Security Officer

Under the general supervision of the Chief of Campus Facilities, patrol, observe and check District facilities, parking lots and adjacent areas; provide safe and secure environment for students, staff, visitors and property; enforce applicable laws and ordinances.

• Patrol District facilities and campuses before, during and after regular business hours by vehicle and on foot; take appropriate action following District policy to ensure public safety.
• Guard, check and secure doors, rooms, buildings and equipment; answer and respond to alarms and emergency calls; answer questions and direct visitors.
• Report hazardous or unusual conditions or malfunctions observed; guard against and inspect for vandalism, illegal entry, theft and fire; maintain high visibility in assigned areas to prevent campus violations and crimes.
• Escort unauthorized individuals from campus; identify, observe and question individuals on campus premises when their presence is questionable; contact local law enforcement officials and agencies in investigation and apprehension of persons involved in violations.
• Take incident reports or complaints from students, District personnel and the public for further action; conduct routine investigations and write reports on incidents.
• Receive and respond to requests for help and assistance for ill, injured or handicapped persons; administer basic first aid according to established guidelines.
• Operate equipment used for communications, patrol vehicles and other assigned equipment.
• Turn lights on and off; lock and unlock doors; set and turn off intrusion alarm systems; provide security services for special events; control traffic and place traffic barricades as appropriate.
• Enforce parking regulations on campus and issue parking citations as necessary.
• Maintain friendly and supportive atmosphere in a service‑oriented environment.
• Utilize a computer‑based log and incident reporting system to record and track campus incidents.
• Serves as primary point of contact for all alarms involving fire and security systems.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Minimum of one (1) year college coursework in a security related field and two (2) years experience in an area of security service; preferably in a public service agency.
• Complete training course for school security officers required by California Education Code 72330.5 within nine months of hire date. (District supplied).
• Complete Basic First Aid within six months of hire date.

• Valid California Driver's License.
• Current Cardio‑Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card, including Automatic External Defibrillator (AED).
• Acceptable driving record and qualify for insurability by the District's insurance carrier.
• May be required to receive Hepatitis B vaccine.

• Methods, practices, terminology and procedures used in public safety activities.
• Basic computer operation; be able to read and send e‑mails, check work orders, and perform internet research.
• Basic record keeping and report writing techniques.
• Basic first aid, CPR, and AED.
• The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.
• Megan's Law.

• Patrol, observe and monitor assigned campus and District facilities, parking lots and adjacent areas.
• Operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner.
• Provide safe and secure environment for students, staff, visitors and property.
• Enforce applicable laws and ordinances.
• Learn security procedures and utilize sound judgment in emergency situations; call emergency services and/or Sheriff's office as necessary.
• Perform first aid and Cardio‑pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), including Automatic External Defibrillators (AED).
• Learn applicable District rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Communicate tactfully and effectively with students, staff and the public.
• Observe and retain names, faces and details of occurrences.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Inspect and check the security of doors, windows and gates.
• Prevent entry and report presence of unauthorized persons on grounds or in buildings.
• Prepare…