Campus Security Officer Temporary (C)

Edmonds College • Lynnwood, WA

31d • Onsite

About The Position

Edmonds College is recruiting multiple candidates to fulfill our Campus Security Officer positions. The Campus Security Officer provides general security, public safety and other customer services to the college community. Officers are expected to perform general duty security work to protect life and property, enforce laws and ordinances, and maintain order. Officers patrol the campus on foot and in a vehicle; conduct security inspections, building lockups and escorts for community members; respond to incidents, accidents, and other emergencies and are responsible for administering CPR and First Aid; respond to fire and intrusion detection alarms, taking action as required; and assisting motorists with dead batteries and other issues. Officers may conduct preliminary investigations of college violations and non-criminal incidents. This is a Non-permanent (9-month contract with possibility of extension up to 18months) classified position reporting to the to the Director of Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness (SSEP) For information on applying, please see Application Procedures and Required Documents, below. Applications received by December 1, 2025 5PM PST will receive priority consideration. The position is open until filled.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Two years of full-time college education in police science, safety, or emergency management or a related field, or two years of police, military police or physical security experience, or equivalent mix of education/experience.
• You must document your citizenship or employment authorization within three days of hire.
• Criminal background check. Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant¿s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• All new positions are contingent upon funding.
• Complete, sign, and submit Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct

Nice To Haves

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Effective verbal communication skills including face to face and via telephone and portable radio.
• Effective written communication skills.
• Desire to meet and maintain the high standards set by the Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness Department
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively during stressful situations and manage stress appropriately.
• Ability to prioritize unplanned but required job duties with ongoing confirmed deadlines; flexible.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to surroundings.
• Exhibit ability to work effectively with populations representing diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and abilities.
• Effectively use a computer for word processing, web activities, and written communication via email.
• Trained in defensive tactics, and de escalation skills, or willing to learn and practice these skills.
• Knowledge of fire extinguishers, National Incident Management System (NIMS), electronic lock systems, CCTV, and the Jeanne Clery Act.

Responsibilities

• perform general duty security work to protect life and property
• enforce laws and ordinances
• maintain order
• patrol the campus on foot and in a vehicle
• conduct security inspections, building lockups and escorts for community members
• respond to incidents, accidents, and other emergencies and are responsible for administering CPR and First Aid
• respond to fire and intrusion detection alarms, taking action as required
• assisting motorists with dead batteries and other issues
• conduct preliminary investigations of college violations and non-criminal incidents

Benefits

• full state benefits package, which includes tuition waivers for college classes, medical, dental, retirement options, and more
• Vacation and leave package includes 12 sick days per year, 11 scheduled holidays, 1 personal holiday, 3 personal leave days, and 14 vacation days per year (with incremental increases to 24 vacation days per year).
• This position is overtime eligible and when officers are scheduled to work holidays they receive Holiday pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees