Campus Public Safety & Parking Officer

SLAC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

403(b) plan

Flexible work options

Job summary

Stanford University is seeking Public Safety Officers to help maintain a safe environment for faculty, staff, students and visitors on campus. The role includes patrolling designated areas, enforcing parking regulations, and providing traffic control during events and emergencies.

Officers wear a uniform and may work day, swing, or night shifts, including holidays, with mandatory overtime at times. The position emphasizes strong customer service, problem solving, and physical fitness for field

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus areas by foot, bike, or vehicle to identify safety concerns and assist the public.
• Enforce campus Parking Code and manage traffic control during events or emergencies.
• Provide information and directions to community members; respond to alarms and safety issues.
• Staff the DPS Operations Desk shifts; monitor radio traffic and issue equipment as needed.
• Assist in emergency and incident response using Incident Command System when required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Flexibility

Teamwork

Driver license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Stanford University is seeking Public Safety Officers to help maintain a safe environment for faculty, staff, students and visitors on campus. The role includes patrolling designated areas, enforcing parking regulations, and providing traffic control during events and emergencies.

Officers wear a uniform and may work day, swing, or night shifts, including holidays, with mandatory overtime at times. The position emphasizes strong customer service, problem solving, and physical fitness for field