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Public Safety Officer - Mid-Watch - Bellarmine University
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A Campus Security Officer provides security for property at university and school campuses. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.
$40,233 / year median in Kentucky
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Location:
Louisville, KY Category:
Staff Positions Job Type:
Full-time Non-Exempt Posted On:
Thu Jun 11 2026 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. This position is scheduled for the mid watch shift: 3:00p.m. - 11:00 p.m. 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.
Job 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
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