Safety Support Specialist

Company: Bridgewater College
Location: Bridgewater
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Description The Safety Support Specialist offers essential administrative and operational support to the Campus Police Department, actively contributing to a secure campus environment. This role involves managing critical administrative tasks, including campus patrols and performing the completion of proper security measures. Providing vital support through the assistance of effective communications and workflow is a necessary facet of the position. This position plays an essential role in the Campus Police Department. It requires a proactive approach to administrative support and dedication to fostering a safe, supportive campus environment. RESPONSIBILITIES: Office Administration and Support Perform a range of office tasks, including word processing, typing, filing, report preparation, and data entry. Provide direct administrative support to the Police Chief, assisting with special projects, reports, and meeting coordination. Coordinate office workflow, prioritizing tasks and overseeing daily operations to ensure efficiency. Manage departmental calendars, schedule meetings, organize travel arrangements, and coordinate events. Triage and screen incoming calls and respond to questions regarding policies, procedures, and departmental activities. Support department-led events, including campus events, new student orientation, “Blue Light” community connection events, and other community activities. Greet and assist visitors, students, and staff, answering inquiries and directing individuals to appropriate resources. Record Maintenance, Financial Support, and Confidential Information Management Organize and maintain complex, confidential filing systems and databases, ensuring compliance with record-keeping policies. Receive and record communications regarding parking and assist with processing, documenting, and distributing materials and communications related to parking as requested. Maintain office supply inventory and place orders as needed to ensure continuity of operations. Ensure strict confidentiality concerning student information, departmental records, and sensitive communications. Law Enforcement and Emergency Support Accept reporting of criminal activity and/or disturbances from students and employees and inform the appropriate parties accordingly. Monitor and provide authorized access to campus facilities. Support the collection of data for Clery Compliance. Provide logistical support to department officers, coordinate with other campus partners, and facilitate operations during emergencies and special events. Other Responsibilities Attend all mandatory staff meetings and trainings. Follow all College policies and procedures. Perform additional administrative and security duties as assigned to support the department’s mission EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or equivalent required 1-3 years of related experience preferred SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Experience in financial record-keeping, budgeting, and office supply management preferred. Knowledge of Clery compliance regulations preferred. Familiarity with police and safety software programs (Omnigo) preferred Proficiency in office software and equipment (MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), database, copier/scanning, faxing, filing, etc.) required. Ability to work independently in a secure environment, stationed during the business work period with minimum supervision required. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively required. Maintain a high degree of discretion in handling confidential information required. Communicating clearly and concisely with all levels of college executive leadership, faculty, staff, students, and the general public, both in writing and verbally required. Enters various data into the computer system concerning parking decals, types of correspondence, memos, and other documents as requested; makes copies and distributes documents as requested required. Ability to utilize mathematical formulas, add and subtract totals, multiply and divide, determine percentages and decimals, and determine time and weight required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a customer-oriented mindset required. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required. Must adapt to performing under stress when confronted with an emergency required. Excellent customer service required. CPR Certification or Ability to Acquire required. AED Certification or Ability to Acquire required. Possess a valid VA driver’s license and maintains a good driving record required. Pay is offered at a competitive rate. This full-time position offers a full benefits package, including paid tuition at the College for eligible dependents. APPLY: Complete the online application. DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Email humanresources@bridgewater.edu COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY : Bridgewater College, an equal opportunity provider and employer, is a welcoming and vibrant workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, marital status, disability, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Non-Discrimination Notice: https://www.bridgewater.edu/legal/non-discrimination-notice/ ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT AND ANNUAL FIRE SAFETY REPORT: The Bridgewater College Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report summarizes policies on campus security and personal safety, crime prevention, fire safety, and crime reporting, and includes crime and fire statistics for the past three years:https://bridgewater.app.box.com/s/4ma6tlh30y8cat9un192ugo3dm6n29y9 To request a printed copy, please call 540-828-5761 E-VERIFY AND RIGHT TO WORK: https://bridgewater.box.com/s/479yflkelh9xjxi32ekzbre2wer5fsmz https://bridgewater.box.com/s/zqyfln3uwpfebahz4drdc37afh4du3im Bridgewater College has partnered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture to obtain resources to enhance the College’s facilities, including the recent addition to and renovation of the College’s primary athletic facility. The College is posting the following Notice as required by federal law for organizations which benefit from the USDA’s funding program: NOTICE If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax at (202) 690-7442, or email at program.intake@usda.gov.

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