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Louisville, KY Posted:

Jun 30, 2026

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Full-time Non-Exempt Position ID:

202069

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Bellarmine University is a dynamic, growing university with a strong liberal arts focus in the Catholic higher education tradition and a bold vision for the future. Bellarmine has undergraduate and graduate enrollment of approximately 3,200 students and continues to add new academic programs while maintaining small class sizes and personal attention to students. Bellarmine is listed in the Princeton Review's Best 387 Colleges and is recognized as a top U.S. university in rankings published by U.S. News & World Report and Forbes. In a survey by The Princeton Review, students praised Bellarmine as a place that is "welcoming to every single person and makes an effort to include everyone." Bellarmine students, faculty and staff engage in more than 25,000 cumulative hours of service each year, in Louisville and around the nation and world. SmartAsset ranked Louisville among the top 25 U.S. cities for best work-life balance, while workplace insights platform kununu.com named Louisville one of the top five U.S. cities for happy employees. Glassdoor recently recognized Louisville as one of the top 15 cities for jobs, based on hiring opportunity, cost of living and job satisfaction. ZipRecruiter calls Louisville a top 10 city for job seekers, thanks in part to its central location and low unemployment. Louisville is within a day's drive of two-thirds of the U.S. population. Deeply embedded in the heart of Louisville, Bellarmine is an engaged partner expanding learning opportunities, enhancing career networks and economic growth, and advancing equity and quality of life for its neighboring communities. By connecting the campus, the community, and the curriculum through engaged scholarship and action, we enhance social and civic engagement, including faculty, staff, and student-led, asset-based initiatives. Bellarmine is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply.

Job Description:

Bellarmine University Department of Public Safety has an immediate opening for a full-time Public Safety Officer. Responsibilities include working as directed by the Director of Public Safety to ensure a safe campus for students, faculty and staff. However, applicants must be willing to work a flexible schedule, which may include weekends and holidays. Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Checks and secures buildings including authorized admittance and completes building patrols as directed. Reports on thefts, acts of violence, and violations of local laws and campus regulations. Patrols campus for any unusual situations that could endanger the University community. Enforces Traffic Control and Traffic Regulations including assisting disabled vehicles. Safeguards all campus properties and human life. Maintains good order and discipline throughout all University facilities at all times following established guidelines. Administers first aid/CPR (if certified) to injured persons until the arrival of EMS units. Works to prevent vandalism, fire/hazard occurrences and provides other safety awareness. Provides security for athletic/other functions as directed by the Director of Public Safety. Directs building evacuations in the event of fire, bomb threats, or natural disaster. Performs duties within scope of responsibility of assigned position. All matters beyond that immediate scope should be referred to the Director of Public Safety. Performs all duties with proper attention to improving public relations between the University community and local law enforcement agencies as a whole.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications for Consideration Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Prior experience in law enforcement, military or two years of security or corrections experience preferred. Selected applicants must have a valid driver's license. Knowledge of CPR and first aid is a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Applicant must be able to lift 50 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for an extensive amount of time patrolling the campus

Application Instructions:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Please note:

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

Application Instructions:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Please note:

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by