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Campus Safety Officer:
The Campus Safety Officer is responsible for providing public safety and security for the College community by protecting college property, buildings, grounds, equipment and other assets, located on campus grounds, owned or leased property. The Campus Safety Officer receives and processes reports, obtains statements and conducts initial inspections of incidents, accidents, and complaints.
Campus Safety Officers must be able to positively interact with a diverse campus community and have a service focus. Campus Safety Officers are required to respond to emergency and crisis situations within the capabilities and limits of the Department’s authority. Campus Safety Officers are designated as “Essential Personnel” and are required to report to work during emergencies. This position requires regular and consistent attendance.
General Patrol Duties:
Patrol on foot or in patrol vehicles to enforce institution laws and policies.
Inspect buildings and grounds for prowlers, damage, vandalism, or other crimes.
Inspect doors and gates to ensure campus security.
Direct and regulate traffic and parking.
Investigate accidents and crimes, administer first aid, issue citations for violations, gather evidence, locate witnesses, and appear in court as required.
Operate communications equipment, answer telephone inquiries, take reports of incidents, inspect and operate alarms, access control, and video surveillance systems.
Serve as Clery Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
Follow Pierce College District policies and procedures, Department policy and State law.
Receive and process lost and found property.
Control facility access; identify property damage, equipment malfunctions, utility failures, or any unusual, dangerous, or suspicious situation.
Respond to emergencies, accidents, altercations, alarms, or disturbances following emergency response procedures; assist with evacuations, crowd/traffic control, and de-escalating volatile situations.
Assist the campus community by providing services such as vehicle unlocks, escorts, battery jumps, and building unlocks.
Issue parking permits, access cards, and keys as directed.
Report incidents to law enforcement and secure areas of interest until authorities arrive; assist law enforcement personnel upon request.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance.
Administrative and Reporting Responsibilities:
Receive, initiate, process and write reports of incidents, accidents, and complaints; obtain statements, and conduct preliminary investigations using standard formats and processes utilizing Report Exec as applicable.
Maintain daily officer shift logs utilizing Report Exec.
Lead Duties:
Lead, train, coach, mentor, and check the work of hourly officers and interns.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Education:
GED or High School Diploma.
Required Experience
Six month's experience in public safety, law enforcement, or security OR equivalent combination of experience and education.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Traits & Characteristics:
Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieves results with little oversight.
Arrives for work on time and follows instructions, policies and procedures.
Meets productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules.
Acknowledges mistakes and takes appropriate steps to make corrections.
Values honesty and professionalism in all interactions, respects the opinions of others, and maintains confidentiality as required by policy and law.
Adapts to changing needs, conditions, and work responsibilities.
Responds positively to change and is able to multi task and resolve complex issues in a calm manner.
Must know and be able to apply the law, policy and rules governing campus activities and campus safety.
Must know or be able to learn how to administer first aid and operate fire fighting equipment.
Must be able to learn to operate office software, access control systems, records management systems, and other Campus Safety databases and systems.
Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals by knowing and supporting teammates' work.
Help teammates who need assistance, encourage team units through sharing information and expertise, and work together to solve problems.
Seeks ways to improve service delivery; addresses the quality of services from the customer’s point of view; goes the extra mile to provide excellent service.
Diplomatically handles challenging or intense interpersonal situations by positively working through difficult or stressful situations.
Exercises tact and discretion in conversations and sharing of information with others.
Communicates clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.
Presents a professional appearance and demeanor, which makes the campus community feel safe.
Instills confidence and competence by wearing the issued uniform in a professional and prescribed manner.
Diligently attends to the details and pursues quality in accomplishing tasks by performing tasks with care.
Checks work to ensure completeness and thoroughness.
Must have a working knowledge of the rapidly changing equality movement and social justice issues.
Must display a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
This position requires empathy and understanding toward others and recognizes the value of cultural, ethnic, gender, and other differences.
Officers are expected to respond to others appropriately in the workplace while showing mutual respect and managing personal bias.
Officers should strive to understand cultures that are different from their own and recognize each person’s unique cultural experiences.
