Campus Safety Officer

Tacoma Community College • Tacoma WA 98466, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The main campus of Tacoma Community College is located on 150 acres upon which are located over 30 buildings with a total area exceeding 479,000 square feet. Located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, just south of Seattle, uniquely nestled between the Olympic mountain range and Mount Rainier. This college occupies one 13,000 square foot satellite campus building in scenic Gig Harbor. Performs general duty security work including the enforcement of laws and ordinances, maintain order, prevent and investigate crime and protect the health and safety of the campus community. This position works under the supervision of the Campus Security Supervisor.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• 2 years full-time college education in police science or closely related field; -OR- 2 years full-time experience in police, security, military, or campus security.
• Possess a current, valid, unrestricted driver's license.
• Must possess a clean driving record with no major violations.
• Possess current CPR & First Aid Certification which includes training on the Automated Electronic Defibrillator or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds ( The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.)
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

• Experience of First Aid/CPR instruction

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service skills in all interactions with students, staff, faculty, and visitors of the college.
• Patrol campus buildings, grounds, and parking lots on foot, by bicycle, or by vehicle to identify unauthorized use of buildings, equipment, or facilities and/or criminal activity, atypical activities, or other irregularities.
• Take appropriate action to correct on-campus situations that could reasonably be considered detrimental or harmful to persons or property.
• Investigate complaints of disturbance, accidents, infractions, and criminal activity occurring on campus and undertake appropriate action or response.
• Lock and unlock campus facilities.
• Maintain lock and unlock schedule for the Security department.
• Activate and deactivate monitored intrusion detection systems.
• Write complex reports documenting actions and maintain accurate records.
• Respond to requests for first aid and support.
• Assess the situation and provide limited first aid support as authorized.
• Request support services such as ambulance, paramedics, fire, etc.
• Provide lifesaving care using an Automated Electronic Defibrillator.
• Issue citations for violations of campus parking and traffic regulations.
• Perform traffic control measures as required.
• Assist in providing emergency notifications to staff, faculty, and students.
• Assist city, county, state, or federal law enforcement personnel to the extent possible within the limits of Campus Security Officers' authority and the law.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Participate in department training.

Benefits

• comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life and long- term disability insurance plans
• vacation, sick and personal leave
• reduced tuition for the employee
• retirement benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED