"Campus Safety Officer (Non-Sworn)"

Job Details

Campus Safety Officer (Non-Sworn)

Job Type
Full-time

Background:

Saint Mary's College, founded in 1863, is a residential campus located in the Moraga Valley, approximately 20 miles east of San Francisco. Rooted in Catholic, Lasallian, and Liberal Arts traditions, the college serves over 3,100 students from varied backgrounds in both undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers guide the spiritual and academic character of the institution, which is recognized for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and diversity in education.

Position Summary:

Saint Mary's College seeks individuals committed to serving the campus community as Campus Safety Officers. The CSO is responsible for responding to emergencies and service calls, collaborating with other departments, and maintaining high professional standards. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication and writing skills, creative problem-solving, and the ability to work independently while adhering to best practices in security and law enforcement.

Responsibilities:

• Patrol: Conduct routine security patrols across over 400 acres of campus property and off-campus sites, including more than 68 buildings and structures. Duties involve vehicle, foot, and bicycle patrols, responding to emergencies such as fire alarms, medical incidents, and criminal activities, as well as proactive checks for hazardous conditions and policy violations. Officers may assist local police and fire districts and are responsible for documenting their actions in clear, concise reports.
• Dispatch: Receive emergency and non-emergency calls, determine the nature and location of incidents, and dispatch appropriate personnel or agencies. Maintain confidentiality, operate various communication equipment, and manage records and logs for all transmissions and calls. Assist with parking-related matters and lost-and-found items.
• Campus Services: Secure and open campus facilities as scheduled, monitor alarm systems, provide escorts, deliver sensitive materials, offer vehicle jump-starts and lockout assistance, and conduct welfare checks. Officers must handle upset or hostile individuals calmly and professionally, work effectively in confined or distracting environments, and serve as emergency response team members.
• Residence Life Services: Frequently interact with resident students at all hours, perform lockout services when Residence Life is unavailable, respond to disturbances and emergencies in residence halls, and support Residence Life staff. Officers may conduct room searches as needed.
• Traffic and Parking Control: Enforce campus parking regulations, issue citations, tow vehicles, and provide traffic control during events or incidents.
• Administrative Tasks: Perform data entry for parking and incident report systems, complete reports and projects promptly and accurately.
• Training: Maintain all required professional and job-related certifications.

This position requires driving an SMC Vehicle; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check and possess and maintain a current, valid CA driver's license.

Requirements

Education:
REQUIRED: High School or GED, plus at least 30 units of college coursework in Administration of Justice or related field, or 1 year of safety and security experience, and a California State BSIS guard certificate.
PREFERRED: Completed the 24-hr California School Security Guard Training Course or the 832 P.C. 40-hr powers of arrest course in lieu of State Guard Certificate and experience.

Experience: Customer service, security, or experience in a college or university setting preferred.

Skills/Abilities:

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, and other internet and electronic communication applications. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; bilingual abilities are preferred. Knowledge of crime and fire prevention techniques. Physical capacity for job duties including walking, standing, running, lifting, bending, twisting, restraining individuals, and handcuffing.

Licenses & Certifications:
REQUIRED: California Driver's License, Class "C" and must be insurable by the college, current Guard Card issued by CA BSIS with one year of related experience or completion of BSIS 24-hour School Safety Officer Course, and current CPR certificate.
PREFERRED: P.C. 832 certificate (40-hour POA course), which may substitute for CA BSIS certifications.

Other Requirements: Wearing a uniform and handling safety equipment as needed. Willingness to work weekends, holidays, nights, and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Ability to work overtime during emergencies or major campus events and to maintain minimum staffing levels. Sound judgment and the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure, especially when facing verbal hostility. Pre-employment screening may include drug screening, reference checks, physical examination, criminal history background checks, and a complete driving history check.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects and respects the communities we serve.

Salary Description $24.87/hr

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