The Public Safety Patrol Officer position performs investigative and general patrol duties to ensure building security, personal safety, and protection of property. The Patrol Officer position is a full-time benefits-eligible position. This 40 hour per week position is paid at $16.00 per hour for qualified candidates with relevant experience. There may be the opportunity for overtime. Work may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, tuition exchange or waiver, vacation and sick leave, and more.

Essential Functions:

• Patrol campus facilities and grounds to observe and ensure the safety and security of persons, buildings, and property
• Investigate crimes and other complaints by obtaining all initial data through personal questioning of complainants, witnesses, and others and/or by examining the area where the incident occurred
• Handle complaints in person or by phone, receive and dispose of lost and found articles, monitor alarm systems, and radio dispatch and maintain continuous communications with all Public Safety members on patrol
• Respond to fire alarms to assist with locating the source of alarm, evacuating the building when necessary, and resetting of alarm system
• Administer first aid, coordinate emergency response, and provide initial support to victims in traumatic situations
• Collaborate with the Chestertown Police Department and other law enforcement agencies with regard to investigations relating to college matters

Qualifications (Education, Skills and Experience):

High school diploma or GED required. Completion of courses in law enforcement or security officer training preferred. Previous experience in security work or similar exposure to the public is desirable. Must possess a first-aid certificate or readiness to undergo first- aid training on the job and a valid motor vehicle operator’s license. Proven ability to work in potential crisis situations. Computer skills desirable.

How to Apply

When applying please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three professional references through our online portal. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

About Washington College

Founded in 1782, Washington College is a private liberal arts college in the Chesapeake Bay watershed on Maryland’s Eastern Shore and was the first college chartered in the sovereign United States of America. General George Washington lent us his name, donated 50 guineas to our founding, and served on our first Board of Visitors and Governors. Our goal back then was to cultivate responsible citizen-leaders. Nowadays, we’re committed to giving our students the chance to succeed on their own terms through purposeful choices, enabling a healthy and regenerative global community.

EEO Statement & Title IX

Washington College values diversity within our students, faculty, and staff, and strives to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people. Washington College does not discriminate in employment on the bases of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and/or local laws. For information on Washington College’s Title IX compliance, please visit https://www.washcoll.edu/title-ix/ .

Other Information

Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check and establishment of identity and verification of employment eligibility as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

It is the policy of Washington College to provide reasonable accommodations. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact hr@washcoll.edu.