Campus Safety Officer

This position performs routine security checks and patrolling of all CTC property, including on-campus housing, dormitories, grounds, vehicles and buildings, and ensures the safety and welfare of the campus community before, during, and after normal business hours. The role reports suspicious activity directly to the CTC police officer on duty and assists officers as needed and requested. The position does not require the power of arrest and may require rotating shifts, weekends, nights, and holidays.

• High School Diploma or GED required. Some college preferred.
• Six months security officer/guard experience required. Prior military experience accepted in exchange for security experience.
• Basic knowledge of closed circuit TV systems operations, including recording and monitoring.
• Basic knowledge of PC, operating systems, and word processing.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, including use of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure.
• Ability to complete written incident reports or campus accident reports for public or risk management.
• Knowledge of campus rules and regulations, including CTCD safety policies, student code of conduct, and housing rules and regulations.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Skill to operate security tools and equipment, including first aid and safety equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility for CTC auto insurance.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and qualification for coverage under the CTCD Fleet Vehicle insurance plan.
• Minimum age of 18 years at the time of employment.
• Good moral character and ability to read and write English.
• Bi‑lingual is a plus.
• No convictions of a criminal offense over a Class B misdemeanor within the last five years, or any offense involving family/domestic violence or moral turpitude.
• Eligibility for coverage under CTC’s commercial auto and other liability insurance policies.

• Monitors closed circuit TV (CCTV) systems to detect crime or criminal activity, and patrols campus streets, parks, facilities, buildings, and residential areas to deter crime and preserve the peace.
• Performs security checks, written or visual, on all campus buildings, grounds, and residential facilities.
• Assists the campus police on disturbance calls and any breach of the peace in residential facilities or other locations on campus.
• Completes incident reports or accident reports for campus police or risk management as needed or directed.
• Seeks out and questions witnesses for violations of dorm rules and regulations by student residents.
• Assists campus police with campus crime prevention programs, orientations, and presentations.
• Provides assistance with residential lock‑outs and escort services.
• Notifies appropriate maintenance personnel of mechanical breakdowns involving campus property, lighting, or equipment.
• Reports any observed safety violation to a campus police officer or risk management for action.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the police officer or chief of police.