Public Safety Officer

Description Centre College is a premier national liberal arts college that serves approximately 1,400 students and provides a supportive community and a flexible, personal academic path to a meaningful life and career. Founded in 1819, Centre accomplishes its goals in an atmosphere of caring and respectful relationships among faculty, students, and staff. The College has an endowment in excess of $420 million and an operating budget of more than $65 million. Centre welcomes and supports diversity. The College strives to create an environment where differences are celebrated, where individuals can exchange ideas and share in the richness of mutual experiences. Please view our Statement of Community. Located in Danville, KY, the historic, picturesque 150-acre campus is 30 miles from Lexington, in the famed Bluegrass Region of Central Kentucky. Reports directly to the Director of Public Safety and is responsible for providing basic security functions, enforcing campus rules and regulations, conducting fire and safety inspections, enforcing parking and traffic regulations and responding to calls for assistance. This person is a member of the Student Life staff reporting to the Vice President for Student Life through the Director of Public Safety. This position is on a rotating schedule of 4 days per week, 10 hour shifts. This position will be third shift. Essential Job Functions:Enforce all College rules and regulations, as well as, local, state and Federal laws; Responsible for building security and periodic building checks; Conduct routine fire and safety inspections on campus; Investigate and report on incidents, offenses, injury/illnesses and non-injury motor vehicle accidents; Patrol the campus on foot and by using various vehicles including bicycles, automobiles and golf carts; Conduct fire drills in all residence halls each semester; Respond to calls for assistance including unlocks, motorist assists, suspicious and criminal activity and after-hours maintenance requests; Maintain the campus fire extinguisher program; Communicate with the Danville Police Department regarding crimes occurring on or near campus; Enforce parking and traffic regulations; Proper maintenance of all department equipment; Working special events; Demonstrate an appreciation for and sensitivity to a diverse academic community, fostering an inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff from a variety of social, economic, cultural, ideological, racial, and ethnic backgrounds. Marginal Job Functions: Contribute to the overall success of the department by performing all other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college courses preferred. Training in inter-cultural competency preferred. Related work experience, in the areas of safety and security. Valid driver's license required. Knowledge and Skills Good oral, written and interpersonal communications skills. Ability to function collaboratively within a diverse and dynamic setting. Ability to work with little supervision. Willingness to work a flexible schedule, which will include evening, weekend and holiday hours. Computer skills necessary. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Physical Requirements: Limited pushing, pulling, lifting. Lifting would not exceed 20 lbs. Mobility on campus necessary. Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Retirement Plan Healthcare Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Caregiver Support Program and Employee Assistance Program Long-Term Disability Paid Time Off, Holidays and Sick Time Holiday Shutdown Period Staff Education and Development Tuition Benefit for Dependent Children Gym Access Pet Insurance Free Library Access Campus Bookstore Discounts Discounted Norton Center Subscription Packages Application Instructions If not applying on Indeed.Please do no use a mobile phone to apply. Centre College uses Interfolio as their Applicant Tracking Software to review all applications for employment. From the Apply button on the Centre Employment Page, you will be linked to create an Interfolio Account. You will then set up a Dossier Account following the software instructions. For the I am Question, select Other for Staff Openings. Agree to Terms of usage and then Create your Profile. Once your account is set up, you will select your opportunity from your Home Page, Complete Application Questions, Upload Cover Letter, CV/Resume/ and References. Once the application and uploads are complete you will Submit your application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. If you need any assistance with the application process, please contact Interfolio Support at 1-877-997-8807 or .

Created: 2026-03-04