Campus Operations & Safety Specialist (Part-Time)

The Community Solution Education System; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Western States is seeking a part-time Campus Operations & Safety Specialist to provide flexible coverage across safety, front desk, and event support functions. The role emphasizes evening, weekend, and event coverage, patrolling grounds, and responding to incidents to keep the campus safe and welcoming.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, availability evenings/weekends, and comfort with lifting up to 50 lbs. CPR/AED certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent work experience.
• CPR & AED certification preferred.
• 3+ years of operational university campus experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus grounds and buildings to ensure safety and security.
• Respond to safety and security incidents and coordinate with local responders as needed.
• Support campus events during evenings and weekends, including setup and teardown.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

24+ college credits in campus safety

CPR & AED certification

3+ years university campus ops experience

Tools

Office 365

Teams

Milestone surveillance software

Lenel access control

Job description

1. GENERAL POSITION INFORMATION

Position Name: Campus Operations & Safety Specialist (Part-Time)

Classification: Non-Exempt, Part-Time, Non-Benefitted

FTE: 0.48 FTE / Part-Time (18 hours per week)

Work Hours: 18 hours per week. Schedule is flexible based on campus needs, with emphasis on evenings, Saturdays, Sundays, special events, and identified staffing gaps (including scheduled leaves). Occasional overtime as needed.

Department/Division: Operations/Facilities

Supervisor: Campus Operations & Safety Manager

2. POSITION SUMMARY

The Campus Operations & Safety Specialist provides flexible, cross‑trained coverage across the Operations team’s safety, front desk, and event‑support functions. This position is designed to fill in across the duties of the Campus Operations & Safety Coordinator, the Campus Safety Specialist, and the Campus Operations & Safety Specialist I roles, with particular emphasis on evening, weekend, and event coverage.

This person will patrol campus grounds and buildings, respond to safety and security concerns, and support campus events through setup, monitoring, and breakdown. The role also provides front desk coverage — greeting and directing visitors, answering phones, and supporting parking, badge, and mail operations — and documents incidents and concerns for Operations leadership.

Scheduling is adjusted based on the campus event calendar, coverage needs during staff leaves and absences, and other operational priorities identified by the Campus Operations & Safety Manager.

3. KEY RESPONSIBILITIE

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Patrol, Safety & Emergency Response 35%

• Regularly patrol campus grounds, buildings, and facilities on foot or vehicle to ensure safety and security.
• Act as a first responder to campus emergencies, including medical and security incidents; coordinate with local police, fire, and other emergency responders as appropriate.
• Enforce campus policies and procedures related to safety and security; issue warnings and report violations to the appropriate authority.
• Check doors and locks for proper operation; secure and lock buildings and windows as directed.
• Investigate and report unusual, suspicious, or dangerous circumstances; complete incident reports and maintain logs, notifying Campus Operations and Safety leadership as appropriate.
• Identify and report malfunctioning locks and other safety hazards in a timely manner.
• Assist with emergency drills and support implementation of emergency action plans, including evacuation procedures.

Event Support 20%

• Support campus events held during evenings and weekends, including setup (tables, chairs, equipment, signage) and breakdown/restoring rooms afterward.
• Provide a visible safety presence and front desk/monitoring coverage for the duration of assigned events.
• Assist event organizers and campus departments with operational needs during events.

Front Desk & Visitor Services 20%

• Receive visitors at the front desk by greeting, welcoming, directing, and announcing appropriately.
• Answer, screen, and forward incoming phone calls.
• Provide excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Administrative & Operational Support 20%

• Support the parking program, including assigning permits/badges, processing tickets, and distributing parking stickers and permits.
• Assist in processing and distributing mail for campus departments, including accepting, sorting, and tracking incoming and outgoing mail and packages.
• Create requisitions, receipts, and supplier invoices for vendors and contractors as needed.
• Assist the Operations team with reports, communications, and other administrative tasks.

Other Duties as Assigned 5%

• Perform other duties included in the Campus Operations & Safety Coordinator, Campus Safety Specialist, or Campus Operations & Safety Specialist I position descriptions, as assigned.

4. UWS CORE VALUES

Best Practices: We maintain high standards by using and integrating evidence across multiple disciplines.

Curiosity: We are innovative, open minded, and forward thinking.

Inclusiveness: We are respectful, mindful, and welcoming of different ways of being, thinking, and doing.

Professionalism: We are responsible, respectful, and accountable.

Student-Focus: We work for the common good of students’ academic and professional success.

Whole-Person Health: We promote physical, mental and emotional wellness in all facets of the UWS experience.

5. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Required

Education & Training

• High school diploma/G.E.D. or equivalent work experience.

Experience

• 1+ years working in campus safety, security, customer service, or an office environment, and/or equivalent training.

Related Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to problem-solve and work with multiple interruptions.
• Ability to collaborate with others and provide excellent customer service.
• Able to lift 50 lbs., stand for prolonged periods, and walk/patrol at a brisk pace.

Other Qualifications

• Proficient in Office 365, Teams, and other software-based programs.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and events as scheduled.

Preferred

Education & Training

• 24+ college credits in a field related to campus safety.

Certifications & Licenses

• CPR & AED certification.

Experience

• 3+ years operational experience at a university/college campus.

Related Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Emergency/crisis response planning and/or drill experience.
• Experience with video surveillance software (Milestone) or access control software (Lenel).
• Data analysis experience.

6. APPLICATION, SCREENING AND HIRING PROCESS

University of Western States conducts background checks for the finalist or finalists of staff and faculty positions. The type of background check will vary by position type.

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $22.00-23.00 per hour base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement.

University of Western States is an Equal Opportunity Employer.