Security Guard - Campus

Job Description

Public Safety Ambassadors, also known as security officers, protect and guard UCSF property; maintain order among the public and UCSF community; monitor and control entry to restricted areas; inspect areas to prevent fires, accidents, and other hazards; direct visitors and answer questions concerning building and/or exhibit layouts; and perform other related duties as required.

The hourly range for this position is $24.97 - $29.87. A new hire sign-on bonus of $500 is offered to those who have not been employed with a UC in the last 12 months. Salary placement is based on experience and internal equity; labor union positions are guided by the collective bargaining agreement. For more details about total compensation, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

As a Public Safety Ambassador, you will:

• Protect and guard university property.
• Maintain order among the public and UCSF community.
• Monitor and control access to restricted areas.
• Inspect areas to prevent fires, accidents, and hazards.
• Direct visitors and answer questions regarding building and exhibit layouts.
• Perform additional duties as required.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid California Driver’s License.
• Excellent customer service and effective problem‑solving skills; fluent in English.
• Ability to stay calm under stress, make sound judgments, and respond to emergencies.
• Excellent attendance and reliability record.
• Physical ability to bend, squat, climb stairs, push/pull up to 25 lb, reach above shoulder, sit and stand for extended periods, lift 21‑30 lb, and run short distances.
• General PC knowledge and proficiency using MS Office.
• Current CPR, Basic First Aid, CPI de‑escalation, AED, and Clery training (within 6 months of hire).
• Ability to work variable hours and days, onsite in San Francisco.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of experience in the security field.
• Military experience.
• Valid California Guard Card.

The University of California is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.