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About the Role

Sergeants serve as the first line supervisor for security officers, planning, coordinating, prioritizing, assigning, supervising, and reviewing the work of Campus Security staff during an assigned shift. This is a working supervisor position that includes performing area patrols, investigations, and follow-up investigations.

Responsibilities

• Perform specific duties and functions as assigned by the Director of Security.
• Provide leadership and guidance to officers to enhance the mission of the Department and College.
• Maintain continuity of information by debriefing previous shift, reviewing notices, and briefing assigned personnel.
• Perform periodic performance assessments on shift personnel.
• Perform periodic inspections of personnel, vehicles, and equipment.
• Provide feedback and constructive criticism regarding performance of assigned personnel.
• Immediately report complaints concerning misconduct or failure to properly perform job duties of any shift personnel to the Director of Security.
• Review all incident reports, logs, and other required shift paperwork for accuracy, legibility, and detail.
• Review and approve/disapprove time off requests.
• Take initial command of all major incidents that affect the safety and security of the College.
• Carry out routine and investigative patrol duties, as well as other regular patrol responsibilities.
• Monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Regularly review procedures and make suggestions to improve and clarify policies and procedures or recommendations for new policies and procedures.
• Observe staff for positive behavior and good interpersonal skills, offering advice, encouragement, empathy, training, and counseling.
• Participate in and provide any required training.
• Maintain a level of physical fitness necessary to perform the principle job functions.
• Develop and improve working relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
• Ensure that department resources are used effectively.
• Conduct investigations and inquiry into incidents involving violations of College policy, criminal offenses or suspicious circumstances.
• Submit comprehensive written reports on all such incidents.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or necessary for departmental operations.
• Conduct a continuing review of assigned activities to identify problems and develop recommendations for improving services.
• Work/supervise College sponsored events.
• Operate and activate the College’s emergency notification system.
• Perform dispatch duties when necessary.
• Supervise security dispatchers.
• Supervise work study students.
• Demonstrate and role-model Le Moyne’s mission-based competencies in every interaction.
• Strengthen digital literacy skills through education and application of digital technologies.
• Support cura personalis by treating all individuals with dignity, professionalism, and kindness.
• Promote cura apostolica by aligning professional goals with college’s strategic goals.
• Demonstrate excellent work attendance, reliability, and work ethic.
• Attend and actively participate in required meetings and training sessions.
• Comply and adhere to all of Le Moyne’s established policies, procedures, and codes of conduct.
• Complete all required federal, state, institution, and department trainings.
• Engage in a planned program of professional development.
• Continually maintain skills and knowledge relative to the position and technology industry.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree and/or Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or related discipline preferred.
• Training/experience in security, safety, and supervision is desirable.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Three years of security experience in a college or 5 years in an institutional setting with a high level of public contact.
• A certified academy trained police/peace officer with experience in supervision, community relations, crime prevention, or investigations may be substituted for the previously listed experience on a year for year basis.
• Be able to pass a background investigation.
• Meet and maintain the requirements and training to be licensed and registered as a security guard in New York State.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and a driving record which is aligned with the College’s motor vehicle policy.
• Be reliable and able to work independently.
• Must exercise good judgment and display sensitivity to the unique role that security plays in a college setting.
• Able to perform the physical duties of the job including but not limited to climbing stairs, crouching, walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods.
• Capable of working evenings, nights, weekends, holidays and in inclement weather.

Skills

• Supervision
• Leadership
• Investigation
• Customer Service
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Interpersonal Communication
• Security Operations
• Safety Procedures
• Report Writing
• Emergency Notification Systems
• Dispatching
• Digital Literacy
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Service

Location

• Syracuse, N.Y.

Work Type

• Full-time
• Onsite

Experience Level

• 3 years of security experience in a college or 5 years in an institutional setting with a high level of public contact.
• Experience in supervision, community relations, crime prevention, or investigations may be substituted on a year for year basis for certified academy trained police/peace officers.

Education Level

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate degree preferred
• Bachelor degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $72,000 - $79,000 annually
• Annual Shift Differential $3,250

Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement contribution with 9.5% Employer match
• Generous tuition coverage
• Health insurance options (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Health Savings Accounts (Partially Employer funded)
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance (Employer paid)
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
• Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary benefits (Legal, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance etc.)
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous time off package

About the Company

• Le Moyne College is an independent college established by the Jesuits in 1946.
• It provides students with a values-based, comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual excellence and preparation for a life of leadership and service.
• Le Moyne has evolved into a nationally acclaimed college of liberal arts and sciences that draws students from across the U.S. and abroad.
• Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences.
• Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life.
• Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.
• Le Moyne College aims to advance the values of diversity and inclusiveness at the college.
• Le Moyne seeks scholars and professionals who bring innovation, creativity, and impact to the campus, and who bring greater depth, breadth, and diversity to our campus community.

Equal Opportunity

• Le Moyne College prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship & immigration or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
• This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.
• Le Moyne makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
• Le Moyne College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, persons of color, and Jesuits to apply for employment.