BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION: A Student Patrol Officer is a student employee of the Safety and Security Office who works under the general supervision of the Director of Safety and Security. In meeting his / her day to day duties, the Student Patrol Officer is most directly responsible to the Safety and Security Shift Supervisor. The Student Patrol Officer is an extension of the Safety and Security Officer on duty and provides that officer with a wider range on campus. As additional eyes and ears of the Safety and Security Office, it is expected that "Student Patrol Officers are observant and visible. A student Patrol Officer is to observe and report ONLY!

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Assists the Safety and Security Office in its role of protection of life and property
• Supports that the Safety and Security Office in complementing the academic program and environment of Oberlin College
• Encourages an environment which promotes safety and physical well being of the campus community
• Encourages respect for all people regardless of socio-economic status, sex, race, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, or handicap
• Upholds and enforces the Oberlin College Statement and Code of Social Responsibility
• Participates in all training sessions including regular in-service and sessions prior to each semester.

SPECIFIC DUTIES :
• Maintains alertness and efficiency at all times with responsibility to others and for others while providing secure environments for campus
• Responds promptly and professionally in reporting requests from students, employees and visitors for general and emergency support services to the Safety and Security Office
• Maintains a proper record of all substantial roving events in the activity log and at the end of the shift in the Shift Supervisor shift activity report
• Conducts walking patrol of the campus on an assigned shift and thorough security checks of assigned campus facilities
• Stays well informed and promotes crime prevention
• Provides information or assistance in a courteous manner when requested
• Reports promptly any violations of rules, regulations and policies of the College or any safety, security, environmental or fire hazards to the Safety and Security Supervisor or Officer on duty
• Provides walking security escorts for members of the campus community to and from any campus facility upon request.
• Reports promptly to the Safety and Security Supervisor any illegal or suspicious activity, criminal damage, or vandalism witnessed
• Assists the communications Officer when necessary
• Checks all lights on campus ground and on the exterior of buildings
• Submits reports on incidents witnessed involving offenses or suspicious circumstances
• Patrols parking lots and ensures the security of motor vehicles
• Assists in checking all courtesy / emergency telephones
• Assists with providing security at special events as requested
• Checks open windows, propped doors or doors left ajar
• Conducts thorough security checks of assigned campus facilities
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director, Assistant Director, or Shift Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be a full-time student of Oberlin College
• Willing to work flexible hours, and be primarily available between the hours of 9:00 pm and 2:00 am daily as scheduled
• Must be willing to work as scheduled through Commencement activities after the end of second semester
• Must be willing to occasionally substitute on short notice for call-offs for illness or emergency

ESSENTIAL QUALITIES:
• Knowledge of local and surrounding geographics; federal and state communication rules and regulations; departmental methods and procedures; communication equipment operation
• Ability to deal with non-routine and unusual circumstances
• Ability to make decisions using general guidelines set forth in Safety and Security Office Policies and Procedures Manual
• General knowledge of all college operations, in order to direct specific problems / requests to appropriate office on campus
• Ability to remain calm and receive accurate information
• Sincere interest in assisting members of the campus community and visitors
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle several projects simultaneously and to work well under pressure
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, self-control and maintain confidentiality
• Willingness to participate in job related training / staff meetings
• Honest, reliable, dependable and willing to conform to rules, / regulations of the Safety and Security Office
• Ability to interact in a sensitive courteous and understanding way with members of a diverse academic community, including other students, and employees and the visiting public
• Willing to work various shifts during a twenty-four hour period and shifts vacated by illness or needed by other emergencies
• Understanding of a Safety and Security Office role and function within an educational institution

• Student Office Assistant

• Student Patrol Officer

• Student Patrol Conservatory

• Shuttle Driver

• Commencement Student Staff

• Application Form

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:

A Student Patrol Shuttle Driver is a student employee of the Safety and Security Office who works under the general supervision of the Director of Safety and Security. In meeting his / her day to day duties, the Student Patrol Shuttle Driver is most directly responsible to the Safety and Security Shift Supervisor. The Student Patrol Shuttle Driver is an extension of the Safety and Security Student Patrol on duty and fullfills all requirements and obligations of the Student Patrol Program. The Student Patrol Shuttle Driver provides transportation of students of the community to designated stops on a perimeter route of the campus safety and promptly via a vehicle provided by the Safety and Security Office. All Student Patrol Shuttle Drivers are required to perform their duties in a courteous and safe manner.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Fulfills all general responsibilities of the Student Patrol Officer
• Assists the Safety and Security Office in its role of protection of life and property by participating in the safe transportation of students and college community members to designated stops on a planned route
• Supports that the Safety and Security Office in complementing the academic program and environment of Oberlin College
• Encourages an environment which promotes safety and physical well being of the campus community through awareness of any peculiar activities observed
• Encourages respect for all people regardless of socio-economic status, sex, race, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, or handicap
• Maintains the shuttle service vehicle by keeping it clean and free from damage; maintaining order in service while on duty
• Participates in all training sessions including regular in-service and sessions prior to each semester.]

