Event & Traffic Management Coordinator, Department of Safety

Position Details

Classification Details

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Position Information

Position Title
Event & Traffic Management Coordinator, Department of Safety

Position Type
Staff

Employee Group
Staff

Time Status
Full-Time

Time Category
Full Time (1560-2080 hours)

Annual Hours
2080

# of Months
12

Hours Per Week
40

Work Dates

July 1 - June 30;

Campus
Main Campus (Grantham)

Position Description

Position Summary

A community-focused position responsible for helping to foster and safeguard a climate conducive to learning and working. The purpose of this position is to provide security and protective services oversight to the campus, ensuring the preservation of personal safety of the college community, and to cultivate positive relationships with the community at large.

Education Required

High school diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge/Certifications Required for Position:
Basic investigative skills
Basic Clery/Higher Education knowledge/training
Intermediate computer skills - ability to learn campus software and Microsoft Office within first 30 days of employment
First Aid/CPR/AED Certification required - certified within first 30 days of employment
Handcuffing/OC Spray/SFST Certification - must be certified in first 2 years of employment

And at least ONE of the following:
Bicycle Safety Training/Certification
Bosscars Ticketing Program - Intermediate Level Knowledge
RAD/SAFE Instructor Certification
Event Management/Traffic Control Training Class/Certification
PA/DOH Certified EMT Certification

Additionally, at least ONE of the following:
Emergency Responder with NIMS (National Incident Management Systems) Certification
Advanced Certifications/Training in Drug ID/Recognition
Advanced Certifications/Training in Computer Cyber Investigations
Advanced Training in Sexual Assault/Rape/Crimes Against Women

Education Preferred

Experience Required

Minimum five years of law enforcement/security/human services or emergency services experience

Experience Preferred

Skills, Characteristics Required for Position
• Exemplary interpersonal and human relations skills;
• Ability to demonstrate respect for others and build trust and rapport with co-workers and students, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds;
• Experience and desire to interface with traditional-aged college students;
• Service orientation;
• Ability to manage conflict, to effect conflict resolution, and to work cooperatively with the campus community;
• Ability to communicate effectively and direct personnel under extenuating circumstances;
• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks;
• Demonstrated commitment to the job, strong work ethic and integrity;
• Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality.

Special Working Conditions

Must have the ability to mentally and physically perform essential job functions which require walking, prolonged standing, pushing, pulling, stooping, lifting (40lbs) and endure various weather conditions. Willingness to work different shifts, work weekends and holidays, some mandatory overtime required for special events; submit to Hepatitis B immunization or provide documentation of such. This position is essential; employees providing essential services must report to work as scheduled by their supervisor in the event of an emergency closing or delay.

Driving Requirements

This position requires the operation of a Messiah College owned or leased vehicle and the employee must possess and maintain a current driver's license, meet the established criteria, and abide by all policies and procedures as presented in the College's Fleet Vehicle Use Policy.

Essential Employee
Essential - Emergency Only

Primary Duties

1. Manage planning and execution of safety services and traffic control for special campus activities and events. Maintain oversight of student traffic control program.
2. Oversee the management of coning off lots/spaces forevents, concerts, visitors, and facility services with the assistance of the Grounds Department.
3. Work with the Supervisor of Investigations and Crime Prevention
4. Provide security and protective services oversight to campus facilities.
5. Act as a resource to students, employees, and campus visitors.
6. Respond to, investigate, and accurately document crimes which are reported to the department and occur on campus property.
7. Maintain security patrol via foot, bike, and vehicle of campus grounds and satellite properties.
8. Respond to and assume operational control of incidents (campus emergencies) to ensure safety of individuals and property.
9. Conduct safety escorts for campus community members.
10. Act as liaison with outside law enforcement and other community organizations.
11. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all parking and permit regulations as outlined in college traffic code; enforce as necessary. Conduct active traffic management to ensure compliance with PA vehicle code.
12. Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.

Secondary Duties

1. Testify at PA Court of Common pleas, District Justice, and campus judiciary/administrative hearings.
2. Perform dispatch services as needed.
3. Conduct and assist in the execution of fire drills.
4. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervises: # of Administrative
0

Supervises: # of Staff
0

Supervises: # of Student
Student Traffic Control

Posting Date
10/06/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

Application Deadline

Diversity

Messiah University's commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence draws inspiration from its mission "to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society." The university has pursued this vision through a strategic planning process that encourages diversity through employee and student composition, campus climate, and an educational program that seeks to equip and enable educators and students to embrace diversity. Candidates should clearly articulate why diversity and inclusive excellence matter to them as persons of faith as well as in their profession. Candidates will speak to how as a potential employee, they will contribute to the advancement of this vision through their teaching-learning, research, institutional service, and public engagement.

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