Campus Security/Public Safety Officer

Oregon State University; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon State University - Cascades seeks a Campus Security/Public Safety Officer to ensure safety on campus. This full-time role involves patrol duties, crisis response, and promoting a safe environment for students and staff. Join a committed team focused on enhancing campus safety in beautiful Bend, Oregon.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Tuition reduction benefits

Paid leave package

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license.
• First aid, CPR, AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vehicular, bicycle, and foot patrols of campus.
• Maintain incident reports and log activities.
• Enforce university regulations and assist in emergencies.

Skills

Communication

Crisis Management

Patrol Procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

For additional information please contact:
Johana Hernandez
[e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Must successfully pass a comprehensive pre-employment background assessment that includes at a minimum: criminal history check; driving records; medical examination; psychological evaluation; drug screening; national fingerprint CJIS check and an inclusive appraisal of work history.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [e-mail]

Position Information

Department

Department Community Relatns/Admin (LCB)

Position Title

Position Title Public Safety Officer

Job Title

Job Title Campus Security/Public Safety Officer

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Public Safety Professionals

Job Location

Benefits Eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The OSU -Cascades Campus Safety Team is seeking a Campus Security/Public Safety Officer. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, public safety professional position.

This position is located in Bend, Oregon.

The mission of OSU -Cascades Campus Safety is to:

• Ensure the safety and security of all who come to OSU -Cascades to learn, work or visit.
• Protect the property of OSU -Cascades and the personal property of students, faculty, staff and visitors on campus.
• Promote student success by maintaining a welcoming environment conducive to the educational process.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be a part of a small team of Campus Safety professionals who promote the safety and well-being of all individuals on the OSU -Cascades campus. The Campus Security/Public Safety Officer (Campus Safety Specialist) conducts roving security patrols, provides routine assistance to the campus community and serve in crisis situations as initial first responders and liaison with emergency services.

OSU -Cascades Campus Security/Public Safety Officer (Campus Safety Specialist) may be designated special campus security officers, as defined in ORS352.118, through a separate written designation from the University. Such written designation as special campus security officer would describe the additional authority being granted and any limits that apply.

OSU -Cascades, located in Bend, Ore., is a branch campus of Oregon State University. The campus currently enrolls more than 1,200 students in undergraduate and graduate programs. Unlike the main campus in Corvallis, where OSU operates its own police department, the Cascades campus uses a Campus Safety model focused on crisis response, relying on the Bend Police Department for law enforcement services.

Why OSU?

Why OSU -Cascades?

Founded in 2001, Oregon State University – Cascades brings higher education to Central Oregon while leveraging the excellence of a land grant and top-tier research university in one of the most dynamic cities in the Pacific Northwest.

Located near downtown Bend and surrounded by mountains, forest and high desert, OSU -Cascades offers small classes that accelerate faculty-student mentoring and experiential learning in an innovative environment that accelerates opportunities for student, faculty and staff development and advancement.

With a 128-acre campus under development and a goal to grow to 3,000 to 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students, OSU -Cascades is delivering on a 40-year grassroots community effort to bring the benefits of a comprehensive university to the region:

Student Body and Alumni
Student and alumni data is as of fall 2024.
• 1,370 undergraduate and graduate students
• 78% from Oregon
• 42% Central Oregonians
• 24% first generation students
• 23% students of color
• 19 students on average per class
• 95% of 2023 graduates employed or in graduate school within 6 months of graduation
• 5,625 degrees awarded since founding

Academic Majors
A growing portfolio of degree programs at OSU -Cascades is designed to meet regional and state industry workforce and economic needs.

Research
Research underway at OSU -Cascades focuses on challenges in energy, the environment, human wellness, social justice and society. Labs at OSU -Cascades include the FORCE biomechanics lab, the Laboratory for the American Conversation and the Sustainable Tourism Laboratory.

Campus Development
OSU -Cascades’ campus development is driven by an award-winning long range development plan and engineering efforts that are transforming brownfields into a thriving university campus. Sustainability plans include net zero energy, waste and water goals. Initial sustainability efforts are seen in geothermal sourced energy to heat and cool buildings, and native plant landscaping requiring little or no irrigation. In addition to an academic core, campus plans includes a 24-acre innovation district, mid-market affordable housing, and 10-miles of walking/biking trails.

