Community Service Officer II (Multiple Positions)

Community Service Officer II (Multiple Positions)

Company: The University of Arizona

Job Location: Tucson, 85724

Category: Police and Public Safety

Type: Full-Time

Posting Number: req25449

Department: University Police Department

Location: Tucson Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

Community Service Officers maintain security and safety of people and property on the University of Arizona Tucson area campuses by patrolling in marked department vehicles and enforcing University rules and regulations. Community Service Officers conduct directed as well as self-initiated patrol in order to detect and report suspicious and criminal activity to Dispatch and other field personnel.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Patrols campus on foot, bicycle or marked vehicle checking for fires, vandalism, suspicious activity or persons, and safety/fire hazards. Situations requiring additional assistance will be referred to police.
• Monitors camera footage for criminal activity and reports findings to police.
• Responds to emergency calls for service such as blue light phones, medical injuries and emergencies, minor theft reports, fires, and criminal damage.
• Completes police reports on minor incidents that do not involve felony investigations, including stolen property, found property, lost property, and criminal damage.
• Provides building lock up and security services.
• Provides assistance to motorists and public during special events.
• Directs traffic at special events and accident scenes.
• Collects cash and deposits from Business Affairs to Bursars Office.
• Transports equipment to event staging area during special events.
• Transports vehicles to garage for repair or maintenance service.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Skill in observing situations and detail oriented.
• Skill in talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work rotating shifts/days off and work holidays.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent learning attained through experience required (GED).
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required. Department will consider any relevant volunteer, internship, or applicable experience as it relates towards the position.
• Successfully pass an in-depth background investigation to include passing a polygraph examination.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Protection and Safety

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $16.50 - $20.63

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade: 3

Career Stream and Level: OC2

Job Family: Police & Security

Job Function: Protection & Safety

Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)

Number of Vacancies: 2

Contact Information for Candidates: Lisa Lujano llujano@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume

Special Instructions to Applicant: Once your application is received, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access and complete the Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ). We strongly encourage you to complete and submit the PHQ as soon as possible.