Campus Safety Officer

Campus Safety Officer

Posting Number: R0003476
Location: Salem Campus

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Position Summary:
Campus Safety officers are responsible for helping ensure the safety and security of Willamette University's students, employees, visitors and property during their assigned shift. They deal with all violations of law and campus policy in an appropriate and equitable manner and positively engage with diverse individuals and groups in support of an inclusive environment.

This position is responsible for responding to situations utilizing a set of well-defined policies, procedures and expectations. Must be able to perform duties with independence. Provides direction and supervision to work-study students but has no formal responsibility for supervision. Public relations are an important part of this position. Requires strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills to exchange information with individuals both inside and outside the University. Requires an understanding of a culturally diverse community and the need to interact in a manner that fosters positive relationships in respectful, equitable and inclusive ways.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• Actively engages in patrol activities to ensure the security of the Willamette University campus. Personally inspects areas of campus to ensure that buildings are secured according to schedule.
  
• Renders first aid and takes appropriate action for further medical assistance as required. Contacts emergency responders as required.
  
• Provides escort services for visitors, students, staff, and faculty, as necessary; provides other public assistance, such as lockout services, jump-starts, and routine information.
  
• Assists at University functions to secure peace and safety. Investigates and documents unsafe conditions, damage to University property and persons engaging in criminal activities.
  
• Issues trespass warnings and takes necessary actions with persons committing crimes or violations of University policy.
  
• Investigates vehicle and other accidents occurring on University property.
  
• Patrols University parking lots and issues citations for violations.
  
• Unlocks secured areas for authorized personnel and assists persons needing information and directions.
  
• Prepares reports using a computer.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. High School diploma or GED is required.
  
• Minimum of two years experience in a security position (or two years college level law enforcement or criminal
  
  justice courses) required.
  
• Valid Oregon Driver's license, clean driving record and ability to be insured.
  
• Must meet minimum criteria for certification by the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training, which
  requires candidates be 21 years of age, high school diploma or GED, and free from any felony criminal
  convictions.
  

All University positions require that candidates submit to a criminal conviction record check prior to hire. Conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being hired. Nature of conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.

You will need to upload the following two documents as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section labeled Resume:

• Cover letter addressing the required/desired qualifications and presenting any other applicant characteristics which deserve emphasis
  
• Current Resume
  

​Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed beginning March 5.



Apply online at https://willamette.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/willametteuniversityjobs/job/Salem-Campus/Campus-Safety-Officer_R0003476

Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, WU is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically under-represented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.

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