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

50% – Patrol

• Provide vehicular, bicycle, and foot patrol of University grounds in an effort to protect life and property and promote safe campus operations. Ensure all buildings are secured as required and assist the Transportation Manager with parking enforcement.
• Perform regularly scheduled fire drills and documents results. Performs regularly scheduled inspections of patrol vehicle and safety equipment ( AED & Fire Extinguishers) and documents results.
• Promote safety and security at special events, including but not limited to providing traffic control, crowd control and security screening.
• Provide information and general assistance to the campus community and the general public.
• Provide walking safety escort for members of the campus community.
• In a courteous and professional manner, determine authorization of persons in buildings; document and report suspicious persons or vehicles, criminal activity, hazards, fire, and property damage and/or loss. Issue Exclusion (Trespass) Notices as required to protect people and property on campus.
• Respond to calls for emergency medical aid and coordinate with emergency services to expedite their response.
• Observe and report potentially hazardous physical conditions; may remedy condition when appropriate (e.g., fallen limbs, debris, damage to streets or sidewalks, etc.); respond to situations representing a threat to persons or property (e.g., break-ins, fights, illicit drug activity, etc.); may intervene to prevent injury, and call for police assistance as necessary; secure scene and may obtain information from involved parties to assist local law enforcement officials.
• Perform courtesy unlocks of buildings and assist motorists with jump start or contacting roadside assistance as appropriate.

20% – Office Duties

• Maintain the shift log for on-duty activities.
• Compose and submit reports for on-duty activities, noting date, time, location and circumstances of all incidents. Report unusual conditions or occurrences to supervisor.
• Provide information or testimony to law enforcement agencies or courts as required.
• Observe and maintain confidentiality regarding all persons and incidents, as required to protect the rights of individuals and the integrity of investigations in accordance with law, rule, policy and procedure.
• Manage the University lost and found property program while on duty.
• Complete assigned departmental projects which could include the development of campus or officer educational training programs, policy or Standard Operating Procedure ( SOP ) development, uniform or equipment acquisition research, scheduling of training, or other supervisor assigned projects

15% – Enforce University Rules and Regulations

• Enforce guidelines and limitations established by management including but not limited to: Skateboard Policy, Speech Policy, Alcoholic Beverage Policy, parking enforcement and Bicycle Regulations. Refer violators to the student conduct process, University management or local law enforcement as necessary and appropriate to the person’s status.
• Assist Resident Assistants and other University Residential Education and Housing professional staff in the performance of their duties; to include the enforcement of University Residence Hall regulations and policies on Alcohol and Marijuana possession and confiscation.

5% – Assist Facilities Services

• Assist, as needed, with snow removal, de-icing, office moves and other services as required. Issue identification cards to staff, faculty, students, and contractors; issue physical keys for building access to students, employees, and contractors; input electronic access permissions and attributes for system users; set building electronic door locks.
• Assist in the development and delivery of campus crime prevention, medical (1st Aid/ CPR / AED ), Resident Assistant and emergency management training for the University.

5% – Other Duties as Assigned

• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor, as related to position

What You Will Need

• Be at least twenty-one years of age;
• Possess and maintain a current, valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days of appointment to the position;
• Possess and maintain first aid, AED and CPR certification, or obtain within 30 days of appointment to the position;
• Possess and maintain certification for Law Enforcement Data Systems ( LEDS ), or obtain within 90 days of appointment to the position;
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent;
• Must successfully pass a comprehensive background assessment that includes: criminal history check; driving record review; medical examination; psychological evaluation; drug screening; and an inclusive appraisal of work history.
• Understand and demonstrate knowledge of OSU - DPS administrative policies, procedures, rules and guidelines within 6-month trial service period;
• Computer/software literacy; training in or experience with e-mail, Internet, word processing and spreadsheets, preferable with MS Office Suite products.
• One year of full-time (or full-time equivalent) experience in a security, military or similar position in which contemporary knowledge and techniques in security and property protection were applied.
• Demonstrated ability to promote and enhance diversity through equitable and respectful engagement with individuals from diverse backgrounds in a campus safety or public service setting, including during patrols, crisis response, and community outreach.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Possess and maintain OC Spray, and Handcuffing certification, or obtain within 30 days of appointment to the position.
• 1 year of prior experience in campus public safety, security, law enforcement, or military police with general patrol functions such as: emergency response, incident report writing, incident investigation, contact with violators, enforcement of rules, policies or laws.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

• Position hiring for is expected to work midnight/third shift. Working conditions include working outside in various weather conditions to perform vehicle patrol, foot patrol and bicycle patrol.
• Must be available to work all shifts: day, swing, and night.
• Working Schedule: 4/10 hour days, or 5/8 hour days plus any emergency and on call responses. (Shift and/or work assignment maybe changed based on operational needs. Public Safety is a seven day a week operation, as a result, weekends and holiday work maybe required).
• Employee carries a cell phone during all working hours.
• Work in an all-hazards environment that includes, but not limited to, loud noises, bright lights, smoke, noxious odors, heights, confined spaces, hazardous materials such as chemicals and body fluids, hostile confrontations, physical arrests of persons, serious injuries or death, and the keeping and maintaining of confidential information.

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Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

For additional information please contact:
Johana Hernandez
[e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Must successfully pass a comprehensive pre-employment background assessment that includes at a minimum: criminal history check; driving records; medical examination; psychological evaluation; drug screening; national fingerprint CJIS check and an inclusive appraisal of work history.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [e-mail]

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed)

Notice of Availability:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing [e-mail] .