Public Safety Patrol Specialist Position Available In Greenville, South Carolina

Public Safety Patrol Specialist

Job Category:

FACILITIES

Requisition Number:

PUBLI003608

Posting Details

Posted:

May 6, 2025
Full-Time South Carolina
Greenville, SC 296140001, USA Job Details
Description

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage, supervise, and delegate work to all shift personnel working while on duty
Exercise appropriate and independent judgment in making decisions in all situations; work under stressful and time restrictive conditions that may include high-risk, life-threatening situations, flashing lights, loud noises, low light, and adverse or varied environmental/weather conditions, and/or other challenging or ever-changing surroundings
Uniformed patrol of campus properties with attention to enforcement, observation, crime prevention and apprehension and assure other patrol personnel are following established patrol procedures
Assume lead duties and hazard assessment in emergency response to campus alarms and calls for emergency assistance, including law enforcement, fire, and medical/injury type calls
Enforce campus driving and parking regulations with emphasis on moving violation enforcement; assign other patrol officers to same and ensure even enforcement of regulations
Oversee and perform traffic control according to established standards
Act as official liaison between Operations Supervisor and field employees
Counsel and coach assigned personnel regarding job performance as needed; administer disciplinary actions as outlined in the policies and procedures manual
Interview complaintants and suspects of campus incidents, investigate, and prepare written reports
Collect and review all data during shift involving law enforcement, fire, and first response calls
May receive and handle all types of telephone calls and e-mails requiring immediate attention. May dispatch calls and relay information to appropriate units to ensure prompt response to calls and to best utilize departmental and university resources. Transmit vital information in emergency and non-emergency situations to appropriate Public Safety units, university departments, and/or outside agencies.
Instruct and demonstrate proper use of law enforcement, fire, first aid, first response, and communications equipment and procedures; may present informational lectures; assist in orientation and on-going training of employees
Operate and maintain various law enforcement, fire, and other emergency equipment, which may include weapons, fire suppression, and specialized rescue, medical, and/or other communications equipment
Ensure assigned unit, work area, and equipment are properly maintained, in safe working condition, meet department “readiness” standards, and are in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
May provide special assignment operations for VIP, event, and/or asset security
To have a working knowledge of department policy and to ensure that other patrol officers maintain a working knowledge of policy as well

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

At least one to two years of experience in security work at BJU Public Safety, or two to three years experience in related law enforcement and/or security work
Must have at least one year experience in leadership/supervisory positions
Supervisory and team-building skills
Problem-solving skills
Knowledge of principles of law enforcement, fire procedures, and first response; minimal knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances that pertain to law enforcement, fire, and other emergency services
Ability to meet deadlines for assigned reports, projects, and duties
Good communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to read and interpret written, oral, and diagnostic form instructions
Ability to document, in writing, all relevant information in the prescribed format in light of legal ramifications of such; able to prepare reports and make presentations

Certificates & Licenses:

SLED level I & III or Criminal Justice Academy certified
Radar operation certification
CPR (professional rescuer level) and First Aid + oxygen certification through ARC or AHA
Valid US driver’s license with good driving record Qualifications
Education
Preferred High School or better. Equal Opportunity Employer
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