Campus Safety Officer

Campus Safety Officer – Public Safety Professional

Department: Community Relations / Administration (LCB)
Location: Bend, Oregon
Position Title: Public Safety Officer / Campus Safety Officer
Appointment Type: Public Safety Professionals
Employment Type: Full time, 12‑month contract (1.00 FTE)

• Resume
• Cover Letter – explain how your qualifications prepare you for this position
• Names, e‑mail addresses and telephone numbers of at least three professional references
• Current, valid Oregon driver’s license (issued within 30 days of appointment)
• First Aid, AED, and CPR certification (current or obtain within 30 days of appointment)
• Law Enforcement Data Systems (LEDS) certification (current or obtain within 90 days of appointment)
• High‑school diploma or equivalent

Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

Johana Hernandez – Johana.hernandez

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring.

• Criminal history check, driving record review, medical examination, psychological evaluation, drug screening, national fingerprint CJIS check, and inclusive appraisal of work history
• Motor vehicle history check for positions requiring use of a university vehicle
• Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate; requirement is to be position qualified as per University policy

• Patrol (50%) – vehicular, bicycle, foot patrol; secure buildings; conduct fire drills; assist with parking enforcement; perform crowd control, traffic control, and security screening during special events; provide general assistance and emergency medical aid; document incidents and report suspicious activity; perform courtesy unlocks and jump‑start assistance.
• Office Duties (20%) – maintain shift log and incident reports; provide testimony to law enforcement; protect confidentiality; manage lost and found; complete assigned projects such as SOP development, training, equipment research, and scheduling.
• Enforce Rules (15%) – enforce campus policies (e.g., Skateboard, Speech, Alcoholic Beverage, Parking, Bicycle, Residence Hall) and refer violators to appropriate processes.
• Assist Facilities Services (5%) – support snow removal, de‑icing, office moves, issuance of identification cards and keys, electronic access control; assist in crime prevention and emergency management training.
• Other Duties (5%) – perform additional tasks as assigned by supervisor.

• At least twenty‑one years old
• Valid Oregon driver’s license and required certifications (First Aid, AED, CPR, LEDS)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of full‑time experience in security, military, or a similar role with contemporary knowledge of security and property protection
• Computer literacy – experience with email, Internet, word processing, spreadsheets, MS Office suite
• Knowledge and application of OSU – DPS administrative policies within 6‑month probationary period
• Demonstrated ability to promote diversity and inclusive engagement in a campus safety or public service environment
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background assessment as outlined above

• OC Spray and Handcuffing certification
• One year of prior experience in campus public safety, security, law enforcement, or military police with patrol and incident response responsibilities

• Shift work: midnight, third shift, day, swing, and night; 4/10 or 5/8 hour days with possible overnight and on‑call duties; weekends and holidays may be required
• Work environment includes outdoor duties, varied weather, loud noises, bright lights, smoke, noxious odors, heights, confined spaces, and hazardous materials
• Cell phone required during all working hours

Competitive / External – open to all qualified applicants.