and be able to use Microsoft Outlook email software, Microsoft Word, and commonly used Internet browsers. License - As a condition of employment, the employee maintain a current Texas driver's license and be at least 21 years of age to drive any vehicle on behalf of the university. Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes, airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals used in the routine cleaning and maintenance of
university buildings and grounds; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. By my signature below, I confirm I have read, understand and can meet all of the expectations and physical requirements in this Job Description. Signature Date