Campus Safety Officer

San Joaquin Delta College•Stockton, CA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Safety Officer performs a variety of duties involving enforcement of laws, protection of people and property, and crime prevention within the College’s jurisdiction. The officer helps ensure campus safety and security and assists students, faculty, and staff. This is a non-sworn position with the San Joaquin Delta College Police Department, working at the main campus or Mountain House campus on an assigned shift. Officers may be scheduled for weekends, nights, holidays, rotating shifts, and mandatory overtime. Unlike a sworn Campus Police Officer, a Campus Safety Officer provides protection by observing and reporting unusual or suspicious activity, enforcing District parking regulations, and providing traffic control. The officer receives direction from an assigned Sergeant.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of experience in a qualifying field: law enforcement as a police officer, military police officer, correctional officer, dispatcher, community service officer, POST academy student or graduate, police cadet, security officer, or military service.
Specialized training in law enforcement, security, or a related field.
Valid California driver’s license required at the time of appointment.
Must pass a medical and background investigation.
Knowledge of current methods and equipment used in security work.
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations, including California vehicle and penal codes and campus parking rules.
Ability to follow oral and written directions and communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to respond quickly and calmly and make quick decisions in emergency situations.
Ability to enforce parking and related traffic ordinances; observe and report unusual occurrences and violations; and detect and prevent problems.
Ability to keep records and prepare clear, accurate, grammatically correct written reports.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Ability to meet the College’s physical requirements and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work cooperatively, deal tactfully with others, and provide security services in an educational environment without firearms.
Ability to maintain an appropriate attitude and demeanor consistent with District philosophy.
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, linguistic, and ethnic backgrounds and disabilities of community college students and staff.

Nice To Haves

One year of general clerical experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

Assist with public services, including protecting District buildings and property against fire, intrusion, theft, and vandalism.
Check doors and windows for security, lock doors, and turn out lights.
Monitor issued parking permits and verify that they are current and valid; report use of stolen permits to a supervisor.
Issue parking citations, sanctions, and warnings as appropriate under parking rules and regulations.
Prepare reports for non-injury traffic accidents and minor non-traffic injuries and illnesses.
Report apparent malfunctions of pumps, electrical equipment, and heating equipment.
Provide information to staff, students, and visitors.
Observe and report unusual or suspicious situations.
Write reports on thefts, vandalism, and related incidents.
Check the master calendar to assist with locking and unlocking doors.
Notify the Campus Police Dispatcher when additional assistance is needed.
Operate a two-way radio to communicate with the college base station and other officers.
Testify in court as necessary and serve as a witness for Campus Police concerning observations.
Perform other related duties as assigned.