Campus Police Officer – Live on Campus & Community Safety

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Pacific seeks a Campus Security Officer to patrol campus in patrol car, bike, and on foot, enforce laws, conduct investigations, and assist in crime prevention. You will interview witnesses, testify in court, and support public safety programs on campus.

Qualifications include a CA POST-certified academy or recertification, high school diploma or GED, and eligibility to work in the United States. Some positions require relocation within California and background clearance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CA P.O.S.T approved academy certificate or valid CA P.O.S.T recertification or Basic Course Waiver certificate.
• At least 21 years of age at time of appointment.
• Citizen of the United States or have applied for citizenship and achieve citizenship within three years.
• No felony convictions.

Responsibilities

• Patrols University property by car, bicycle, and on foot.
• Provides information and direction to staff, faculty, students and visitors on campus.
• Enforces City, County and State laws, and University rules and regulations.
• Conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations.
• Makes arrests as necessary and prepares reports.
• Interviews victims, complainants and witnesses.
• Testifies and presents evidence in court.
• Assists in community relations and crime prevention activities.
• Participates in public relations programs to promote better police-community relations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA) under the Clery Act.

Skills

Positive attitude

Computer skills

Map reading

Investigations

Phone/radio comms

Emergency vehicles

Firearm qualification

Diversity engagement

Cultural responsiveness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CA P.O.S.T approved academy certificate

CA P.O.S.T recertification or Basic Course Waiver

Job description

University of the Pacific seeks a Campus Security Officer to patrol campus in patrol car, bike, and on foot, enforce laws, conduct investigations, and assist in crime prevention. You will interview witnesses, testify in court, and support public safety programs on campus.

Qualifications include a CA POST-certified academy or recertification, high school diploma or GED, and eligibility to work in the United States. Some positions require relocation within California and background clearance.