Campus Public Safety Officer

State of Colorado; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Rocks Community College seeks a Campus Police Officer to respond to crimes and emergencies, safeguard students and staff, and support campus safety initiatives.

The role involves patrols, incident documentation, and collaboration with local law enforcement. You may work at the Lakewood and Arvada campuses, with shifts planned between 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. Weekend requirements and essential personnel status apply.

Qualifications

• This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at submission time.
• Essential personnel required to be on duty for emergency services with no interruptions.
• Shift times range from early morning to late evening; weekends may be required.
• Duties cover law enforcement, security operations, and campus safety responsibilities.
• Proficiency in firearms, arrest control, defensive tactics, and POST training is expected.

Responsibilities

• Responds to all calls for service, criminal and non-criminal.
• Collects, preserves, and documents evidence; testifies in court when required.
• Provides crowd and traffic control at public events and escorts for campus operations.
• Performs duties to secure campus facilities and support safety and community engagement.
• Keeps up to date on laws and participates in ongoing professional development.

Job description

Red Rocks Community College seeks a Campus Police Officer to respond to crimes and emergencies, safeguard students and staff, and support campus safety initiatives.

The role involves patrols, incident documentation, and collaboration with local law enforcement. You may work at the Lakewood and Arvada campuses, with shifts planned between 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. Weekend requirements and essential personnel status apply.