Campus Safety Officer

To provide service, information and aid to all citizens as circumstances require, assist and support victims of crime when directed by a supervisor, deter crime through constant uniformed presence, take non-criminal reports, and observe and report safety issues on campus. Serves as a Campus Security Authority as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).

Responsible for the safety and welfare of students, faculty, staff, visitors, and all property under the control and jurisdiction of Lamar University. Exercises independent judgment and discretion within the limits prescribed by the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Regents, institutional rules and regulations, and the Lamar University Police Departmental policies and procedures.

• Perform security and safety duties on the property of Lamar University.
• Preserve the safety and security by interceding to prevent or deter crime.
• Investigate non‑criminal incidents to detect safety or security issues and lost property.
• Prepare written reports narrating incidents, supplemental information, and non‑criminal activities.
• Give credible and accurate testimony in the criminal courts of this state and the United States if required.
• Provide assistance and support to the victims of crime and to all students, faculty, staff, and visitors to the Lamar University campus.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Proficient with all equipment utilized in the performance of assigned duties, including but not limited to handcuffs, oleoresin capsicum spray, public safety vehicles, communications equipment, computers, investigative and surveillance equipment.

• Enrolled in classes at Lamar University to complete a degree.
• Experience in a safety and security position with similar duties.

Proficiency in all phases of duties performed. Must demonstrate logical and effective problem‑solving ability and be able to provide credible testimony in a court of law.

Duties involve driving, walking, running, standing, stooping, climbing, crouching, pushing, jumping over, pulling, carrying, reaching above head, lifting, lowering, hand‑wrist and elbow motion, grasping, and holding. Good physical condition and vision, ability to hear and speak, and full use of arms and legs.

Usual:
Exposure to outdoor weather conditions. May be required to work day or night on any one of three shifts with varying days off and on holidays. Work may involve a degree of hazard.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• State of Texas retirement plans.
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents.
• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

Home to more than 18,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of the Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance. The university is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where everyone can learn, work, and become part of the community.