Campus Public Safety Officer

Seattle University

7d • $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Public Safety Officer is a vital member of our campus Public Safety team and serves as the first responder for the university under the direction of the Public Safety Supervisor or their designee. This dynamic, active role requires vigilance, quick decision-making, and engagement with the campus community. The Public Safety Officer is a uniformed, non-commissioned officer position that actively patrols campus grounds, provides essential medical and security aid, coordinates emergency services, documents critical incidents, and ensures the safety and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This role is deeply focused on community service and mental health support, as well as providing assistance to the greater campus community. The Campus Public Safety Officer maintains a shift schedule that includes coverage during campus closures and holidays. Officers work collaboratively in teams of 5-6 personnel, including a supervisor and dispatcher. Our department is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Officers are assigned to one of our teams. Teams rotate between day and night shifts every six months to ensure balanced coverage.

Requirements

• High school diploma and one or more years of previous security experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, walking and running significant distances; restrain and take into custody another person; receive university sponsored self defense training; lift or otherwise move up to the weight of a person; climb stairs; occasionally work at heights above 30 feet. Must be able to perform duties in confined spaces and varying outdoor weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, in both oral and written form, including use of two-way radio, telephone, and in face-to-face contacts. Must be able to give or take direction in stressful or emergency situations.
• Must be at least twenty-one years of age in order to legally enter a licensed or unlicensed drinking establishment to enforce rules and regulations.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license required.
• Certification in CPR and First Aid required within three months of hire.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• All candidates must show a demonstrated commitment to diversity and the university’s mission, vision, and values.
• All positions at Seattle University require a criminal history background check.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Higher education experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive patrols to monitor security, prevent incidents, and ensure campus safety.
• Respond to non-emergency requests, provide campus escorts, and assist with general security concerns.
• Operate the communications center, including monitoring safety systems, CCTV, dispatching responders, and keeping records.
• Uphold Seattle University policies while maintaining a customer-service-focused approach.
• Serve as the first responder to emergencies, including medical incidents, accidents, and security threats.
• Provide immediate medical assistance and coordinate emergency services (EMS, fire, law enforcement).
• Document and maintain accurate records of incidents, ensuring compliance with legal and institutional policies.
• Operate the campus Public Safety communications center
• Monitor security and fire life safety systems and dispatch responders as needed
• Answer and triage campus emergency line calls, remaining calm and coordinating appropriate response
• Maintain computer-aided dispatch program to track calls, incidents, and officer activity
• Utilize campus video surveillance system to deter and respond to incidents
• Offer support and guidance to students and staff, focusing on mental health and well-being.
• Collaborate with other Seattle University departments to enhance campus safety and services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your total compensation package.
• Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person.
• Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs.
• Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage.
• Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%.
• You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events.
• Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees