Cannabis Safety Assistant University Housing 2022 2023 Jobs

Note: this application is for Safety Assistant openings in Fall 2022.

Safety Assistants assist in sustaining and improving campus safety and community relations inside of the residence halls. Safety Assistants are responsible for carrying out the mission of the department by performing rounds with the objective of sustaining and improving safety and inclusion in the residence halls. Assistants also assist with community development within the halls through interactions with residents and through escorts. Assistants operate on a 12 hour schedule during the academic year, and are required to work a minimum of 8 hours/week, including one weekend shift and one overnight shift each week.

Qualifications for the Safety Assistant position include:

• At least a 2.50 current and cumulative GPA for undergraduate students, and a 3.00 current and cumulative GPA for graduate students, at the time of application and throughout the employment period.


• 18 years or older; part-time or full-time student status at Kent State University.


• Not on sanction from the Office of Student Conduct, and able to pass background check.


• Ability to work on campus, and available to work 8-28 hours a week; current RAs may work up to 8 hours a week.


• Understanding of University Housing's departmental values, and willingness to approach work following departmental values and mission statement.


• Demonstrated leadership and/or ability to work effectively as part of a team.

To learn more about our office, visit: https://www.kent.edu/housing/safety-and-security.

Professionalism/Work Ethic:

• Uphold and support the University, Division of Student Affairs, and University Housing mission statement, values, and commitment to diversity.

• Follow all federal, state and local laws as well as University and residence hall rules.

• Attend all scheduled training sessions and staff meetings.

• Maintain possession of any departmental supplies or equipment.

• Clean or assist in cleaning spills or other hazards, such as broken glass, water, vomit, or other bodily fluids, that pose a health and/or safety hazard to the community.

• Contribute to staffing special details, such as homecoming events, move-in day parking assistance, etc.

• Maintain a professional and positive relationship with coworkers.

• Other position or department-related duties as needed.

Critical Thinking/Problem Solving:

• Assist residents who are facing conflicts with neighbors and roommates using a restorative justice approach.

• Assist in the evacuation of residence halls in the event of a fire or another emergency.

• Help connect residents who request escorts with campus resources.

Leadership:

• Address any policy violations, such as noise, odor of cannabis, alcohol, etc. by sharing policy and using a restorative justice and educational framework.

• Assist in managing emergency response, fire alarms, and other student issues and facility issues that occur in the residence halls.

• Assist in evaluation and assessment of the program.

Digital Technology:

• Be knowledgeable in computer software applications used to complete responsibilities.

• Develop an understanding of all area-specific technology.

• Submit reports, logs, forms and other documents related to job responsibilities on time and accurately.

Verbal/Written Communication:

• Build relationships while assisting with on-campus escorts.

• Stay informed of changes and directives via team meetings, emails, meetings, etc.

• Check all fire safety devices, such as fire boxes and fire extinguishers, and report any issues to the dispatcher.

• Make rounds of all the floors and/or halls in accordance with area standards, including checks of lounges, computer labs, restrooms, and building entrance doors. When possible, check outside the halls, adjacent parking lots, bike racks, and outside lights, and report any problems.

• Report any illegal or suspicious activity to the Supervisor, Advisor, or to KSUPD.

• Promote crime prevention methods and programs to residents and staff.

• Share resources with students to help them succeed at Kent State University.

• Be actively involved in making resident’s arrival, stay, and departure at Kent State University a success.

• Promote positive public relations for Kent State University and the Department of University Housing.

Teamwork/Collaboration:

• Strive to develop a healthy and active community on the floor and in the hall.

• Attend floor meetings and other community events.

• Build relationships and partnerships with hall staff, including Live-in Graduate and Professional staff and with other student staff members, such as KIC executive board members, lock staff, and Desk Assistants.

• Work collaboratively with all areas to achieve the Department’s mission.

• Assist with other departmental tasks as needed.

Career Management:

• Participate in evaluations to measure professional development and work competencies.

• Attend department in-services.

Global/Intercultural Fluency:

• Participate in Community Service events through University Housing.

• Contribute positively toward creating an inclusive and accepting environment.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently conduct rounds in various residence halls across campus.

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