Campus Security Officer

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ABOUT WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY

Willamette University is a nationally-renowned private liberal arts university with graduate programs in business, law, data science, and fine arts. Founded in 1842, Willamette is the first university established in the western U.S. located in the heart of the PNW. Campuses are located in both Salem and Portland, Oregon close to the Oregon Coast, Cascade Mountains, and vibrant cities of the Pacific Northwest.

The university motto, "Not unto ourselves alone are we born," captures the essence of this distinguished university. It speaks to the commitment to community service, to the extraordinary collaboration between faculty and students, and to the tradition of service and civic engagement that is typical of Willamette alumni.

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Position Summary:

Campus Safety officers are responsible for helping ensure the safety and security of Willamette University's students, employees, visitors, and property during their assigned shifts. They deal with all violations of law and campus policy in an appropriate and equitable manner and positively engage with diverse individuals and groups in support of an inclusive environment.

The Campus Safety Officer position reports to the Associate Director of Campus Safety. This position is responsible for responding to situations utilizing a set of well-defined policies, procedures, and expectations. Must be able to perform duties with independence. Provides direction and supervision to work-study students but has no formal responsibility for supervision. Public relations are an important part of this position. Requires strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills to exchange information with individuals both inside and outside the University. Requires an understanding of a culturally diverse community and the need to interact in a manner that fosters positive relationships in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Campus Safety officers are responsible for helping ensure the safety and security of Willamette University's students, employees, visitors, and property during their assigned shifts.

• Patrol university grounds and facilities to ensure a safe and secure environment, including on foot and in vehicles, patrol campus facilities, parking lots, grounds, and the interior of all buildings on campus.

• Monitor all activity and confront any suspicious behavior on Campus.

• Escort visitors and intruders off campus if required.

• Issue citations and warnings to violators.

• Interview individuals involved in incidents, gather information and write reports on crimes, violence, vandalism, fires, and other illegal activities on campus. Give accounts of people involved, who are affected, and what measures were taken to minimize or eliminate the incidents.

• Respond quickly to all calls to Campus Safety for assistance and contact local Police, Fire, or Medical personnel when necessary.

• Provides medical care at the basic first aid/CPR/AED level as provided by the American Red Cross or its equivalent. Coordinates with medical responders when a higher level of care is required.

• Responds to notifications from the security and fire alarms across campus that are monitored by campus Safety.

• Contribute to the support and implementation of the University Strategic Plan.

• Adhere to University policies and procedures.

• Updates daily activity logs as needed and in a timely manner; completes written incident and investigative reports in a timely, clear, and well-written manner.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must meet minimum criteria for certification by the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training, which requires candidates to be 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, and be free from any felony criminal convictions.

• Minimum of two years experience in a security position or two years of college-level law enforcement or criminal justice courses And/ Or any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the position's essential functions.

• Ability to operate a computer, with demonstrated skills in Outlook, Word, Excel, and other security-related programs.

• Valid driver's license within 60 days of hire.

• CPR/AED Certification or obtain within 90 days of employment.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are necessary, as well as the ability to actively communicate with various constituents, including faculty, staff, administration, and the general public.

• Demonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively solve problems and initiate and implement projects independently.

• Ability to multi-task with accuracy and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience working with diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Customer service experience.

• Experience working in a security-related field.

• Experience working at a college or university.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Requires standing for long periods of time and taking many stairs/runs as part of your regular patrol duties.

• Requires to kneel/crawl, twist, lift, carry, push, and pull objects that weigh up to 50 pounds.

Salary: $23.46/ hour

You will need to upload the following documents as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section labeled Resume:

• Cover letter addressing the required/desired qualifications and presenting any other applicant characteristics which deserve emphasis

• Current Resume

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as received until the position is filled.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, WU is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically under-represented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENT:

All University positions require that candidates submit to a criminal conviction record check prior to hire. Conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being hired. Nature of conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.