Campus Safety Officer I

California Lutheran University; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

California Lutheran University is seeking a dedicated Campus Safety Officer I to ensure the safety of students, staff, and visitors on campus. This role involves patrolling the university grounds, responding to emergencies, and enforcing campus regulations. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to safety and community engagement, alongside the ability to work flexible hours.

Benefits

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in security or law enforcement is preferred.
• Must possess strategic thinking and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus and enforce safety regulations.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents on campus.
• Prepare reports on daily activities and incidents.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, the university has an enrollment of about 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students who come from across the nation and around the world from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran is looking for candidates with a dedication to and success in working in diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusive learning and work environment that values individual differences and respects each person’s dignity.

Basic Function

Under the direction of the Director of Campus Safety, the Campus Safety Officer I is primarily responsible for providing security and safety services for students, staff, visitors and physical assets of the campus community; the position is also responsible for enforcing campus motor vehicle regulations and assists in parking and traffic control.

Representative Duties

• Patrols campus buildings and grounds on foot, bicycle or by vehicle as required. E
• Secures all buildings and structures according to need, checking for signs of vandalism, fires or other dangers which might result in loss or damage to life or property; reports all hazards, unsafe conditions, and equipment failures to supervisor. E
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls. E
• Enforces all university and civil laws pertaining to security on campus. E
• Communicates with University personnel and law, fire, and safety personnel to receive and exchange information related to security, vandalism, crimes, investigations, or safety issues. E
• Prepares clear and concise criminal, supplemental and incident reports relating to daily activities including observed violations, interviews and collection of physical evidence. E
• Responds to and investigates instances involving assault, battery, illegal substances use and other illegal acts occurring on University property. E
• Enforces campus traffic regulations and assist with traffic control during special events. E
• Assists in emergency situations (e.g. accidents, personal injuries, fires, earthquakes, etc.). E
• Responds to fire and burglar alarm activations, which may include extinguishing small fires. E
• Handles and operates campus safety equipment, which will include motor vehicles, radio scanners, spotlights, handcuffs, hand-held radio, and basic hand tools and may include chemical agents. E
• Provides information and responds to questions from students, staff, and visitors. E
• Provides testimony on cases in court as needed. E
• Provides escort services as requested. E
• Performs related duties as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge Of

• Campus safety policies and procedures.
• Methods, procedures and practices of effective law enforcement and security.
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures of a campus environment.
• Traffic laws.
• Crowd and traffic control techniques.
• Investigation and report writing techniques.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Knowledge of common fire hazards and the operation of fire equipment.
• Basic first aid and CPR .
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
  
  

Ability To

• Meet physical condition standards appropriate to conduct campus safety officer activities and responsibilities as outlined in the job description and as established by Campus Safety.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Operate and maintain safety equipment in a safe and proper manner.
• Think and act quickly and accurately and adopt a safe effective course of action.
• Organize and write clear and concise reports of factual occurrences.
• Interact with a diverse group of individuals at all organizational levels.
• Interview witnesses, complainants and suspects.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Make judgment calls on sensitive, confidential issues.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work confidentially with discretion.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Operate a computer and relevant office equipment and peripheries.
• Work independently with minimal direction.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience in security or law enforcement; relevant military experience will also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Bureau of Security and Investigative Services ( BSIS ) Guard Card

Licenses and other requirements

Valid California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
First Aid and CPR certificate issued by an authorized agency within first three months of employment.
Ability to work flexible hours & shifts as needed; shift adjustments are not uncommon, sometimes with little advanced notice.

Physical Abilities

Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone; visual ability for reading, inspecting, and using a computer monitor; capable of performing the physical requirements of the position including walking for extended periods of time and climbing stairs to conduct security patrols and security inspections; lift as needed, including chest height lifting (25 lbs.); running and riding a bike to respond to emergencies; bending at the waist; running in response to emergency needs; reaching and extending hands/arms in any direction; flexibility to crouch, kneel, bend or stoop; ability to operate a vehicle; sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

Indoor and outdoor assignments; patrol in all types of weather; occasional contact with upset individuals; variable work shifts; exposure to adverse weather conditions, and potential physical hazards involved in intervening in anti-social, illegal or violent behavior; subject to operating a vehicle to conduct work.

Hiring Range

Hiring Range 21.22

Posting Number

Posting Number Staff004322022

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 07/14/2025

Position End Date

Open Date

Open Date 06/06/2025

Close Date

Close Date 06/22/2025

Open Until Filled No

Application Procedure/Special Instructions

Statement

California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University’s policies, procedures, and processes.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Human Resources
California Lutheran University
60 W. Olsen Rd. #1100
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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California Lutheran University is an Equal Opportunity Employer