Security Officer - University Police Department - Northern Command

Campus Security Officer (CSO)

The University of Nevada, Reno is hiring a Campus Security Officer to patrol and protect campus buildings and grounds for the University Police Department – Northern Command. The CSO may be assigned to any UNR affiliated campus including Truckee Meadows Community College, Desert Research Institute, and Western Nevada College.

• Patrol campus buildings and grounds, checking windows, locks, doors, and security systems for damage or breach.
• Monitor State property, displays, and individuals entering and leaving buildings, and take appropriate action according to department policy.
• Respond to security or safety violations and enforce applicable laws, rules, regulations, and policies.
• Identify and correct safety and security protocol violations or report them.
• Assist with low‑level criminal investigations, including interviewing victims and witnesses, gathering evidence, documenting findings, and preparing reports to aid investigations.
• Maintain visual surveillance through direct observation.

• High school graduate or equivalent education.
• At least two (2) years of public contact work experience that involved applying and implementing rules, regulations, or established policies; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Class "C" driver’s license or higher at the time of appointment.
• Will become certified in CPR, first aid, AED, TASER, handcuffing, baton, and defensive tactics within the first 90 days.
• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods and work in inclement weather.
• Will submit to a pre‑employment controlled substances screening.

The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday with day or evening shifts. Schedules may change based on organizational needs.

• Classified service under Grade 27; salary determined by Nevada Administrative Code and employee qualifications.
• Enrollment in the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) upon hire.
• Health insurance, dental and vision plans, life insurance, and sick leave.

The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a workplace and learning environment free of discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, color, and religion.