Community Safety and Crisis Response Coordinator

Community Safety and Crisis Response Coordinator

Department:
University Housing
Appointment Type and Duration:
Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $45,000 - $55,000 per year
Compensation Band: OS-OA04-Fiscal Year
FTE: 1.0

Application Review Begins:
April 13, 2026; position open until filled

This role serves as a Campus Security Authority and ensures the safety and security of residence halls and students on campus. Responsibilities include conducting safety rounds, providing direct support for students’ mental and physical well‑being, conflict mediation and de‑escalation, and enforcing policies outlined in the University Housing Contract and Community Standards. The Coordinator collaborates with Residence Life staff and campus partners such as the Dean of Students office, University Counseling Services, and the Police Department.

University Housing, part of the Division of Student Services and Enrollment Management, is dedicated to cultivating inclusive communities and providing a robust living experience. The department supports student success through accessible housing, dining, and academic programs, emphasizing equity, inclusion, responsibility, integrity, innovation, and safety.

• Enforce safety protocols and policies within residence halls.
• Conduct ambulatory safety rounds and provide direct student support.
• Mediates conflicts and de‑escalates potentially volatile situations.
• Collaborate with campus partners to address student concerns.
• Maintain availability during emergencies, including off‑campus on‑call duties.
• Attend required trainings, team meetings, and supervision check‑ins.

• High School Diploma plus one year of professional experience in security, crisis response, or human services.
• Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Psychology, or a related field.

• Ability to foster a socially just, multicultural, and inclusive learning environment.
• Knowledge of student development theory and its application in residential settings.
• Strong relationship building and collaboration with colleagues.
• Capacity to meet the diverse needs of students, particularly underrepresented and underserved populations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Conflict Resolution, or Emergency Management.
• At least two years of experience in a higher education residential setting focused on student conduct or mental health response.

FLSA Exempt:
Yes

All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

The University of Oregon offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off for eligible employees. For more information, visit our website.

The University of Oregon is an equal‑opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The university encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, email us or call .

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law.

In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online.

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