Campus Safety Lead: Patrol, Dispatch & Incident Command

University of Puget Sound; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Retirement plan options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Tuition benefits

Job summary

University of Puget Sound is seeking a Lead Campus Safety Officer for our Tacoma campus. The role supervises patrol and dispatch staff, maintains weekly schedules, and coordinates department training.

The position may serve as Incident Commander during emergencies and requires strong leadership, communication, and decision-making in a dynamic campus environment. The Lead Officer will interact with staff and students, perform patrols, respond to alarms and incidents, and ensure compliance with

Qualifications

• AA degree or equivalent level of education with significant security, military police, or law enforcement experience.
• Ability to work independently and make quick decisions in a dynamic environment.
• Must be able to communicate clearly, both written and verbally, in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle and foot patrols of campus to maintain a safe environment.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and medical calls with professional conduct.
• Maintain duty schedules and coordinate staff, including on-call and student workers.
• Complete incident reports and assist in reviewing department policies and training records.
• Serve as Incident Commander when required and participate in emergency operations.

Skills

Independence

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Patrol operations

Education

AA degree / equivalent

Job description

University of Puget Sound is seeking a Lead Campus Safety Officer for our Tacoma campus. The role supervises patrol and dispatch staff, maintains weekly schedules, and coordinates department training.

The position may serve as Incident Commander during emergencies and requires strong leadership, communication, and decision-making in a dynamic campus environment. The Lead Officer will interact with staff and students, perform patrols, respond to alarms and incidents, and ensure compliance with