"Campus Security Officer"

Job Description

Edmonds College is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. The college values its talented, diverse workforce and seeks to attract, hire, and support employees who consistently and actively embrace diversity and equity. Edmonds College is an equal opportunity employer. Edmonds College invites all individuals to apply and as an equal opportunity employer, we also encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and groups to apply for this position.

SALARY:

$47,988 - $54,204

LOCATION:

Lynnwood, Washington

DESCRIPTION:

Edmonds College is recruiting for a Campus Security Officer position. The Campus Security Officer provides general security, public safety and other customer services to the college community. Officers are expected to perform general duty security work to protect life and property, enforce laws and ordinances, and maintain order. Officers patrol the campus on foot and in a vehicle; conduct security inspections, building lockups and escorts for community members; respond to incidents, accidents, and other emergencies and are responsible for administering CPR and First Aid; respond to fire and intrusion detection alarms, taking action as required; and assisting motorists with dead batteries and other issues. Officers may conduct preliminary investigations of college violations and non-criminal incidents. Edmonds College invites all individuals to apply and as an equal opportunity employer, we also encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and groups to apply for this position. This is a classified position reporting to the Director of Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness (SSEP). For information on applying, please see Application Procedures and Required Documents, below. Position is open until filled.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Two years of full-time college education in police science, safety, or emergency management or a related field, or two years of police, military police, or physical security experience, or equivalent mix of education/experience. (See Conditions of Employment section for additional requirements.)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Effective verbal communication skills including face to face and via telephone and portable radio.
• Effective written communication skills.
• Desire to meet and maintain the high standards set by the Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness Department.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively during stressful situations and manage stress appropriately.
• Ability to prioritize unplanned but required job duties with ongoing confirmed deadlines; flexible.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to surroundings.
• Exhibit ability to work effectively with populations representing diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and abilities.
• Effectively use a computer for word processing, web activities, and written communication via email.
• Trained in defensive tactics, handcuffing, and de-escalation skills, or willing to learn and practice these skills.
• Knowledge of fire extinguishers, National Incident Management System (NIMS), electronic lock systems, CCTV, and the Jeanne Clery Act.

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions. Physical strength, agility, and stamina are essential to the performance of security officer responsibilities, including the ability to climb stairways up to five flights carrying a fire extinguisher and/or first aid equipment. This ability may be tested as a condition of employment. The ability to observe and monitor people's behavior to determine compliance with prescribed standards is essential. Patrolling campus on foot and in a motor vehicle, requiring a standard driver's license, and a clean driving record is required. Excellent communication skills are essential. This includes the ability to speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English and will include communication with people for whom English is not their first language. This also includes the ability to produce clearly written documents. Those who are multilingual are strongly encouraged to apply.

WORK SCHEDULE:

This is a full-time classified position. 40 hours per week with occasional overtime opportunities. SSEP is an around the clock operation, utilizing several shifts to cover security needs 7 days a week 24 hours a day 365 days a year. The schedule for this position is still to be determined, but will vary due to department needs.

COMPENSATION:

Salary range 46. The salary range is $47,988 - $54,204 annually with progressive increases to $64,440, plus a full state benefits package, which includes tuition waivers for college classes, medical, dental, retirement options, and more. Vacation and leave package includes 12 sick days per year, 11 scheduled holidays, 1 personal holiday, 3 personal leave days, and 14 vacation days per year (with incremental increases to 24 vacation days per year). Experience and training will be considered in salary placement. This position is overtime eligible and when officers are scheduled to work holidays they receive Holiday pay.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• You must document your citizenship or employment authorization within three days of hire.
• Criminal background check. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• All new positions are contingent upon funding.
• At this time, Edmonds College does not sponsor H1-B Visas.
• Complete, sign, and submit Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

All applicants must apply online. No paper submissions or emailed materials will be accepted. Your online application must include the following documents in order to be complete: Responses to supplemental questions (part of the online application). (These questions reflect the required and desired qualifications and are used in the screening process. Please provide thorough responses.) Current resume. Names and contact information for three references. For veterans' preference, please scan and attach your DD214, Member-4 Form. Supplemental Questions: Share a work experience you engaged in that highlights your knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion. How was this experience beneficial to you and/or your team? What sort of challenges did you encounter? Please describe how your education and work experience make you a good candidate for this position?