Campus Safety Responder

Key Responsibilities Position Duties

• The Campus Safety Responder communicates and interacts effectively with a diverse group of students, faculty and staff and student groups to promote an inclusive campus community culture and participates in outreach and communication efforts.
• Provide excellent customer service in a friendly, courteous and professional manner with a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
• Exhibit professionalism and good judgment in daily interactions with students, faculty, staff and visitors, and be a positive representative and ambassador of the campus administration.
• Promote safety and act as a safety ambassador for the university.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Patrol and inspect university buildings and grounds for trespassers, prowlers, fire, property damage, or other irregularities at all times (when not performing other work-related duties) by foot, bicycle, or vehicle ensuring that exterior and perimeter security doors are closed and locked and respond to alarms 43% Operate department communication equipment; answer telephone inquiries; receive reports of criminal activity; monitor camera and alarm systems;
  
  prepare, type, and distribute reports 25%
• Conduct safety escorts on and around campus 10%
• Initiate and complete reports using a computerized reporting system when assigned; maintain logs of activities, communicate with departmental supervisors via email 10%
• Assist university, city or county law enforcement and state patrol in cases of emergency 5%
• Admit staff, faculty, and students to classrooms, offices, etc. 5%
• Direct and regulate traffic, issue parking citations; administer first aid; locate witnesses; appear in court as required 2%

Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department.

High School graduation or equivalent;
Possession of a valid driver’s license;
No previous felony convictions;
Two years of full-time college in police science or allied field OR two years of police or campus security experience

Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work well with, and be sensitive to, people from diverse backgrounds and people of all ages. The ability to remain courteous and considerate while working in demanding and stressful situations; a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and to maintain strong collaborative relationships with other offices on campus.

Strong problem-solving ability and resourcefulness; must be able to confront others and defuse situations in a polite and professional manner and counsel those in crisis situations. Ability to access and respond to email messages using Outlook and written documents using Microsoft Word

Experience as a police officer or security officer, preferably in a college setting. Training/experience with fire, burglar and door key card access systems, computerized security systems, emergency phone systems, radio communication systems, and CCTV systems. Customer relations and/or public speaking experience. Familiarity and understanding of modern security technology applications and operations.

Must maintain a valid WA state driver’s license at all times. Campus Safety Responders are on duty 24 hours a day, most days of the year. Must be flexible for scheduling. Work shift may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be able to quickly respond to emergency situations – including some running, biking, and climbing of several flights of stairs. Must maintain physical stamina and preparedness to satisfactorily and expeditiously respond to emergency situations throughout duration of employment.

Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications (including use of AED) within six months of hire. Frequent walking: approximately 5.5 hours per shift. Occasionally standing in place: up to 2.5 hours per shift. Regular climbing: climb stairs as part of patrol duties particularly if an elevator is out of service or to clear a building during an emergency.…