Proactive Campus Safety Officer

Biola University, Inc.; La Mirada (CA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Biola University is seeking a Campus Safety Officer to protect university property and community members. The role involves proactive patrols, responding to emergencies, initial investigations, and delivering exceptional customer service while supporting community policing and outreach.

Requirements include a valid California driver's license, proactive mindset, strong communication, and the ability to work outdoors. The position is full-time, non-exempt and based on Biola's La Mirada campus.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid California driver license and be able to operate Campus Safety vehicles.
• Must be proactive and self-driven.
• Must have excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Must have strong critical thinking and decision-making abilities.
• Must interact well with a diverse university population and solve problems.
• Must be team oriented.
• Must be physically capable of assisting in rescues on campus.
• Must be able to patrol on foot and make arrests if needed.
• Must adhere to Biola’s Christian principles and campus values.
• Must work outdoors in inclement weather for extended periods.
• Must pass oral interview and HR tests and background check.

Responsibilities

• Interact positively with campus community members daily and assist in identifying safety concerns.
• Provide excellent customer-related services to students, faculty, staff and visitors.
• Proactively implement the department’s community policing and outreach program.
• Conduct initial investigations of reported crimes and incidents and testify when necessary.
• Proactively patrol Biola campus properties by varying means (foot, bike, cart, vehicle).
• Investigate campus traffic accidents and prepare accident reports.
• Direct traffic as necessary and assist students, faculty, staff and visitors.
• Respond to and help manage on‑campus emergencies and disasters.
• Conduct tri-annual student safety training and evacuation drills.
• Render first aid/CPR when necessary and respond to medical requests.
• Maintain accurate activity logs and report safety hazards promptly.
• Unlock/secure buildings as directed and enforce applicable policies.

Skills

California driver license

Proactive

Customer service

Critical thinking

Human relations

Team oriented

Rescue capability

Foot patrol / arrests

Christian principles

Outdoor work

Oral interview

HR testing & interview

Background investigation

Job description

Biola University is seeking a Campus Safety Officer to protect university property and community members. The role involves proactive patrols, responding to emergencies, initial investigations, and delivering exceptional customer service while supporting community policing and outreach.

Requirements include a valid California driver's license, proactive mindset, strong communication, and the ability to work outdoors. The position is full-time, non-exempt and based on Biola's La Mirada campus.