Carnegie Mellon University's department Facilities Management & Campus Services (FMCS) is searching for a Parking Security Officer to join the team! This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in an exciting and challenging work environment. As a uniformed employee of Parking Transportation Services, you will conduct daily monitoring of parking facilities, and lots owned by Carnegie Mellon University as well as conduct patrol rounds of university parking areas to ensure the safety and security of the assigned occupants/users. In addition, you will enforce all university parking policies and regulations, and investigate and complete written and/or electronic reports concerning suspicious activity, persons, and unsafe conditions immediately.

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• Write and issue Carnegie Mellon parking citations.
• Apply locks/boots to vehicles with outstanding parking citations.
• Perform motorist assistance services upon request including jump-starting vehicles.
• Assist with the repair of gate malfunctions.
• Facilitate the movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic on and immediately adjacent to the main campus.
• Direct traffic flow and access control of gate operations during special events and large gatherings, perform other duties as advised and assigned by the appropriate authority within Parking & Transportation Services.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• General knowledge of and above-average ability to use desktop computers, mobile computers, use of MS Word, and other related computer programs.
• Ability to traverse campus grounds and climb stairs; operate and patrol in a marked university vehicle.
• Ability to operate/use all standard police radios, lifting 50 pounds and frequent lifting/carrying of 25 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stoop, bend, kneel/squat, push/pull, and reach above shoulders.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations, and ability to deal politely and courteously with a diverse campus population.

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within FMCS. Inclusion, teamwork, and cultural sensitivity are valued proficiencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who can optimally interact with a multifaceted population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

• High school diploma; GED
• Equivalent experience and/or education may be considered in lieu of degree
• Successful Background Check + MVR
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol screen
• Fitness for duty assessment and pre-employment medical exam
• Child Protective Clearance (Act 153)
• Valid PA driver's license
• ACT 120 training at a MPOETC certified academy, prior security, or police experience in a college/university environment

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Carnegie Mellon University offers a wide range of competitive employee benefits to help you live well. Benefit eligibility varies based on the hours per week employees are scheduled to work and the employee's geographic location. The university's medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance options allow employees to select the right plan for their life. Medical plans are offered through Highmark and UPMC. Options for preferred provider organization (PPO), health maintenance organization (HMO) and exclusive provider organization (EPO) plans are available. Healthcare spending accounts are also offered to help you offset the cost of medical bills.

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