Campus Protection Officer

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Campus Protection Officers focus on safety of the university community as the top priority and provide physical security for various campus locations. Officers demonstrate stellar customer service as they engage with the community to provide a physical security presence, conduct high-visibility patrols, protect valuable property and provide general assistance such as giving directions and escorting people to locations on campus. These roles can prepare you for future advancement in public safety careers.

Standard patrols include safety and security checks of buildings, external grounds and equipment and are conducted in a variety of ways:  on foot and in vehicles. Vehicles are marked, brand new, temperature controlled and Bluetooth capable. Campus Protection Officers also respond to alarms and work in the security control room monitoring CCTV cameras, answering phone and radio calls, and dispatching other officers. These positions also assist in traffic and pedestrian management, participate in special duty events and operations (i.e., football team security), complete routine logs and forms, administer first aid and operate fire extinguishers. They also investigate and report on crimes, unusual incidents, complaints, injuries and accidents.

Newly hired Campus Security Officers receive specialized training including, First Aid/CPR/AED, OC Spray, mountain bike and de-escalation training.

Campus Protection Officers start $23.46/hr. followed by a one dollar raise after successfully passing a one year probationary period.

45%        Patrols buildings and grounds to check on security conditions. Reports on equipment malfunctions, fire and safety hazards, water leaks, and any other condition requiring correction. Responds to alarms and performs customer service functions such as providing directions, providing escorts to nearby campus locations and assisting disabled patrons.

35%        Works in security control center; monitors CCTV cameras; answers telephones; dispatches security officers; maintains radio contact. Monitors fire and security alarms.

10%        Performs a variety of safety and security duties including but not limited to: administering first aid, operating fire-fighting equipment and conducting safety, fire and security programs.

10%        Investigates and reports on crimes, unusual incidents, complaints, injuries, and incidents. Completes routine logs and forms. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Ability to work evenings and weekends and be subject to 24-hour call-in
• Possession of valid driver’s license
• Completion of field training program within first three months of employment

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