Campus Security Officer - Spokane Community College

Greater Spokane Incorporated; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Colleges of Spokane's Spokane Community College campus is seeking a Campus Security Officer to protect life and property, enforce laws, maintain order, and investigate incidents. This permanent, classified position requires vigilance, teamwork, and strong communication to ensure a safe campus environment.

The role involves patrolling campus grounds on foot or by vehicle, directing traffic, responding to emergencies, and completing detailed written reports.

Qualifications

• Proficiency, knowledge or experience with Information Technology (IT), social media, web use and investigations.
• Ability to handle emergency situations and conflict without escalation.
• Ability to investigate incidents and write reports.
• Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of maintaining required reports and filing systems.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to use a computer and contemporary office software.
• Ability to work varied/rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide a security presence on campus and patrol Spokane Colleges properties on foot or in a patrol vehicle.
• Investigate accidents and crimes, issue citations, gather evidence, locate witnesses, and assist law enforcement when needed.
• Direct and regulate traffic and patrol campus parking areas.
• Maintain surveillance of areas suspected of criminal activity.
• Operate department communication equipment and monitor alarm systems.
• Complete and file reports as required.
• Conduct patrols and de-escalate or control various situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

IT investigations

Emergency response

Incident reporting

Communication

Team player

Computer skills

Shift flexibility

Education

Associate degree in Criminal Justice

Tools

Office software

Job description

Campus Security Officer - Spokane Community College

Campus Security Officer - Spokane Community College

Community Colleges of Spokane

Department: DIST Security

Salary Range: $4,201 - $5,642

Starting salary for this position is: $4,201 (Monthly)

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. PST on 10/05/2026.

About the Campus Security Officer - Spokane Community College

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the District Director of Security, the Campus Security Officer performs general duty security work to protect life and property; enforces laws and ordinances, maintains order, and prevents and investigates crime, security, safety, and related activities.

This is a permanent, classified position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide a security presence on campus and patrol Spokane Colleges properties on foot or in a patrol vehicle.
• Investigate accidents and crimes, issue citations, gather evidence, locate witnesses, and assist law enforcement when needed.
• Direct and regulate traffic and patrol campus parking areas.
• Maintain surveillance of areas suspected of criminal activity.
• Operate department communication equipment and monitor alarm systems.
• Complete and file reports as required.
• Conduct patrols and de-escalate or control various situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency, knowledge or experience with Information Technology (IT), social media, web use and investigations.
• Ability to handle emergency situations and conflict without escalation.
• Ability to investigate incidents and write reports.
• Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of maintaining required reports and filing systems.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to use a computer and contemporary office software.
• Ability to work varied/rotating shifts.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Criminal Justice or equivalent education/experience.
• Knowledge of campus law enforcement and investigation procedures.
• Two or more years of campus security, police, or equivalent experience/training.
• Experience in a higher education environment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Permanent, classified.
• Full-time schedule (12-month, 40-hours week).
• 6-month probationary period.
• This position is overtime eligible.
• Requires local or regional travel.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Criminal background check is required.
• May be required to work alternate shifts.
• All uniforms and equipment are provided by the college.

Required Application Materials

• Resume.
• References - the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.