Special Requirements:
A valid Washington driver’s license (at the time of hire).
Ability to obtain and maintain CPR, AED, and first aid certifications within 120 days of employment.
Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check.
Ability to successfully complete a driver’s record check.
Ability to perform the physical and mental demands of the position.
Application Requirements:
To be considered for this position, applicants must:
Meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement.
APPLY ONLINE:Complete the online application profile at https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/hr.
Apply for the specific job opening: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/piercedist/transferjobs?
Upload (attach) a cover letter that addresses how you meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement. (Cover Letter)
Upload (attach) detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience. (Résumé)
Upload (attach) a list of at least three (3) professional references with names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses.
One of which must be your current or most recent supervisor. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted. (References)
Provide a response to the following question. (Supplemental Question)
How does this position impact the College's goal to support all students and to achieve racial and social equity in pursuit of its mission? Please limit your response to a maximum of 500 words.
Special Note: To ensure consideration, application materials should be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
All correspondence regarding your application status will be sent to the email address associated with your NeoEd account. Please make sure to check your spam folder periodically, in the case of an automated, incorrect delivery.
Terms of Employment:
This is a full-time (40 hours per week) classified, overtime-eligible position with Pierce College District. This position is permanent after serving a 6-month probationary period. The primary work location will be at Pierce College Puyallup campus. Occasional travel to Pierce College campuses or sites may occur. Work hours are between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings, weekend work, and occasional travel as required. This position may be subject to reassignment between campuses or sites.
Salary & Benefits:
The starting salary range of this position is $4,282.00 a month, dependent upon qualifications, with annual periodic increments up to $5,214.00. However, your paycheck is just part of the total compensation package. There is an outstanding benefits package worth an additional value equivalent to about 30% of your salary. A comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental, and vision insurance. Life and long-term disability insurance plans; vacation, sick, and personal leave; reduced tuition; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information, please visit our Benefits and Leave website at: https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/hr- benefits.
Physical Work Environment:
This position is required to work indoors and outdoors during inclement and extreme weather conditions. Additionally, this position patrols the campus on foot or in a Pierce College patrol vehicle. The incumbent will respond to incidents involving accidents, injuries, altercations, and various hazardous situations (i.e., workplace violence, HAZMAT,
natural disasters). Safety requirements include use of personal protective equipment (PPE),
First Aid, CPR, AED certification, RCW, and WAC compliance.
Reasonable Accommodation:
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application and employment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Requests should be made to the District Human Resources Office by calling 253-964-7342. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.
Screening & Interview Process:
Only those candidates who have complied with the application process and meet the required qualifications will be considered. Following the review of application materials, the most qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Check the email account you used for the application process for communication regarding the status of your application. Application materials submitted to Pierce College are the property of the College and will not be returned.
Please note: This is a competitive selection process. Your application materials will be reviewed and evaluated based on the minimum qualifications listed for the position. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the District's needs will be eligible for further consideration.
Conditions of Employment:
Pierce College is a “fully vaccinated campus” under the state’s higher education guidance, which means that COVID-19 vaccination is highly encouraged for all employees and students.
Prior to the start of employment, finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law RCW 28B.112.080.
An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the District to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Pierce College has adopted a Drug Free Workplace policy. As a condition of employment, employees must agree to abide by the requirements established in that policy.
Bargaining Unit:
This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the Washington Public Employee Association (WPEA).
Equal Opportunity:
The Pierce College District is an equal opportunity employer. The Board of Trustees and Pierce College District are committed to providing equal opportunity and will not discriminate in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices. Decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.
For more information about this position or assistance regarding your application, contact Human Resources at:
https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/hr
Questions regarding equal employment opportunities or discrimination may be directed to the following:
Sean Cooke
Title IX Coordinator
(253) 840-8472
Tami Jacobs
ADACO / Section 504 Coordinator
(253) 964-6581
Deena Forsythe
Interim Vice President for Human Resources
(253) 964-6586
Paula Henson-Williams
District Affirmative Action Officer
(253) 864-3229
