Campus Security Officer

Rogue Community College•Grants Pass, OR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The position involves performing unarmed, uniformed security patrols and executing crime prevention measures to protect life and property. Moreover, it includes actively supporting student and staff initiatives, cultivating positive community relationships, collaborating with college administrators to address complaints, promptly reporting criminal incidents to local law enforcement, enforcing college policies, and meticulously documenting activities through report writing. The role also encompasses conducting safety and other related inspections to ensure compliance with regulations and mitigate workplace hazards and compliance. This involves identifying potential safety risks, implementing corrective measures as needed, and documenting findings to maintain a safe and secure environment for all stakeholders. The Assistant Director of Risk Management will provide daily supervision.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of one year of experience as a security officer, experience in law enforcement, or military experience.
Only degrees received from an accredited institution will be accepted: accreditation must be recognized by the office of degree authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 348.609.
Final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree.
Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience which ensures the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute for the requirement(s).
Possess exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, enabling effective engagement with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships that foster collaboration and trust within the campus community.
Ability to compose detailed and accurate reports, forms, and memos, showcasing a commitment to clear and transparent communication.
Strong organizational abilities, coupled with a keen attention to detail, ensure efficient management of tasks, schedules, and resources, contributing to maintaining the highest standards of campus security and safety.
Pass a pre-employment work capacity evaluation and criminal background check.
For assignments requiring operation of a motor vehicle, possession of a valid Oregon Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30-days of employment, and maintenance of an acceptable driving record are required.
Must be able to complete a Department Field Training Program upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Completion of college-level coursework in disciplines such as Criminal justice or related fields.
Graduation from a civilian or military law enforcement academy.
Unarmed Professional Security License obtained through the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training from the State of Oregon.

Responsibilities

Provides customer service, information, and assistance to students, staff, faculty, and the general public.
Regularly patrol and inspect college campus buildings and grounds to identify security concerns and areas requiring increased patrol.
Performs thorough investigations, gathering statements and conducting interviews with individuals involved in incidents.
Safeguards the confidentiality of information obtained while fulfilling responsibilities.
Establishes proactive measures to deter and address criminal activity on the college campus, particularly in preventing and mitigating incidents such as trespassing.
Acts promptly to respond to fire, medical, and other emergencies.
Assess the situation, coordinate external assistance if needed, secure hazardous areas, and serve as an initial responder during emergencies.
Assume on-scene incident command responsibilities until higher-ranking authorities arrive, ensuring effective management of the situation.
Participates in emergency preparation drills and evaluations.
Designated as essential personnel, responsible for reporting to work during scheduled and unscheduled college closures as directed.
Conducts and documents scheduled inspections of safety and emergency-related equipment and supplies.
Verify the functionality of various critical items, including but not limited to eye wash stations, emergency showers, first aid kits, bloodborne pathogen kits, fire extinguishers, AEDs, and Narcan kits.
May participate in College committees as assigned.
Engages in professional growth opportunities as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.