MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Depending on divisional assignment, the following are typical: Conducts high visibility patrols of the campus, either on foot or by vehicle, to ensure the security of facilities and the safety of students, staff and visitors; prevents and deters crime by observation and confrontation of unusual circumstances and individuals; notifies supervisors of security defects; locks or unlocks buildings; Responds to, initiates investigation into, and reports crimes or incidents in violation of State law, City code or University rules which impact on the safety of the University community; Takes enforcement action and makes apprehensions as required; completes all necessary documentation including preparation of summonses or warrants, affidavits, reports, referrals and arrest paper work; notifies supervisors of all enforcement related actions; Preserves crime scenes, collects and preserves evidence; identifies and interviews witnesses, suspects and victims of criminal incidents; assists other law enforcement officers in investigations; Prepares and presents or assists in presentation of cases in courts or other official proceedings; Performs traffic direction and crowd control duties as assigned; Renders first aid; transports sick, injured or otherwise disabled persons; Assists visitors, students and staff by providing information, directions and assistance; Supervises other police officers, security officers and/or miscellaneous wage and/or student employees; Participates in training and certification sessions; Inputs, searches and modifies appropriate computerized criminal justice information systems; Performs other related duties as assigned. The principal emphasis is on enforcing the laws of the State of Delaware, City of Newark and University rules and regulations; investigating crimes, traffic accidents and other safety-related matters and taking corrective and/or enforcement action as required; independent judgment is required in interpreting University policy in accordance with established laws, regulations and procedures; requires the exercise of tactful and assertive interpersonal communication skills.