PT Security Officer

This position provides for the protection and safety of all persons, assets, and property on Ivy Tech's Madison campus. Responsible for the security of the campus building and parking lot. Responsible for assisting in and documenting all instances or reports of crime. Responsible for reporting all violations of federal, state, and municipal laws, and all operating policies and procedures of Ivy Tech Community College. Reports to the public safety and emergency preparedness lead on campus.

This is a part-time, hourly position on campus.

Major responsibilities:

• Demonstrate strong customer service and student advocacy through a positive attitude, approachability, adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, and desire to identify and support student success.
• Provide general assistance to students and visitors (i.e. directions, phone numbers, etc.)
• Remain professional at all times with a focus on safety
• Patrol the building to check for safety concerns, at least once per hour during the scheduled shift
• Provide escort services to staff and students, as requested or required
• Respond to all alarms, including fire and security alarms, and investigate disturbances
• Provide rapid response to non-acute first aid or health-related situations
• Contact other respondents such as the Police Department, Health Services, or Emergency Services as needed
• Lock and unlock buildings and offices as required; evacuate classrooms and buildings in emergencies; as necessary
• Analyze situations quickly and objectively; effectively determine and take appropriate action
• Assist with clery compliance and incident reporting
• All other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Minimum qualifications:

• Must be a sworn officer employed by a local police department or sheriff's office
• Be able to perform all of the duties of the position effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision

Other Requirements:

• Selected candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history checks. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.
• This position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of the College students and employees.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.