Public Safety Ambassador - Student Employment

Public Safety Ambassador - Student Employment

Salary

$17.05 Hourly

Location

3700 W. 103rd Street, Chicago, IL

Job Type

Student Employment - FWS Exempt

Job Number

01564

Department

Public Safety SE

Opening Date

08/05/2026

Summary

This position is suitable for students who are interested in pursuing careers associated with law enforcement/public safety and/or criminal justice. As Public Safety Student Ambassador at Saint Xavier University, you will promote positive guest/client experiences during university events. A Safety Ambassador is responsible for greeting and ensuring the safety of guests, assisting with emergency or medical situations, and answering general questions regarding the event or the university.

As a crucial member of the Public Safety team, successful candidates may be requested to work a flexible schedule inclusive of early mornings, day & evening shifts (late evenings may be required), weekends, holidays and back-to-back events.

Additionally, a Safety Ambassador may be assigned to an area with adverse temperature/weather conditions such as observing the surroundings for any threats, directing guests in/out of campus while being positioned outside of the building. This role requires the employee to stand and move freely throughout campus during their shift.

START DATE: August 17th, 2026

This student employment opportunity supports the development of skills aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies. Through this role, students will strengthen the following competencies:

• Communication: Students build communication skills by practicing clear, respectful, and professional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication in a workplace setting.

• Critical Thinking: Students build critical thinking skills by applying judgment, solving problems, prioritizing tasks, maintaining accuracy, and using feedback to improve their work.

• Professionalism: Students build professionalism by practicing dependability, accountability, confidentiality when applicable, workplace etiquette, and respectful service in a workplace setting.

• Teamwork: Students build teamwork skills by collaborating with supervisors, staff, and peers to support department goals, assist others, and contribute to a positive work environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist police officers with traffic control during student homecoming or large events.

• Manage traffic detours and guide traffic.

• Willingness to work in various weather conditions and traffic settings.

• Aid students, staff and community members with directions to designated locations across campus.

• Ensure protection of facilities, properties, employees and guests of Saint Xavier University.

• Promote positive guest/client experience.

• Maintain professional manner, presence, and appearance at all times while on campus.

• Arrive for scheduled shift on time and in proper SXU approved uniform.

• Be prepared to take an active role in Emergency Operations procedures (evacuation plan).

Qualifications

MUST BE A STUDENT AT SAINT XAVIER UNIVERSITY

Must Include a Resume and Cover Letter

Federal Work Study is NOT a requirement

Students who are Federal Work Study eligible may still apply for this position

• Strong verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to work well under pressure.
• Will have the ability to enforce departmental policies and procedures with fairness and consistency.
• Must be receptive to working outside in inclement weather and extreme temperatures.
• Able to walk and stand during the entire shift.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends

Additional Expectations

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.

Employer Saint Xavier University

Address 3700 West 103rd Street

Chicago, Illinois, 60655

Phone 773-298-3452

Website http://www.sxu.edu