Campus Safety Specialists
Date Posted: 11/26/25
Wabash College seeks a Campus Safety Specialists follow established safety and security policies and procedures, and enforce college policies by monitoring and patrolling the grounds and buildings of Wabash College. They perform standard crime, fire/life safety, and accident prevention duties, including investigation and documentation of incidents. They may be called upon to perform crowd control and traffic management duties for college events.
Public Safety operates 24 hours per day, 365 days per year; therefore, the shift we are currently hiring for is a 6 pm- 6 am shift and will include weekends and holidays.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Patrol campus buildings, residence halls, and grounds to maintain safety, security, and adherence to college policies.
- Enforce established safety, security, and conduct policies consistently and professionally.
- Respond to incidents involving crime, fire/life safety concerns, medical emergencies, and accidents.
- Conduct preliminary investigations; gather information, interview involved parties, and complete accurate written reports.
- Document incidents using established reporting procedures and maintain detailed and timely records.
- Assist with emergency response efforts, including evacuation support, hazard assessment, and coordination with local emergency services.
- Provide crowd control and traffic management during college events.
- Offer customer service-oriented support to students, employees, and visitors.
- Serve as a visible and approachable presence on campus, helping deter unsafe or inappropriate behavior.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support a safe and secure campus environment.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation.
- Experience or equivalent educational training in public safety, security, emergency response, or a related field. Experience should demonstrate:
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-resolution skills.
- Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations and to defuse anger or hostility in others.
- Capability to work effectively with a diverse campus community.
- Ability to quickly and objectively analyze situations to determine an appropriate course of action.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with the college community, including senior management, faculty and staff members, students, volunteers, and third-party business partners and vendors.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and use of administrative systems required.
- Must possess a valid Indiana driver's license with a good driving record.
Candidates must have or be willing to complete training in:
- Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED
- HAZMAT First Responder
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Basic investigative techniques and evidence processing
- NIMS/ICS (National Incident Management System / Incident Command System)
This is an hourly position with a pay rate between $15 and $18 per hour commensurate with experience.
To apply for this position, please upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three (3) professional references by selecting “Apply Now” on this site. Please have all materials ready to submit at the time of application, as it is not possible to save and return to a partially completed application. Materials will be accepted until position is filled. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position(s) are filled.
Wabash College, a liberal arts college for men, seeks faculty and staff who are committed to providing quality engagement with students, high levels of academic challenge and support, and meaningful experiences that prepare students for life and leadership among diverse populations around the globe. Wabash is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from persons of all backgrounds.
Contact:
Eugene Waddell
Director of Safety and Security
Student Life
Wabash College
P.O. Box 352
Crawfordsville, IN 47933
765-361-6000
email: waddelle@wabash.edu
For general questions about the position or the department, contact:
Eugene Waddell
Director of Safety and Security
Student Life
765-361-6000
email: waddelle@wabash.edu
