Campus Security Officer

Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary for this position at the time of its posting. The starting wage rate is $16.97 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data. Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.

The Campus Security Officer 1 serves the various constituencies of Case Western Reserve University in a manner that aligns with the educational philosophy and principles of the institution. The primary objective of the position is to reduce the threat of physical harm, protect university assets, and provide assistance and emergency response services as warranted to visitors and faculty, staff, and students.

• Conduct both mobile and walking patrols of the campus on an assigned shift. Perform walking patrols and thorough security checks of all assigned university facilities to ensure their integrity and safety. Respond promptly and professionally to requests for assistance and emergencies. Provide effective first-responder support in medical emergencies. (35%)
• Enforce the rules, regulations, and policies of the university, and applicable local/state/federal laws, to maintain a peaceful and orderly academic environment. Conduct thorough security checks of all assigned facilities to ensure their integrity and safety. (25%)
• Submit comprehensive written incident reports as assigned. (15%)
• Provide security for public safety, law enforcement, protective service or emergency/general service as instructed. Help provide security coverage for university special events such as athletics or other events requiring coverage. (15%)

• Assist with training newly hired officers. (4%)
• Serve as a driver for the university's Safe Ride evening transport service when required. (4%)
• Perform other security-related duties as assigned. (2%)

Department:
Daily communication with central dispatch via portable radio and telephone. Frequent contact with patrol officers to exchange information.

University:
Daily contact with faculty, staff, and students during regular duties and special events.

External:
Daily contact with the general public during regular duties and special events.

Students:
Daily contact with Case Western Reserve University students during regular duties and special events.

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Experience: Prior security experience preferable. Must pass a thorough background investigation including criminal history. Candidates will be required to undergo psychological screening and a physical agility skills assessment.

Education/Licensing: High school education required, two-year degree in Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice preferred. Possess a valid Ohio operator's license with no significant violations.

• Understand the security function within an educational institution.
• Interact in a sensitive, courteous, and understanding manner with members of the academic community.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiar with and able to operate fire, security, and communications equipment once trained.
• Be able to operate a Ridecell Safe Ride dispatch tablet once trained.
• Demonstrate successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
• Meet consistent attendance requirements.
• Interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.
• Willingness to learn and work with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and technologies.

Exposure to inside and outside environmental conditions. May require reaching, standing, walking, climbing, fingering, grasping and feeling, and the ability to lift or move objects up to 20 pounds. May be exposed to hazardous situations.

Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity at  to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.