Campus Safety Officer

Augustana University; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Augustana University is seeking a Campus Safety Officer to safeguard the campus environment in Sioux Falls. The role involves patrolling grounds, securing premises, monitoring access, and responding to emergencies in collaboration with local responders.

Ideal candidates will hold a high school diploma, a valid driver license, and be able to obtain state certifications for safety tools and CPR/AED. This is a full‑time on‑site position with emphasis on professional, courteous engagement with the

Qualifications

• Requires a valid driver license and ability to obtain SD license.
• High School Diploma required; prior security experience preferred.
• Must complete certification for ASP baton, chemical spray, CPR and AED.
• Essential employee designation may require 24/7 on-call duties.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus by vehicle and on foot in all weather to secure premises.
• Monitor entrances and guard against theft or threats to campus safety.
• Observe and report criminal activity and violations of laws and policies.
• Conduct interviews and collect evidence for investigations.
• Document observations and incidents in detailed reports.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with local responders as needed.
• Communicate with police, fire, EMS and other agencies as required.
• Provide courteous service to students, staff, visitors and vendors.

Skills

Patrol operations

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Crisis response

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ASP baton

Chemical spray

AED/CPR

Job description

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Campus Safety Officer

Campus Safety & Security Full-Time Support Services Sioux Falls, SD, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1436

The duties, competencies, and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

• Patrol campus in vehicles and on foot in all weather conditions. Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points.
• Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of students, faculty, staff and visitors to guard against illegal or threatening activities, theft and to maintain security of premises.
• Observe and detect any criminal activity and/or violations of the university’s rules and regulations, as well as city, state and federal laws.
• Conduct investigations of incidents, including interviewing witnesses and collecting evidence.
• Complete detailed and accurate reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, surveillance activities, and witness interviews.
• Respond to unusual circumstances and secure emergency aid when needed, with moderate discretion for independent judgement.
• Prevents loss and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures, restraining trespassers and reporting building and facility related issues such as flooding, poor or faulty lighting, trip hazards, etc.
• Communicate with the Sioux Falls Police Department, Sioux Falls Fire Rescue, Patient Care Ambulance Services, Metro Communications and other Federal, State, County and local Law Enforcement agencies that provide for public safety in the immediate surrounding areas.
• Answer telephone calls to take messages, answer questions, and provide information to community members.
• Take emergency and routine calls for service, record the details of the calls, dispatch appropriate security resources (local police, fire, EMS, etc.) and provide details to those responding.
• Provide professional and courteous service to University visitors, callers, other agencies, and vendors.

Qualifications for this position:

• Must possess a valid South Dakota Driver License or a valid Driver License of another state and can obtain a South Dakota Driver License.
• High School Diploma necessary. Prior military, law enforcement or security experience or training preferred, but not required.
• Must be able to become certified in the use of an ASP baton, chemical spray, first responder emergency medical services to include the use of CPR and an AED (Automated External Defibrillator).
• Designated as an “essential employee”, the Officer may be required to remain on duty beyond normal shift and/or be available on a 24-hour basis to report for duty without prior notice due to emergencies or manpower shortages.

What can you bring to the table?

• Your strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Your ability to deal politely and courteously with a diverse campus population in a professional manner.
• Your ability to react and make appropriate/judgement calls and decisions quickly while remaining calm in dangerous, and high stress situations.
• Your ability to observe and recall situations and events.Your ability to understand and carry out complex oral instructions.
• Interacting with students, faculty and leadership with different backgrounds and points of view and a deep appreciation of and respect for academic values and culture must be a top value of the candidate.

Interacting with students, faculty and leadership with different backgrounds and points of view and a deep appreciation of and respect for academic values and culture must be a top value of the candidate.

Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.