Campus Safety Officer
University of La Verne
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Job summary
The University of La Verne is seeking a Campus Safety Officer to patrol the campus, enforce rules, and respond to safety concerns. This on-site role requires flexible shifts, collaboration with students and staff, and a commitment to a safe learning environment.
With a focus on visibility, reporting, and customer service, you will investigate incidents, complete written reports, and assist the Housing Department as needed.
Qualifications
- Excellent Verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong Customer Service.
- Technology Background (computer).
- Ability to problem solve.
- Must be willing to work any shift, hours, weekends and holidays.
- 1 year experience in security in a college/university setting or equivalent on-the-job experience.
Responsibilities
- Safety and Security: Patrol the University campus to maintain high visibility to foster a safe and secure environment; Observe and report incidents and complete necessary paperwork; Enforce University rules and regulations, including the Student Code of Conduct and Penal Code laws and regulations; Investigate violations and crimes; Escort University assets; Effectively assess incidents and develop proper course of actions; Escort persons from campus as necessary; Respond to emergency and safety concern calls (such as but not limited to medical emergencies, traffic accidents, terrorist threats, bomb threats, workplace violence, domestic violence, crime situations, including stalking, felony assault, and other various incidents); Assist the Housing Department with student code of conduct investigations.
- Percentage Of Time 30%
- Percentage Of Time 15%
- Customer Service: Respond to calls for service; Proactively assess and communicate safety concerns and maintenance issues; Open and secure buildings and offices; Lock and unlock buildings, lock doors and gates; Provide information and respond to inquiries from students, staff and visitors; Provide directions to campus locations and information related to University programs and services . Perform dispatch duties as needed or scheduled.
- Training and Development: Participate in training and personal development courses to maintain and enhance broad expertise and capabilities in all Campus Safety functions; develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in a specific area of Campus Safety.
- Emergency Operations: Serve as liaison during disasters such as fires and earthquakes; respond to hazardous materials spills, industrial accidents, and emergencies and take appropriate action; Operate various campus systems, including water valves, electric switches and related systems during emergency situations; investigate unusual conditions and take immediate action to reduce danger and possible malfunction of equipment; notify appropriate internal managerial staff and other departments.
- Issue parking notice ; Respond to requests to block off parking lots and spaces , perform routine maintenance of Campus Safety vehicles at the request of the University Safety Operations Department as needed or required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills
Job description
The University of La Verne is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Campus Safety Officer
Classified
Regular
100%
This is an on site position. Must be available to work any shift or schedule assigned.
Embark on an exciting journey with the University of La Verne, where your career aspirations come to life in a vibrant and welcoming environment. Established in 1891, our diverse and inclusive community is more than just a university—it’s a home for passionate individuals like you.
At the University of La Verne, we embody four core values that set us apart—Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, and Civic and Community Engagement. If you’re fueled by these principles and are eager to make a meaningful impact, your journey begins here.
With a rich history spanning 132 years, the University of La Verne boasts a global Leo Family of 89,000+ accomplished alumni. As the #1 private university in California for social mobility according to U.S. News and World Report 2024, and recently recognized as the 33rd Best U.S. College by the Wall Street Journal 2024, we take pride in our commitment to excellence in education.
Join us in shaping the future, where your passion meets purpose. Come be part of something extraordinary.
The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.
To provide a safe and secure campus environment. Facilitate and encourage respect for the law, campus safety, and institutional policy. Provide a safe environment to foster student learning and development.
- Excellent Verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong Customer Service.
- Technology Background (computer).
- Ability to problem solve.
- Must be willing to work any shift, hours, weekends and holidays.
- 1 year experience in security in a college/university setting or equivalent on-the-job experience.
- 2 plus year experience in safety or security.
- Experience in college university setting.
- Familiar with security/fire alarms, two way radios, computers, tablets,
- PC 832 certification.
- POST Basic Academy certificate.
Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee’s total compensation.
Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.
The physical demands include the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 20 pounds occasionally. Clear verbal and written communication is essential, as the position involves frequent interaction with colleagues, clients, or external partners.
The noise level is generally low to moderate. The position may occasionally involve meeting deadlines or managing multiple priorities, which can require sustained focus and mental stamina.
Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?
Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes
If yes, list maximum weight and duration
If yes, list maximum weight and duration Up to 25lbs.
Specific Duties
Safety and Security: Patrol the University campus to maintain high visibility to foster a safe and secure environment; Observe and report incidents and complete necessary paperwork; Enforce University rules and regulations, including the Student Code of Conduct and Penal Code laws and regulations; Investigate violations and crimes; Escort University assets; Effectively asses incidents and develop proper course of actions; Escort persons from campus as necessary; Respond to emergency and safety concern calls (such as but not limited to medical emergencies, traffic accidents, terrorist threats, bomb threats, workplace violence, domestic violence, crime situations, including stalking, felony assault, and other various incidents); Assist the Housing Department with student code of conduct investigations. Verify credentials of persons on campus and prevent and grant entry where appropriate. Mandated Campus Security Authority under the Jeanne Clery Act. Prepare accurate and detailed written reports using the Campus Safety report management software.
Percentage Of Time
Percentage Of Time 30%
Specific Duties
Relationships and Community: Positively engage with diverse individuals and groups in support of an inclusive environment; Create positive interactions with campus community; Provide outstanding customer service to and communication with campus community; Engage in practices and behaviors that support the educational mission of the institution.
Percentage Of Time
Percentage Of Time 15%
Specific Duties
Customer Service: Respond to calls for service; Proactively assess and communicate safety concerns and maintenance issues; Open and secure buildings and offices; Lock and unlock buildings, lock doors and gates; Provide information and respond to inquiries from students, staff and visitors; Provide directions to campus locations and information related to University programs and services . Perform dispatch duties as needed or scheduled.
Percentage Of Time
Percentage Of Time 25%
Specific Duties
Training and Development: Participate in training and personal development courses to maintain and enhance broad expertise and capabilities in all Campus Safety functions; develop in-depth knowledge and expertise in a specific area of Campus Safety.
Percentage Of Time
Percentage Of Time 10%
Specific Duties
Emergency Operations: Serve as liaison during disasters such as fires and earthquakes; respond to hazardous materials spills, industrial accidents, and emergencies and take appropriate action; Operate various campus systems, including water valves, electric switches and related systems during emergency situations; investigate unusual conditions and take immediate action to reduce danger and possible malfunction of equipment; notify appropriate internal managerial staff and other departments.
Percentage Of Time
Percentage Of Time 10%
Specific Duties
Issue parking notice ; Respond to requests to block off parking lots and spaces , perform routine maintenance of Campus Safety vehicles at the request of the University Safety Operations Department as needed or required.
Percentage Of Time
Percentage Of Time 5%
Specific Duties
Other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time
Percentage Of Time 5%
Minimum:
Minimum: $23.00
Maximum:
Maximum: $23.00
Posting Number 2024-251201SA
The University of La Verne is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
08/25/2026
Open Until Filled No
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- University of La Verne Website
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- Other
- * Do you have a valid California BCIS card?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you currently First Aid/CPR certified?
- Yes
- No
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