The University of Mississippi

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Role Specifications

Below you will find classification and compensation information. For additional details behind the University of Mississippi classification system please visit Human Resource Compensation Page

Family - Public Safety

Sub-Family - Police & Security

Career Track / Level - O2

Grade - 2

Role Summary

Patrols campus, conducts security inspections of residential buildings, and cooperates with Campus Police to protect individuals and property, prevent crime, and monitor environmental hazards. This position performs a variety of duties to monitor and promote safety of students, faculty and staff. This position patrols assigned areas, secures buildings, and assists individuals to provide for safety on the University campus. The incumbent ensures that the campus buildings are locked and not violated; patrols assigned areas on foot; provides information to students, staff, and the general public; and assists in the enforcement of parking regulations; and identifies, corrects or reports to appropriate persons any actions or situations which may present a hazard to public safety, physical security, and/or public welfare in and around assigned areas.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following.

• Patrols by foot assigned areas of the campus.

• Conducts security inspections of facilities and reports findings.

• Performs tasks to ensure security of campus buildings.

• Directs traffic and/or assists in the enforcement of parking regulations.

Examples of Work Performed

• Performs a variety of duties in monitoring assigned area to detect fires, trespassers, or other unusual occurrences, and provides comprehensive perimeter security and access control for all assigned buildings.

• Completes building security tasks such as locking and unlocking doors, closing windows, checking property and equipment, setting alarms and turning lights off and on as assigned.

• Observes and detains violators of rules and regulations and applicable criminal laws.

• Maintains documentation and reports pertaining to activities of assigned areas.

• Assists University Police Officers when necessary and relieves officers in non-criminal matters.

• Maintains public confidence and support by emphasizing public relations through providing information about the University and related matters to students, staff, and the general public.

• Conducts security inspections periodically and makes recommendations for eliminating security risks.

• Directs traffic and/or assists in the enforcement of parking regulations, control of admission, or point of entry as directed by supervisors.

• Identifies, corrects, or reports actions or situations which may present a hazard to public safety, physical security, and/or public welfare in and around assigned areas.

• Completes foot patrol inspections of buildings, grounds, and parking lots, as assigned, and completes appropriate building inspection checklists on daily basis.

• Monitors assigned areas for fires, trespassers, or unusual activity and provides perimeter security and access control.

• Locks and unlocks doors, checks windows, sets alarms, and turns lights on/off as needed.

• Observes and detains individuals violating rules or laws.

• Documents activities and prepares reports for assigned areas.

• Assists University Police Officers when necessary and relieves officers in non-criminal matters such as maintaining perimeters.

• Promotes good public relations by providing information to students, staff, and the public.

• Conducts security inspections by focusing on crime prevention through environmental design and suggests ways to reduce risks.

• Helps with traffic direction, parking enforcement, and managing entry points.

• Identifies and reports potential safety or security hazards.

• Conducts foot patrols of buildings and grounds, completing inspection checklists.

• Provide security functions during games and other special events as needed.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Important Skills

Communication - Strong verbal and written communication to interact with students, staff, and law enforcement, and to prepare accurate reports.
Observation - Ability to stay alert and notice unusual activities or security risks in the environment.
Customer Service - Friendly, approachable demeanor to provide assistance and maintain positive relations with students, faculty, and visitors.
Knowledge of Campus Policies and Procedures - Familiarity with campus-specific rules, emergency protocols, and parking regulations.
Teamwork - Willingness to collaborate with campus police, supervisors, and other personnel.
Cultural Awareness - The ability to understand, respect, and appreciate the differences in cultural backgrounds, beliefs, and values, fostering inclusive and respectful interactions.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

• Patrols campus to identify, document, and escalate risks to public safety, including crime, environmental hazards, crowd control, and property theft and damage.
• Interacts with campus community members and visitors with a customer service orientation, such as answering simple inquiries and providing directions.
• Conducts security inspections periodically and makes recommendations for eliminating security risks
• Identifies, corrects, or reports actions or situations which may present a hazard to public safety, physical security, and/or public welfare in and around assigned areas.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education: High School or Equivalent

Experience: (2) Two Years Experience

Licensure: Must have a valid driver’s license upon employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Must obtain and maintain CPR and first aid certification within 3 months of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis.

Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

Physical Exertion: The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds.

Vision: Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.