Security Officer - Public Safety

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Job no: 559869

Work type: Staff

Location: Cal Poly
- San Luis Obispo Campus

Categories: Unit 7 - CSUEU
- Clerical and Administrative Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, Safety, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Position Description

Under the general direction of the Police Lieutenant, this position will play a key security role across campus. Primarily stationed at the Robert

E. Kennedy Library, this position will be responsible for performing security rounds, maintaining communications with the Public Safety department, providing access control measures, and otherwise displaying a high level of professionalism and customer service while interacting with students, faculty, staff, and guests.

The mission of the Public Safety unit at Cal Poly is to foster a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, faculty, and visitors. The Public Safety unit consists of four departments; the Cal Poly Police Department, the Department of Emergency Management, Public Safety Business Services, and Transportation and Parking Services, which work collaboratively to enhance the campus safety and readiness.

• Ability to effectively use applicable safety related equipment and security systems and software as well as policies an procedure.
• Knowledge of general procedures and regulations related to security and public safety.
• Ability to detect and respond appropriately to potential hazards, safety emergencies, and/or crime situations and to remain calm and composed in stressful situations.
• Ability to effectively communicate and de-escalate non-violent crisis situations.
• Ability to observe and recall details and incidents.

• High School diploma or equivalent and possession of a California Driver’s License. Requires successful completion of a background check and physical exam. Knowledge of and/or the ability to learn how to use the applicable public safety related equipment and systems is required.

• Must possess or be able to obtain a Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Guard Card within 6 months of hire.
• Possession of a California Driver’s License.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $53,736 - $58,164 per year

Classification Range: $41,532 - $60,516 per year

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees.

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.

Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy.

We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually…