Campus Police Security Officer

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A. Logan College is seeking a Full-time Campus Safety Officer to work in the Campus Police Department. The Campus Safety Officer supports the mission of John

A. Logan College by maintaining a safe, secure, and respectful campus environment for students, employees, and visitors. This position supports proactive campus safety operations, monitors campus conditions, and coordinates with Campus Police and external agencies as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid Illinois driver's license
• Must pass a background check and security clearance
• Must have or obtain an Illinois PERC card within 6 months of hire
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Must be able to perform assigned routine physical inspections of campus safety equipment
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations
• Must be able to complete 8 hours of defensive tactics and de-escalation training annually

• Knowledge of basic security practices, safety regulations, and operational guidelines
• Knowledge of emergency procedures, including medical, fire, and safety protocols
• General knowledge of security technology and ability to use related equipment and tools
• Strong observational skills
• Basic problem-solving skills
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and responsive in high-stress situations

• Campus safety patrol
• Emergency response and incident management
• Security monitoring
• Reporting and documentation
• Community engagement and support
• Collaboration with college departments, students, and external agencies
• Other duties as assigned

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Frequent walking, standing, and patrolling of campus grounds
• May involve exposure to high-stress or rapidly changing situations

Salary: $16.25 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week, overnight shifts

• State Universities Retirement System (SURS)
• Health, vision, and dental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time)
• Paid holidays
• JALC tuition waiver for employee, spouse, and dependent children (after 6 months of employment)
• Free membership to Logan Fitness
• Free JALC library card
• Employee discount to The General Store

If you have questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at , extension 8912, or by emailing human resources.

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A. Logan College is an equal-opportunity employer. John

A. Logan does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.