SPECIFIC DUTIES:
• Reviews routes and stops, driving techniques appropriate for conditions, equipment, radio procedure, and instruction from Shift Supervisor on duty
• Performs daily condition inspection of shuttle vehicle, confirming condition, fuel, tire condition, cleanliness, fluid levels, operating performance, condition and safekeeping of signs
• Adjusts mirrors, checks operation of lights, signals, brakes, horn, etc. before beginning tour of operation.
• Operate vehicle within the requirements of the motor vehicle laws of the State of Ohio and the City of Oberlin at all times, including but not limited to use of seat belts, proper lighting, observations of speed limits for safe conditions; observing required signals and stops; attention to defensive driving techniques
• Maintains regular contact with the Shift Supervisor and the Communications Office in person and through radio operation to advise the assumption of rounds and to check for pertinent information
• Follows established shuttle route and approved alternate stops with reasonable accuracy and on a reasonable time schedule
• Distributes shuttle service information so that the ridership may understand the provisions and limitations of the service. Distributes additional crime prevention literature as provided by the Safety and Security Office
• Avoids confrontational situations, requesting assistance from the Safety and Security Office when necessary to address situations which might affect the safety of the operator, passengers, vehicle or others while operating the Safety and Security Shuttle
• Maintains log of persons arriving and leaving the shuttle, along with any pertinent information on activity and ridership totals
Requirements:
• Must be a full-time student of Oberlin College
• Must possess a current valid driver's license
• Be at least 19 years of age and second year status
• Meet college insurability requirements
• Must be willing to work between the hours of 9 pm and 2 am daily as scheduled

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:

Student Commencement Staff are student employees of the Safety and Security Office, as funded through Commencement Programs, who work under the general supervision of the Director of Safety and Security. In meeting his / her day to day duties, the Student Commencement Staff Member is most directly responsible to the Safety and Security Shift Supervisor. The Student Commencement Staff will be involved with support services to Safety and Security at assigned posts.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Attend required Pre-Commencement staff meeting and any training session(s) required by the Safety and Security Office
• Must be available, willing to work and actually work any assigned times during Commencement Weekend, Friday through Monday inclusive
• Provide services for any on of assigned areas at assigned time:

Barricade Duty: Supplement Safety and Security service through monitoring and controlling traffic at an assigned parking lot entrance, or intersection during times lots and/or streets are closed for Commencement functions. Allow passage of service and delivery vehicles; handicap drop-off or parking, etc. as instructed. Reroute traffic to appropriate areas for parking. Dispense limited information by making referrals to Commencement/Reunion Center. Outdoor detail; can include day or evening hours in prevailing weather conditions.
Equipment Watch: Supplement Safety and Security services in providing watch over Commencement rental equipment for safety of equipment and persons in public areas near the equipment in support of Safety and Security Office services. Report via radio to Safety and Security communications office any activity which might cause damage, loss of equipment, or injury to persons so a Safety and Security Officer may respond and take action. Outdoor detail; can include day, evening, or nighttime hours in prevailing weather conditions.
Limited Traffic Control: Supplement Safety and Security services in a stationary location on curb lawn across from Commencement / Reunion Center to remind and reroute drivers to proper parking areas nearby; control traffic as instructed at assigned barricade position. Day or evening hours; outdoors in prevailing weather conditions.
Student Patrol: Provide visibility and accessibility to public while on walking patrol in supplement to Safety and Security services. Dispense information and referral to Commencement/Reunion Center or Safety and Security Office. Report lighting and safety or security deficiencies observed to Safety and Security communications office; provide breaks to students assigned stationary positions.
• Arrive at assigned time and remain at assigned area for duration of shift
• Sign in and out for assigned shifts; complete timecards and appropriate student employment forms for position in advance of Commencement week
• Perform all assigned duties to the best of ability without distraction
• Maintain a courteous and respectful manner toward employers, fellow employees, and guests of the College
• Dress appropriately as defined by the employer

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be a full-time student or graduating student of Oberlin College
• Present a positive image of the Safety and Security Office and Oberlin College in appearance, demeanor, and interactions with staff and visitors
• Demonstrated dependability and punctuality
• Ability to accept and follow directions
• Appearance that is neat and clean
• Ability to remain alert when working shifts
• Good communication skills via radio and in person
• Team player: Willingness to provide services and fill in the gaps
• Knowledge of Campus layout and resources; ability to give directions

COMPENSATION:Prevailing Commencement Student Employment Wage. Room and Board option as offered through Commencement budget in addition to wage.
PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT: (Employment limited to Commencement / Reunion Week-end; week of Commencement / Reunion Weekend as Scheduled)