About this role
Location: Onsite, Chicago IL
Job-Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $22.00 USD Hourly
To access a list of benefits for full-time jobs, please visit www.moodybible.org/careers/benefits.
Serve. Protect. Make a Difference.
Are you someone who remains calm under pressure, takes pride in helping others, and values being part of a team committed to serving its community? At Moody, Public Safety is about more than protecting buildings. It is about creating a safe, welcoming environment where students, employees, and guests can learn, work, serve, and connect with confidence.
As a member of our Public Safety team, you will have a visible and important presence on our Chicago campus. From responding to incidents and patrolling campus to assisting members of our community, you will help provide the safety, support, and peace of mind that allow Moody's ministry and educational mission to move forward each day.
About Us
Moody Bible Institute is a Christ-centered higher education and media ministry dedicated to equipping people with the truth of God's Word. Through trusted biblical teaching, media, and educational resources, Moody reaches audiences around the world with the gospel and seeks to make a lasting Kingdom impact.
The Opportunity
Function under the supervision of the Chief of Public Safety to perform duties related to the security of Moody Bible Institute's Chicago campus.
What You'll Do
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Perform foot and vehicle patrols of campus in effort to deter and detect suspicious activity.
• Act as a primary responder for all campus incidents; controlling the scene of all incidents.
• Assist all emergency personnel and city officials that are engaged in business on our campus.
• Respond to campus alarm systems and 911-notifications and write incident reports.
• Report incidents as necessary, professionally and accurately documenting officer involvement and the conclusion of the incident.
• Perform ancillary monthly duty as assigned
• Type and electronically submit incident reports to the Public Safety Office Administrator.
• Oversee all part-time staff during your shift, including the responsibilities of dispatch.
• Enforce Institute parking policies by issuing tickets and submitting them appropriately in a timely fashion.
• Provide Security for special events on campus to detect and deter disturbances. Observe events, report and respond appropriately.
• Assist the Institute community's needs by directing them to the appropriate internal staff or departments or providing them with contact information for outside agencies.
• Issue trespass notices as necessary to unauthorized individuals on campus.
• Provide Security escorts for currency operations and executive protection as assigned.
• Perform related and specific duties assigned by the Chief of Public Safety or Lieutenant of Operations of Public Safety.
Required
• A college degree or two years of job-related experience
• A valid driver's license
• 21 years of age
• Able to work in the U.S. legally without sponsorship
Preferred
• Physically fit
• Criminal Justice Degree
• Illinois PERC
• Illinois FOID
• Be able to control a fire, medical and crime related scene
• Sufficient writing skills to prepare incident reports
• Sufficient human relation skills to resolve confrontation, affect behavior of others, assert oneself, and convey a positive image of the Department
Work Environment
• This position is based at our college campus in downtown Chicago and involves a combination of patrol (on foot and in vehicles) and desk responsibilities.
• You'll be part of a small, close-knit team that fosters a positive and encouraging work environment.
• This role offers opportunities for professional growth and development within the department.
Work Schedule
This role involves 12-hour shift work, which may include daytime, evening, or overnight hours.
Additional Information
• Candidates must demonstrate alignment with Moody Bible Institute's mission, doctrinal beliefs, and Christian values.
• Employees are required to affirm Moody's Statement of Faith and adhere to Community Standards.
• Moody Bible Institute values diversity and seeks team members who engage others in ways that honor its biblical foundation.
• Moody complies with applicable nondiscrimination laws and, as a religious institution, requires employees to hold beliefs consistent with its Doctrinal Statement and Community Standards.
Join Us
At Moody, Public Safety is ultimately about people, service, and community. Your presence and professionalism will help create an environment where students can focus on their education, employees can carry out their work, and guests can feel welcomed and supported.
If you are service-minded, dependable, and prepared to lead with professionalism and good judgment, we invite you to consider joining Moody's Public Safety team. Bring your commitment to serving and protecting others to a role where your work makes a difference every day and supports a mission with lasting Kingdom impact.