Armed Campus Public Safety Officer

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Pacific is seeking a Public Safety Officer for its San Francisco Campus. The role will support the Director of Public Safety, ensuring a safe environment for students and staff.

Responsibilities include monitoring access points, responding to alarms, guiding visitors, and maintaining security systems. The position requires armed BSIS security credentials, CPR, and firearms permits; candidates must be able to work varied shifts including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of criminal law, arrest, search and seizure.
• Basic Word, Outlook and general computer skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and respond to emergencies.
• Experience in armed BSIS security guard capacity.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BSIS Security Guard Certification, Firearms Permit, pepper spray and baton cert, CPR.

Responsibilities

• Assigns fixed posts at San Francisco Campus facilities.
• Monitor access to entrances and respond to alarms and emergencies.
• Provide information to visitors and campus community on safety matters.
• Operate CCTV and access control systems; support building security.
• Create/access control cards for faculty, staff and students.
• Patrol campus interior and perimeter; report hazards and incidents.
• Perform other safety-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Criminal law knowledge

Oral & written directions

Emergency response

Report writing

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BSIS Security Guard Certification

BSIS Firearms Permit

Pepper Spray & Baton certification

CPR Certification

Tools

Video surveillance systems

Access control devices

Job description

University of the Pacific is seeking a Public Safety Officer for its San Francisco Campus. The role will support the Director of Public Safety, ensuring a safe environment for students and staff.

Responsibilities include monitoring access points, responding to alarms, guiding visitors, and maintaining security systems. The position requires armed BSIS security credentials, CPR, and firearms permits; candidates must be able to work varied shifts including evenings and weekends.