Campus Security Officer Temporary; C

Base pay range

$47,988.00/yr - $54,204.00/yr

Campus Security Officer Temporary

Location:

Lynnwood, Washington

Salary: $47,988 - $54,204 annually

Edmonds College is recruiting multiple candidates to fulfill our Campus Security Officer positions. The Campus Security Officer provides general security, public safety, and other customer services to the college community. Officers are expected to perform general duty security work to protect life and property, enforce laws and ordinances, and maintain order. Officers patrol the campus on foot and in a vehicle;

conduct security inspections, building lockups and escorts for community members; respond to incidents, accidents, and other emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid; respond to fire and intrusion detection alarms, taking action as required; and assist motorists with dead batteries and other issues. Officers may conduct preliminary investigations of college violations and non‑criminal incidents.

This is a Non‑permanent (9‑month contract with possibility of extension up to 18 months) classified position reporting to the Director of Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness (SSEP).

Applications received by December 1, 2025 5 PM PST will receive priority consideration. The position is open until filled.

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Two years of full‑time college education in police science, safety, or emergency management or a related field; or two years of police, military police or physical security experience; or equivalent mix of education/experience.

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Effective verbal communication skills including face to face and via telephone and portable radio.
• Effective written communication skills.
• Desire to meet and maintain the high standards set by the Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness Department.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively during stressful situations and manage stress appropriately.
• Ability to prioritize unplanned but required job duties with ongoing confirmed deadlines; flexible.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to surroundings.
• Exhibit ability to work effectively with populations representing diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and abilities.
• Effectively use a computer for word processing, web activities, and written communication via email.
• Trained in defensive tactics, and de‑escalation skills, or willing to learn and practice these skills.
• Knowledge of fire extinguishers, National Incident Management System (NIMS), electronic lock systems, CCTV, and the Jeanne Clery Act.

Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions. Physical strength, agility, and stamina are essential to the performance of security officer responsibilities, including the ability to climb stairways up to five flights carrying a fire extinguisher and/or first aid equipment. This ability may be tested as a condition of employment. The ability to observe and monitor people’s behavior to determine compliance with prescribed standards is essential.

Patrolling campus on foot and in a motor vehicle, requiring a standard driver’s license and a clean driving record is required. Excellent communication skills are essential. This includes the ability to speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English and will include communication with people for whom English is not their first language. This also includes the ability to produce clearly written documents.

Those who are multilingual are strongly encouraged to apply.

9‑month contract with possibility of extension up to 18‑months, non‑permanent position. 40 hours per week with occasional overtime opportunities. SSEP is an around‑the‑clock operation utilizing several shifts to cover security needs 7 days a week 24 hours a day 365 days a year. The schedule for this position is still to be determined, but will vary due to department needs.

Salary range is $47,988 - $54,204 annually with progressive increases to $64,440, plus a full state…