Safety Services Supervisor

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title: Safety Services Supervisor
Posting Number: S1650P
Pay Range: Compensation for this position is expected to range between $31.44 and $33.44 per hour, in alignment with what California Baptist University (CBU) reasonably anticipates paying for this role. The final rate may vary depending on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and prevailing market conditions. In addition to competitive wages, CBU provides a comprehensive and generous benefits package to eligible employees.

Position Summary Information

Summary: Assists the Director and Assistant Director of Safety Services in varied department duties; by ensuring compliance with University policies, local, state, and federal laws and patrolling University property. Responds to emergency calls to protect persons or property from crimes or other hazards. May be assigned to any shift, which could include working holidays and weekends.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

1. Provide first line supervision and guidance to department employees in the performance of their duties, and adherence to University and department policies.
2. Prepare and file daily activity reports with superior officer.
3. Review and approve, or return for correction, investigation reports by employees under immediate supervision.
4. Receive, investigate, and document complaints of poor service, misconduct, or malfeasance by department employees.
5. Respond to emergency and non-emergency radio calls.
6. Attend to emergency requests as they arise and render on-site emergency assistance as required within specified protocol and procedures.
7. Patrol University property, in a vehicle or on foot, to provide security and traffic control, and apprehend suspected violators of the law.
8. Investigate and prepare written reports of crimes, accidents, incidents involving potential University liability, violations of University rules, and/or miscellaneous incidents in accordance with University and department policies.
9. Provide building and facility security, including locking and unlocking of doors and gates.
10. Provide escort and public assistance services to visitors, students, staff, and faculty.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Exercise supervisory oversight in accordance with applicable law and University and department policies. Responsibilities include assisting in interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees within University and department policy; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Other Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability and willingness to live and uphold the University’s Christ-centered mission and values.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of University and department policies beyond that of the Safety Services Officer position.
• Ability to work shift assignments as required by the department, which could include working holidays and weekends.
• Ability to conduct crime deterrence and prevention programs.
• Skill in completing accident and criminal investigations.
• Skill in providing protection services to individuals on campus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, methods, and techniques in area of security function.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Skill in building security and lock procedures.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Ability to make judgment calls on sensitive, confidential issues.
• A thorough knowledge of: Business English and arithmetic; general office methods, procedures and practices.
• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.
• Ability to use independent judgment, and to manage and impart confidential information.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Excellent telephone courtesy, knowledge and experience.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.
• Ability to investigate and analyze information and to draw conclusions.
• Ability to wear a department issued body armor ballistic vest at all times when working in uniform.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit; and requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard or other office equipment. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers; and speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person or over the phone. Moderate physical activity, requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds, or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. Work may involve some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Work also could be performed in a typical interior/office work environment, with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and be currently employed with the CBU Department of Safety Services for a minimum of six months with the most recent Annual Performance Evaluation having no area rated as “Needs Improvement” or lower.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATION / PERMITS: Must possess the following and maintain certification and demonstrated proficiency as a condition of continued employment:

• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Must possess and maintain at employee’s expense a valid California Department of Consumer Affairs Guard Registration Card as a condition of continued employment.
• Must possess and maintain at employee’s expense a valid California Department of Consumer Affairs Firearm permit as a condition of continued employment.

Posting Detail Information

Open Until Filled
Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.calbaptist.edu/postings/10032
Supplemental Questions
1. * Are you a Christian? (Yes/No)
2. * Do you attend church regularly? (Yes/No)
3. If no, please explain.
4. * Are you both familiar with and not in conflict with the fundamental doctrines and practices of the California Southern Baptist Convention as stated in the Baptist Faith and Message dated June 14, 2000? (Yes/No)
Applicant Documents
Required: Resume, Cover Letter, Letter of Reference 1, Letter of Reference 2
Optional: Other Document, Other Document 2