Public Safety Officer

Public Safety Officer

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share : equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location : 612 Wilson Blvd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627

Opening : Regular

Time Type : Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Department : Department of Public Safety

Work Shift : UR - Rotating (United States of America)

Range : UR PSOA 028 H

Compensation Range : $24.78 - $30.70

The referenced pay range represents the first and last step pay rates for this job, as set forth in the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Individual pay will be set in accordance with terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities :

The Department of Public Safety is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as Public Safety Officers. You'll play a vital role in keeping our University community safe and secure, working in partnership with our sworn Peace Officers.

Supervision and direction : None

Machines and equipment used : Two-way radio, mobile computer terminal, university patrol vehicle, handcuffs and pepper gel.

Typical duties :

• Patrols University owned and / or operated properties in a vehicle, on foot or by bicycle.
• Investigates complaints or criminal incidents reported to Public Safety at the Medical Center, River Campus and the Eastman School of Music, or any of the University's satellite properties.
• Conducts investigations of crimes and other matters affecting the public safety and general well-being of the Community.
• Apprehends detains and interrogates criminal suspects. Makes turnover citizen's arrest of criminal offenders.
• Conducts interviews with victims, witnesses, complainants and suspects; prepares depositions and confessions for the judicial process; examines scope and extent of interview / interrogation by preserving the civil rights of those interviewed; reviews cases and arrests to ensure compliance with University policies / procedures as well as to ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
• Inspects the scenes of surveillance, criminal activity, serious motor vehicle accidents, major injuries, suspicious fires, bomb threats, felony complaints, and other disturbances to detect and gather information and evidence to be used in the apprehension and prosecution of offenders.
• Enforces and adheres to University policies and procedures, rules and regulations; recover stolen property.
• Assists with determining threat risk to University community; responds in an on-call capacity to personally conduct or manage an untoward event or an evolving investigation; investigates cases of sexual assault or sexual misconduct involving University community members; interacts with faculty, staff, students and parents during major incidents or stressful situations; provides guidance to staff, students, faculty on handling criminal incidents.
• Reports all information in either oral or written form to command officer(s). Maintains confidentiality of information. Provides emergency assistance to those in the University community.
• Enforces federal, state, city laws and University regulations. Contacts and assists other police / security agencies as appropriate. Required to sign depositions and testify in court when needed. Assists students, faculty, staff, visitors and patients to the extent consistent with departmental regulations and instructions. Provides guidance to University property, functions and buildings.
• Maintains confidentiality of safety and activity records. Develops reports and profiles as appropriate. Attends shift briefings.

Qualifications :

Associates degree in Police Science, Criminal Justice / Criminology, or its equivalency of a minimum of 60 semester hours with an emphasis in Criminal Justice / Criminology. Plus, at least two (2) consecutive years of service.

Licensing / Certification : Must possess a valid NYS Drivers License; must have current NYS guard licensure.

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the Universitys Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military / veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.