Public Safety Officer; Temporary
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Position Information
Job Title Public Safety Officer (Temporary) Union Level Department Public Safety Campus Sacramento Posting Number P Full or Part Time Part Time Number of Months 12 Work Schedule
Work performed up to 30 hours per week (10 hour schedule or as designated by the Director of Public Safety or its designee) and over-time as needed to ensure 24/7 coverage or when responding to critical situations.
Position End Date Open Date 10/02/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal:
Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External:
External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.
Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Position Summary Information
Primary Purpose
Under general supervision, the Public Safety Officer performs University of the Pacific, Sacramento Campus patrol and security related duties; builds relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Enforces campus policies, state, county, and city ordinances, and does other work as required.
Essential Functions
- Advises, directs, and provides services and information to students, employees, and the public.
- Patrols designated areas by foot or bicycle, and uses a public safety equipped vehicle and Sacramento Police radio. Patrols campus including buildings, grounds, parking lots, and adjacent streets; sees that doors and windows are properly secured and locked; safeguards property of the Sacramento Campus. Assumes fixed post assignments.
- Responds to calls for service and assistance.
- Opens and closes facilities. Monitors alarm systems and responds when necessary. Monitors and controls access to buildings and restricted areas. Inspects buildings for security, fire, and potential accident and/or hazards and takes preventive or corrective action as appropriate.
- Provides escort services by foot, scooter, bicycle, and/or vehicle.
- Provides security for large gatherings and campus activities.
- Administers first aid and CPR.
- Makes preliminary investigations and investigations of crimes and disorders, searches and arrests within scope of employment. Prepares reports. May testify in court.
- Enforces automobile parking regulations.
- Carries a firearm, baton, chemical agents, and handcuffs.
- Enforces rules and regulations of the University campus while cooperating with other law enforcement agencies.
- Each Public Safety Officer may have additional duties that are assigned to their position, such as fire safety, training, lost and found property, and work calendar.
- Performs other related duties as required.
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Must complete and pass the POST 832 PC training within the first year of employment.
- One (1) year of related work experience.
- Valid and current California BSIS Guard and Firearms permit.
- Valid and current California BSIS Baton permit.
- Valid and current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
- Valid Chemical Agent/Pepper Spray training certificate.
- Current California Driver License.
- Valid and current POST approved Basic Course Training, Level III, or the completion of POST approved Basic Police Academy…
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