Job Description

Occupational Summary:

Direct operational and personnel activities involved in establishing, promoting, and maintaining the safety and security of all students, faculty, and staff on campus and the Provincial House personnel, including the protection of property located within the boundaries of the total campus. Some evenings and weekends are required for special events.

Stewardship Statement: 
This position is responsible for cultivating and maintaining the institution's Catholic identity and its mission to empower graduates to transform society. As a member of the Newman community, the staff member will join with the institution's sponsors, the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC Sisters), to witness God's love in Mission to empower others, foster oneness, celebrate life, form right relationships, and walk as compassionate companions. Additionally, this position contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other faiths, cultures, or backgrounds.

Work Performed:

1. Establish operational procedures in all areas of security, including but not limited to: crime prevention and reporting, parking regulations and enforcement, alcohol and substance abuse, building access, including residence halls, and fire prevention.
2. Confer with administrators to formulate policies, determine the need for programs, and coordinate programs related to safety.
3. Communicate with the University and ASC management personnel concerning security concerns.
4. Conduct seminars, lectures, campus messages, training, and in-service sessions on various aspects of safety with students, faculty, staff, and ASC personnel as requested.
5. Effectively coordinate with the Wichita Police Department in patrolling the total campus, investigating crime, notifying of local crime activities, and vehicle owner identification.
6. Perform duties as daytime security officer.
7. Schedule and supervise subcontracted security personnel to handle night and weekend assignments.
8. Encourage, train, and supervise a student security cadet program.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

1. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
2. Minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a police officer, security officer, or investigator required.
3. Firearms training required and met current licensing requirements.
4. Proficiency in word-processing and spreadsheet software is preferred.
5. Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass a motor vehicle check.
6. Must have physical fitness and stamina: stand, walk, and/or run for extensive periods. Must be able to talk or hear.
7. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
8. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of students, faculty, managers, students’ parents, or the general public.
9. Ability to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.
10. Ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner is required.
11. College degree preferred. 
12. Two (2) years of supervision and scheduling experience preferred.

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees are authorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email hr@newmanu.edu in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.

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