Campus Safety Officer - 3rd Shift

Viterbo University is seeking a 3rd Shift Campus Safety Officer and take on a critical role in keeping our campus community safe during overnight hours. Reporting to the Director of Campus Safety and Security, this full-time, 12-month, non-exempt position works Thursday-Sunday from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM, providing essential protection for students, employees, guests, and campus. In this dynamic role, you'll actively patrol campus, respond to incidents, monitor security and emergency systems, and help prevent safety risks before they escalate. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable, detail-oriented professional who is committed to maintaining a secure and responsive campus environment. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform foot patrol in campus facilities and on campus grounds for general purposes of crime prevention and security; provide protection of university students, employees, guests and property.
• Respond to and follow up on complaints, disturbances, and or requests to prevent potentially dangerous situations from occurring on campus property.
• Investigate incidents and violations, collect evidence, interview witnesses, and write incident reports.
• Identify hazards to safety and security; report them to the Director of Campus Safety.
• Monitor surveillance system, fire alarm system, and other emergency notification systems.
• Assist in preparing administrative and operational reports and maintaining files of no contact, no trespassing, protection and restraining orders.
• Act as a liaison to outside emergency services and law enforcement agencies.
• Assist with maintaining organized and effective security operations in the Campus Safety Office and the Security Outpost Office.
• Conduct and document routine inspections of AEDs, Code Blue emergency phones, elevator emergency phones, fire extinguishers, etc.
• Carry out other responsibilities as delegated or assigned.
• Will be required to work holidays and cover vacations as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school degree or equivalent and prior experience in security field required.
• Must possess CPR/AED certifications at time of appointment or the ability to obtain such certifications within 6 months of appointment and maintain such certification for the duration of employment.

WORKPLACE CONDITIONS 

• This position is subject to outside environmental conditions.
• Subject to hazard.
• Physical requirements require sitting occasionally, walking and bending frequently, and lifting 5-50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation. 

To Apply: Please complete the online employment application form and upload a letter of interest highlighting your experiences to support your candidacy., CV/resume, and three professional references.

Alignment: Viterbo University seeks employees who will embrace the University mission and incorporate our values into their day-to-day work.

Mission: The Viterbo University community prepares students for faithful service and ethical leadership.

Values: In keeping with the tradition of our Franciscan founders, we hold the following core values:

• Contemplation, reflecting upon the presence of God in our lives and work
• Hospitality, welcoming everyone we encounter as an honored guest
• Integrity, striving for honesty in everything we say and do
• Service, working for the common good in the spirit of humility and joy
• Stewardship, practicing responsible use of all resources in our trust

About the University: Viterbo University is a private, not-for-profit, Catholic, Franciscan institutions founded by the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration in 1871. Viterbo offers a student-centered liberal arts education with a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, the university is nestled along the scenic Mississippi River and surrounded by the stunning bluffs. The local area combines natural beauty with a vibrant, welcoming community, offering opportunities for outdoor recreation, arts and culture. Together, Viterbo and La Crosse provide an exceptional place to live, work, and make a difference.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship at this time.

The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex or engage in sex discrimination in any education program or activity that the university operates. Title IX's mandate not to discriminate on the basis of sex extends to students, employees, applicants for employment, and other persons in all aspects of the university's programs, activities, and operations. Inquiries regarding how Title IX applies to the university may be referred to the university Title IX coordinator, to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights, or to both.

Contact information for the Title IX coordinator is available at www.viterbo.edu/titleix.