Campus Safety Guard; Community Service Specialist II

Job no: 562342
Work type: Staff
Location: San Diego
Categories: Unit 7 - CSUEU - Clerical and Administrative Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, Safety, On-site (work in-person at business location)

San Diego State University is seeking a service-oriented and observant Campus Safety Guard to support the safety and security of the campus community. This role conducts security patrols, responds to safety concerns, enforces university policies, and assists University Police with crime prevention, emergencies, and special events.

• Campus Security & Patrol
• Conduct foot, bicycle, and vehicle patrols of campus buildings, grounds, and parking areas to identify suspicious activity, safety hazards, and security concerns.
• Inspect security-related equipment and facilities, document deficiencies, assist with room unlocks, and provide first aid when needed.
• Complete reports and use crime and incident trends to support directed patrol activities.
• Enforce university and parking policies, document violations, and refer incidents to University Police when appropriate.
• Identify and report unlawful activity and assist University Police with enforcement actions as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation using applicable police and parking systems.
• Emergency, Event & Community Support
• Assist University Police during emergencies and special events, including safety escorts, crowd support, and fire-watch assignments.
• Provide information to the public and participate in crime prevention and community engagement activities.
• Provide crime prevention information and promote collaborative campus safety practices.
• Assess campus areas and recommend security and safety improvements using incident trends and crime prevention practices.
• Support University Police in addressing community concerns and public safety issues.

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• Full-time, benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• Position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU Police Department work hours follow a 24/7 operational schedule, with officers assigned to varying shifts based on operational needs.
• The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Safety and security is coordinated by University Police, through a force of 40 sworn police officers and 50 non-sworn support employees. Our police officers are graduates of a California Peace Officers Standards Training Academy with full arrest powers throughout the state. They undergo continued training to upgrade their skills as well as first aid and CPR requirements. University Police officers are armed.

They conduct foot, vehicular and bicycle patrols on campus and in the adjacent community 24 hours a day, year-round. Officers are responsible for reporting and investigating crimes and traffic accidents, enforcing state laws and local ordinances, responding to medical emergencies and all other incidents requiring police assistance.

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Entry to the first level within this classification requires high school level reading and writing abilities and possession of a California Driver’s License. The nature of the duties may also require successful completion of a background check, physical and psychological exam and/or the ability to attend Police…