Campus Safety Officer (Part-Time)

Southwestern Oregon Community College•Coos Bay, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Safety Officer promotes the safety and well-being of the College community by utilizing established College policies and procedures and working in accordance with Oregon DPSST Private Security Professional standards. This role involves providing patrol services on campus to ensure the safety and security of staff, students, and the public. The officer observes, reports, and safely intervenes when appropriate, reporting criminal or illegal acts to outside partner agencies. They also respond and take appropriate action in the event of a fire or medical emergency and report to outside partner agencies. This position is open until 11:59 pm on July 23rd, 2026, and is only open to internal applicants (currently employed Classified employees). Internal candidates are interviewed and considered prior to any external candidates in accordance with the current Classified Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED/equivalent.
Three (3) years of experience in either a private or public security position.
Ability to perform all of the duties of the position effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter.
Ability to effectively communicate orally with groups and/or individual, and deal with peers, the public and the community in a positive, empathetic, and professional manner.
Sufficient communication and human relations skills to resolve confrontations and gain cooperation.
Ability to effectively handle possible hostile contacts with individuals on issues of safety and security, parking, student rights, alcohol and drugs, smoking, etc.
Ability to work effectively with populations representing diverse social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds, life experiences and abilities, including community members, students, faculty, and staff.
High level of computer literacy, sufficient to use software such as email, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases to produce correspondence, documents, and reports.
Ability to use Internet, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel as needed.
Able to learn and function in the College’s information management system as well as learn new software as needed.
Ability to follow established college and department procedures and work independently to accomplish those procedures.
Ability to explain established policies and procedures using judgment and diplomacy.
Ability to work independently while exercising judgment during interactions with students, staff, and the public on campus after hours.
Ability to use prudent judgment in dealing with sensitive or emergency situations to avoid dangerous or unpleasant results.
Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and training.
Ability to develop others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.
Models and ensures diversity and cultural competency (respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing, and welcoming cultural differences) in all position responsibilities regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, social class, sexual orientation, ability, nationality, age, language, origin, or employment status.
Working knowledge of the methods and practices of professional security procedures including those used in patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation, and identification of incidents, and safety, fire and intrusion alarm systems.
Working knowledge and understanding of relevant safety laws, regulations, and procedures, including blood borne pathogen procedures and self-defense tactics.
Knowledge and ability to utilize all of the tools and equipment of the position in a safe and responsible manner.
Ability to accurately identify, report, and in some instances correct safety hazards on campus.
Knowledge and ability to administer first aid in emergency situations.
Certification as an unarmed private security professional through the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) before employment begins.
Valid Oregon driver’s license or ability to obtain by date of hire and must meet the College’s insurability requirements associated with driving campus vehicles.
Current First Aid card with CPR/AED certification (or obtain within 60 days of employment).

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
Security experience in a higher education setting.

Responsibilities

Patrol using a motorized vehicle or on foot and inspect campus buildings, grounds, Student Housing, and property for the prevention of theft, fire, vandalism, and personal injury.
Assume responsibility for providing security to students, staff, and the general public on campus.
Provide information and assistance to students, staff, and the general public.
Deliver emergency messages to students and staff as needed.
Survey and note unsafe conditions, taking discretionary measures when necessary.
Conduct targeted patrols in response to specific requests for possible prevention of workplace violence.
Conduct loss prevention patrols and notifications to individuals on campus for asset protection.
Assist in threat management identification, response and de-escalation as necessary.
Patrol college roads and parking areas and warn/cite violators creating hazards by disobeying college traffic and parking regulations.
Contact towing agencies when necessary to maintain fire lanes and parking areas, or other situations creating a hazard to other motorists on campus property.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with staff, students, and the public.
Conduct self in a courteous and professional manner, strictly adhering to college policies and procedures.
Model and support a community oriented policing model.
Unlock buildings and gates as requested by authorized personnel.
Ensure that buildings are secured upon departure of authorized personnel.
Provide assistance for emergencies such as medical and fire; gives emergency first aid which may include CPR and use of an AED; determines if an ambulance or other medical assistance is needed and calls appropriate agency for assistance.
Enforce the Student Conduct Code, College Safety and Security Policies and Procedures, and Student Housing Conduct Code in a proactive manner that educates staff, students, and the public on such policies and procedures.
Report violations of Student Conduct Code, College Safety and Security Policies, and Student Housing Conduct Code, unsafe conditions and illegal criminal acts to lead on duty and/or police agencies as appropriate.
Contact and cooperate with police and/or emergency service agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses as necessary.
May conduct interviews and investigations concerning complaints, accidents, violations of student conduct code or calls for assistance to record information on thefts, physical violence, and other incidents and advises individuals on how to proceed.
Warn persons trespassing or violating college policies and established procedures.
Monitor various types of equipment including sewage treatment pumps.
Provide money drop service, assists in department closures, and escorts individuals to their vehicles upon request.
Accurately complete daily activity logs and prepare handwritten or computer-generated reports for incidents occurring on campus.
Follow safety procedures, follow all building codes and maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner.
Collect and process lost and found items.
Performs Other Duties and Special Projects as Required/Assigned