Campus Safety Officer

Safeguard the campus through regular patrols and extensive interaction and partnerships with students, faculty, staff, visitors, and the broader Hartford community. Support a positive student experience by creating a safe and inclusive campus environment and enforcing college policies and community standards. Help perform incident investigations and respond to emergencies and crises on campus.

Conduct active and random patrols of the campus to provide a safe and secure environment for individuals and property, and to enforce college policies and community standards Perform initial investigations of incidents, conduct follow-up investigations, and make accurate and timely written reports Respond to emergencies, problems and complaints, and provide care and resources to those who are sick, injured, or in crisis Perform duties in uniform and may travel by foot, bicycle, or marked Campus Safety Vehicle Perform other related duties as assigned and based on departmental needs High School Diploma or GED Associates, preferred 1-3 years of work experience Driver’s License and excellent driving record Able to pass a background investigation Experience/commitment to working with and supporting diverse communities Possess strong critical thinking skills Ability to handle sensitive and challenging situations with professionalism and compassion Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as a member of a diverse team Display sensitivity to the unique role that security plays in a college setting Effective oral and written communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Strong conflict resolution, negotiation, collaboration, and facilitation skills and experience Computer and written skills consistent with the completion of detailed and comprehensive reports on computer-based reporting systems Meticulous attention to detail Reliable and able to work independently under established guidelines Able to perform duties at night and during inclement weather Previous campus safety experience is a plus Ability to speak a second language is a plus