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Job Summary Event Security Team Temporary Position The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is the primary department charged with creating a safe and secure environment at Princeton University. DPS operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and is comprised of 159 staff members. The department consists of professional University police, security officers, dispatchers, and administrators dedicated to providing best-in-class service to the community. This position is temporary. Responsibilities include providing general security, personal safety and customer services to the University community for special events as well as specialized security preserving and protecting University property from theft and vandalism. Event security team members (ESTs) perform student and staff building lockouts, staff the access booth and serve as the first point of contact for vehicular traffic coming on to the main campus and when assigned to Firestone Library or the Art Museum do fixed and roving patrol as assigned. ESTs maintain constant standing and active walking patrol at special events to assist University guests with information and assistance. They maintain effective working relationships with all members of the campus community including students, faculty, staff, alumni, docents, and visitors. ESTs are aware of and understand all expectations and standards of the job. They inspect and ensure security and safety and report all deficiencies to their supervisor. ESTs are expected to observe and report all emergencies and request assistance as needed. They utilize communication means available for reporting purposes, emergency requests and normal business. Qualifications include retired law enforcement or corrections officer with Police Training Commission (PTC) certification, equivalent of 25+ years of experience, high school diploma or equivalent, ability to work varied hours including nights, weekends and holidays, and must be able to remain on feet for a minimum of eight hours at a time with scheduled breaks. Position requires moderate physical activity. Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, balance, walk, and run. Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperature and loud noises. Work involves moderate exposure to hazards and physical risks to personal safety. Valid driver's license required. The final candidate must successfully complete a background check. For full consideration, be sure to upload your resume. Be advised that you will be contacted only if there is further interest in your application. Salary is $32.00/hour. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Description Event Security Team Temporary Position The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is the primary department charged with creating a safe and secure environment at Princeton University. DPS operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and is comprised of 159 staff members. The department consists of professional University police, security officers, dispatchers, and administrators dedicated to providing best-in-class service to the community. This position is temporary. Responsibilities include providing general security, personal safety and customer services to the University community for special events as well as specialized security preserving and protecting University property from theft and vandalism. Event security team members (ESTs) perform student and staff building lockouts, staff the access booth and serve as the first point of contact for vehicular traffic coming on to the main campus and when assigned to Firestone Library or the Art Museum do fixed and roving patrol as assigned. ESTs maintain constant standing and active walking patrol at special events to assist University guests with information and assistance. They maintain effective working relationships with all members of the campus community including students, faculty, staff, alumni, docents, and visitors. ESTs are aware of and understand all expectations and standards of the job. They inspect and ensure security and safety and report all deficiencies to their supervisor. ESTs are expected to observe and report all emergencies and request assistance as needed. They utilize communication means available for reporting purposes, emergency requests and normal business. Qualifications include retired law enforcement or corrections officer with Police Training Commission (PTC) certification, equivalent of 25+ years of experience, high school diploma or equivalent, ability to work varied hours including nights, weekends and holidays, and must be able to remain on feet for a minimum of eight hours at a time with scheduled breaks. Position requires moderate physical activity. Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, balance, walk, and run. Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperature and loud noises. Work involves moderate exposure to hazards and physical risks to personal safety. Valid driver's license required. The final candidate must successfully complete a background check. For full consideration, be sure to upload your resume. Be advised that you will be contacted only if there is further interest in your application. Salary is $32.00/hour. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.