Safety Services Officer (Eligibility List)

California Baptist University; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

California Baptist University seeks a Safety Services Officer to protect persons and property on campus. Patrols, responds to emergencies, and prepares incident reports across shifts, including holidays and weekends.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of related experience. Strong communication and investigative abilities are essential for access control, escort services, and campus safety operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; and 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Patrols university property in vehicle or on foot to ensure security and traffic control.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency radio calls.
• Gathers and files incident/accident reports and prepares related documents.

Responsibilities

• Patrols University property in vehicle or on foot to provide security and traffic control.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency radio calls.
• Writes incident/accident reports and prepares related documents.
• Provides escort services for visitors, students, staff, faculty, and individuals.
• Ensures building security by locking/unlocking doors.
• Completes daily activity reports for supervisors.

Skills

Patrol security operations

Emergency response

Incident reporting

Public safety communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Incident reporting software

Job description

Safety Services Officer (Eligibility List)

Job Title Safety Services Officer (Eligibility List)

Posting Number

Posting Number S1584P

Pay Range

The compensation for this appointment will range from $25.13 to $25.88 hourly and reflects what California Baptist University reasonably expects to pay for this staff appointment. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to wages, CBU offers a robust suite of employee benefits.

Position Summary Information

Summary

Patrols University property to ensure compliance with university policies, local, state, and federal laws and responds to emergency calls to protect persons or property from crimes or other hazards. May be assigned to any shift, which could include working holidays and weekends.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Patrols University property in a vehicle or on foot to provide security and traffic control.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency radio calls.
• Provides assistance at the scene of first aid incidents/accidents; takes and writes incident/accident reports, including those of missing/stolen property and criminal activity.
• Assists with conducting accident and crime investigations, securing incident scenes, and preparing associated reports and documents.
• Provides escort services for visitors, students, staff, faculty, and individuals, and provides public assistance.
• Provides building security, including locking and unlocking doors.
• Writes and files daily activity report with a superior officer.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Other Knowledge Skills and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Demonstrated ability and willingness to live and uphold the University’s Christ-centered mission and values.
• Ability to work shift assignments as required by the department, which may include working holidays and weekends.
• Ability to conduct crime deterrence and prevention programs.
• Skill in completing accident and criminal investigations.
• Skill in providing protection services to individuals on campus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, methods, and techniques in the area of the security function.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Skill in building security and lock procedures.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Ability to make judgment calls on sensitive, confidential issues.
• A thorough knowledge of Business English and arithmetic, general office methods, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Excellent telephone courtesy, knowledge, and experience.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.
• Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions.
• Ability to wear a department issued body armor ballistic vest at all times when working in uniform.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree ( GED ); and 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Open Date

Open Date 08/05/2025

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Special Instructions to Applicants

State and Federal law permit California Baptist University to discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its purpose. The University does not discriminate contrary to either State or Federal law.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a Christian?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you attend church regularly?
  • Yes
  • No
• If no, please explain (required):

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you both familiar with and not in conflict with the fundamental doctrines and practices of the California Southern Baptist Convention as stated in the Baptist Faith and Message dated June 14, 2000? (Please see above link for more information)
  • Yes (I am familiar and not in conflict)
  • No (I am in conflict or not familiar)