Campus Safety Officer

CalArts Extended Studies; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An education institution in California is looking for a Campus Security Officer to ensure safety and security on campus. Responsibilities include patrolling, responding to emergencies, and preparing reports. Candidates must possess a California Guard Card, First Aid/CPR certification, and the ability to handle emergency situations. A high school diploma and two years of law enforcement or security experience are preferred. This role may require flexible shifts across day and night.

Qualifications

• Valid California Guard Card and First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Must pass background check and physical exam post-offer.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and security services to the college community.
• Patrol the campus for safety inspections.
• Respond to emergency calls and alarms.
• Conduct incident investigations and prepare reports.
• Issue traffic and parking citations as needed.

Skills

Cooperative working relationships

Ability to walk/stand for long periods

Full range of motion

Stair climbing

Handling emergency calls

Basic computer skills

Report composition

Flexible working schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years law enforcement/security experience

Job description

Overview

The mission of CalArts’ Campus Safety is to provide a security presence dedicated to providing a safe and secure campus environment for faculty, staff, and students. Campus Security Officers (CSOs) are responsible for investigating unlawful, suspicious activity, identifying potential problems regarding the welfare, safety and security of faculty, staff and students. CSOs will also maintain campus safety by enforcing policies and regulations and by communicating information and responding to inquiries. Works under the supervision of the Shift Leader and Director, Security/Risk Management.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and security related services to the college community.
• Patrol the campus via security vehicles and/or by foot, checking for fire, general safety, and locking and unlocking doors as required.
• Respond to requests for assistance, emergency calls, and alarms.
• Render emergency first aid and CPR, call paramedics, respond to and investigate reports of unlawful activity.
• Investigate various kinds of incidents and prepare detailed written reports.
• Confront and interview suspicious subjects and make arrests when required.
• Issue traffic and parking citations.
• File all necessary reports and paperwork as required.
• May be called upon to work overtime with/without notice to address emergency situations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to spend extended periods of time walking and the ability to walk/stand.
• Full range of motion with both hands and arms.
• Ability to climb 4-5 flights of stairs without stopping.
• Ability to handle emergency calls for service in a professional manner and maintain composure during stressful situations.
• Possess basic computer skills.
• Ability to compose and comprehend written reports.
• Available to work a flexible work schedule to include day, night, weekend and holiday shifts.

Requirements

• Valid California Guard Card, First Aid/CPR & Defibrillator certification.
• Valid California Driver License. Employment subject to meeting the standards of CalArts' insurance carrier.
• Upon offer of employment, must successfully pass a background check and a physical exam (including hearing, vision and stress test).
• Capable of performing essential functions of the job with or without accommodations.

Work Environment / Physical Conditions

• CSOs constantly: walk, sit, talk, hear, drive and have exposure to physical hazards.
• They occasionally are exposed to extreme cold, heat, temperature changes and noise.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years law enforcement/security experience preferred.

Additional Information

Please note that Campus Safety operates on three shifts:

• Day: 6:00AM - 2:30PM
• Swing: 2:00PM - 10:30PM
• Overnight: 10:00PM - 6:30AM

The specific shift for the position will be discussed during the interview process.