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Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Position Details Classification Details FLSA Status Non-Exempt Position Information Position Title Safety Officer, 2nd Shift Position Type Staff Employee Group Staff Time Status Full-Time Time Category Full Time (1560-2080 hours) Annual Hours 2080 of Months 12 Hours Per Week 40 Work Dates July 1 – June 30 Hours are 2:00pm to 12:00am Rotating two week schedule. Campus Main Campus (Grantham) Position Description Position Summary A community-focused position responsible for helping to foster and safeguard a climate conducive to learning and working. The purpose of this position is to provide security and protective services to the campus, and to cultivate positive relationships with the community at large. Education Required High School Diploma or equivalent Knowledge/Certifications Required For Position Intermediate computer skills – ability to learn campus software and Microsoft Office within first 30 days of employment First Aid/CPR/AED – must be certified within first 6 months of employment. Training provided by Messiah University. Handcuffing/OC Spray Certification – must be certified in first year of employment. Training provided by Messiah University. Education Preferred Bachelor’s degree Experience Required None Experience Preferred 2 years of security, safety, or human services employment. Prior experience working in a higher education setting. Skills, Characteristics Required For Position Exemplary interpersonal and human relations skills Ability to demonstrate respect for others, and build trust and rapport with co-workers and students, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds Experience and desire to interface with traditional aged university students Service orientation Ability to manage conflict, to effect conflict resolution and to work cooperatively with the campus community Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks Demonstrates commitment to the job, strong work ethic and integrity Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality. Special Working Conditions Must have the ability to mentally and physically perform essential job functions which require walking, prolonged standing, pushing, pulling, stooping, lifting (40lbs) and endure various weather conditions. Willingness to work different shifts, work weekends and holidays, some mandatory overtime required for special events; submit to Hepatitis B immunization or provide documentation of such. This position is essential; employees providing essential services must report to work as scheduled by their supervisor in the event of an emergency closing or delay. Driving Requirements This position requires the operation of a Messiah University-owned or leased vehicle and the employee must possess and maintain a current driver’s license, meet the established criteria, and abide by all policies and procedures as presented in the University’s Fleet Vehicle Use Policy. Duties Essential Employee Essential - Emergency Only Primary Duties Provide security and protective services oversight to campus facilities. Act as a resource to students, employees, and campus visitors. Responsible for maintaining up-to-date knowledge of all parking and permit regulations outlined in the University traffic code; enforce as necessary. Conduct active traffic management to ensure compliance with PA vehicle code. Respond to, investigate, and accurately document crimes reported to the department that occur in/on campus property. Maintain security patrol via foot, bike, and vehicle of campus grounds and satellite properties. Respond to and assume operational control of incidents (campus emergencies) to ensure safety of individuals and property. Be first responder for medical calls. Conduct safety escorts for campus community members. Act as liaison with outside law enforcement and other community organizations. Maintain consistent and reliable attendance. Secondary Duties Testify at PA Court of Common pleas, District Justice, and campus judiciary/administrative hearings. Perform dispatch services when necessary. Conduct and assist in the execution of fire drills. Other duties as assigned. Supervises: of Administrative 0 Supervises: of Staff 0 Supervises: of Student 0 Posting Date 11/03/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Application Deadline Diversity Messiah University’s commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence draws inspiration from its mission “to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society.” The university has pursued this vision through a strategic planning process that encourages diversity through employee and student composition, campus climate, and an educational program that seeks to equip and enable educators and students to embrace diversity. Candidates should clearly articulate why diversity and inclusive excellence matter to them as persons of faith as well as in their profession. Candidates will speak to how as a potential employee, they will contribute to the advancement of this vision through their teaching-learning, research, institutional service, and public engagement. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Interest Resume Optional Documents Human Resources: One University Avenue Suite 3015 Mechanicsburg PA 17055; 717-796-5300 Student Employment: One University Avenue Suite 3015 Mechanicsburg PA 17055; 717-796-1800 x.2900