"Linfield Public Safety Officer I"

Job Details

Job Location

McMinnville Campus - McMinnville, OR

Description

Job Title: Campus Public Safety Officer

Job Summary: Join our team at Linfield University as a Campus Public Safety Officer, where you'll play a crucial role in providing safety and security services to our campus community. You'll be responsible for various duties including emergency response, patrolling campus grounds, enforcing university policies, and ensuring a safe environment for all. If you're passionate about keeping others safe and thrive in dynamic environments, we want you on our team.

Work Schedule: Flexible schedule with occasional shift rotations to accommodate varying assignments.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Patrol campus premises via vehicle, foot, or bicycle to deter crime and enforce parking policies.
• Engage with individuals on campus to ensure they have legitimate reasons for being on university property.
• Conduct regular checks of buildings and grounds to maintain safety and security.
• Respond to calls for service, incidents, accidents, and potential crimes.
• Document incidents and conduct follow-up investigations as needed.
• Assist with crowd control and traffic management during university events.
• Collaborate with other campus departments and emergency services to provide support and assistance.
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Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED with at least one year of safety/security experience or equivalent training.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Clear and effective communication abilities, both oral and written.
• Ability to remain composed and diffuse tense situations.
• Quick and objective decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with investigative procedures and documentation.
• Proficiency in computer operations.
• Oregon DPSST certification as an unarmed private security professional (or obtainable within 90 days).
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification (or obtainable within 90 days).
• Valid Oregon driver's license with a good driving record.
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Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in various weather conditions.
• Capable of constant observation, communication, and physical exertion.
• Comfortable with lifting up to 100 pounds, operating vehicles, and being at risk for bodily harm in the line of duty.
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If you're ready to make a difference in campus safety and security, apply now to join our dedicated team of professionals at Linfield University.