Campus and Event Safety​/Security Officer; Boise

Campus and Event Safety/Security Officer (Boise)

Position Title Campus and Event Safety/Security Officer (Boise)

Location

Division/College DFA Operations

Department Security

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Pay Range $20.00 per hour

Full Time/Part Time Part Time

Work Schedule Summary Monday – Thursday 4:00pm-9:00pm schedule. This schedule will also include events as needed.

This position oversees and implements university safety and security policies to create a safe and secure environment for the university community both day-to-day and during event operations. This position also plays a key role in establishing and strengthening relationships with on-campus and off-campus stakeholders through providing exemplary customer service. May be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or university closure.

Duties may include:

• Conduct general security patrol on campus and at events and report emergencies to university, city or state officials
• Assist with Safe Walks, extra patrol requests, building lockouts and on-call notifications
• Enforce university alcohol policies
• Monitor access control, check credentials, check tickets and enforce clear bag requirements
• Other duties as assigned

• Operating metal detectors and executing the metal detection screening process
• Enforcing university alcohol policies at events, including verifying age requirements and wrist banding patrons
• Enforcing access control at events by checking credentials, tickets, etc.
• Enforcing university clear bag requirements and checking bags as necessary
• Conducting general security patrol at events and reporting any emergencies to the necessary university, city or state officials

• Providing security services across campus as assigned including campus patrols, Safe Walks, extra patrol requests, building lockouts, on-call notifications, etc.
• Keeping a daily activity log
• Reporting emergencies to the necessary university, city and state officials

• Accepting additional responsibilities and assignments as directed
• Making recommendations and assisting in the optimal use of university resources

• Using computer software and applications including word-processing software, spreadsheets, email and internet
• Working in a team environment to accomplish shared goals
• Following documented policies and procedures
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be able to work a non-standard schedule to meet the needs of the department

• Knowledge of safety and security operations and best practices
• One year experience as a safety/security officer
• Demonstrated competence with written and verbal communication

• Move around and between venues throughout the workday
• Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 40 pounds occasionally
• Bend, stoop, shovel and be comfortable working at significant heights
• Traverse any part of campus including asphalt, sidewalks, grass, dirt, playgrounds, etc.
• Sit and stand for extended periods of time
• Work in inclement weather conditions

Posting Date: 11/26/2025

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes

Please submit a current resume, and references (last 3 supervisors).

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check.

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.