Reporting to the Director of Safety and Security, responsibilities of the part-time Safety and Security Officer will include providing unparalleled service, protection, and safety to our School assets while patrolling all areas of our idyllic forty-five-acre campus reasonably accommodating the open, trusting, and friendly culture of the School. 

 Responsibilities overview:

• Patrol all areas on campus to maintain visibility;
• Observe all areas on campus for possible irregular or unusual activity or conditions that may create safety hazards or security concerns;
• Provide assistance and collaboration on any safety and security related accidents and incidents;
• Serve as a first responder for campus emergencies;
• Monitor and instruct students, employees, and visitors on proper lawful and safe campus or facility behavior and conduct;
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as smoking in an authoritative, but professional friendly manner;
• Assist with safety, security, crowd control, and parking challenges during special events;
• Conduct building security assessments for all areas on campus to ensure doors, windows, equipment, and School vehicles are properly secure;
• Perform tasks which are supportive in nature to the essential functions of the job, which may be altered or redesigned as necessary;

The ideal candidate will possesses the following qualifications:

• Law enforcement or related experience a plus;
• Ability to act quickly, efficiently, and calmly in stressful situations;
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills;
• Ability to understand and deal effectively with students, employees, and visitors;
• Commitment to good judgment, tact, sensitivity, and discretion;
• Capacity to work outdoors in various weather conditions;
• Capability to stand, walk, and climb stairs for varying amounts of time during the shift;
• Flexibility to occasionally work varying hours during special events, including evenings, weekends, and holidays;
• A collaborative, trust-based work style;
• A commitment to a diverse and inclusive community;
• Personal qualities including resilience, approachability, and kindness;
• Valid driver's license;

• Required passage of State of New Jersey Criminal Background check.

About The Hun School of Princeton

The Hun School of Princeton is an all gendered, private day and boarding school in Princeton, New Jersey. Individual attention and strong student-faculty relationships are the hallmarks of the School. On the 50-acre campus between Philadelphia and New York City, student-centered, hands-on learning prepares students for the global community in which they will live and work. The Hun School is comprised of nearly 700 students in its Middle School, Upper School, and Postgraduate Program. Our campus is home to students from twenty-two countries and fifteen states. Our campus is located in historical Princeton, New Jersey, a short train ride away from both New York City (50 miles) and Philadelphia (45 miles). Home to Princeton University, The Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton Theological Seminary, and an array of cultural centers and organizations, Princeton is regarded as one of the most academically-minded communities in the world. Often named one of the country’s best places to live, Princeton is a friendly, multicultural community surrounded by mountains, parks, and lakes. There are award-winning museums and theatres, celebrated public and private schools, destination resta...urants and hotels, and a robust calendar of community events to enjoy. Our mission: The Hun School of Princeton empowers each student to thrive in a diverse and ever-changing world, by nurturing resilient character, providing individual mentorship, and inspiring vigorous and joyful learning. Our community: In our mission of educating global citizens with resilient character, we actively seek candidates who can bring a diversity of experiences and perspectives to our community. The Hun School of Princeton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristics or activity protected by law.

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