Part-Time Campus Security Officer

Simpson College invites application for a part-time Campus Security Officer. The primary job function is to maintain a standard of safety and security for the campus. Routinely patrol campus and parking lots, assist community members, and enforce the rules and regulations of Simpson College. This is a 12-month part-time (generally three 8-hour shifts/week, including evening, nights & weekends) position.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Interpersonal/communication skills: Position requires above-ordinary courtesy and tact to communicate effectively with diverse individuals in routine, high stress, and emergency situations. Also requires abilities to de-fuse emotionally charged situations and to write clearly.

• Physical fitness: The ability to perform daily activities with endurance and strength, such as standing or walking and lifting.

• Problem-solving: The ability to find quick solutions to issues, react appropriately in stressful situations, and pay attention to details on rounds and when investigating.

• Teamwork: The ability to work well in a team or alone and to be dependable.

• Knowledge: Knowledge of standard security & safety protocols, legal guidelines, & relevant computer applications. Ability to type routine correspondence, forms, and use computer files/programs.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of first aid and CPR
• Comfortable handling confidential information
• Experience using computer programs such as Word, Outlook, Teams, and Excel

Preferred Experience:

• Previous work in security

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk long distances for long periods of time, ability to swiftly when needed.
• Some Lifting isrequired.