Public Safety Officer

About the role

The Department of Public Safety supports the mission and goals of the University of San Diego by providing a full range of crime prevention and crime control services to contribute to the safety and security of the campus community. Public Safety Officers are responsible for a wide range of activities, including developing crime prevention programs, taking crime and accident reports, initiating investigations, responding to medical and fire emergencies, providing traffic control, and enforcing certain local and state laws, as well as rules developed by the University to address campus-related concerns.

Responsibilities

• Respond to 911 emergency-style calls, investigate alarms, and respond to crimes in progress and scenes of past crimes or incidents.
• Perform duties in cooperation with the San Diego Police Department and local fire and medical services to minimize harm to victims, witnesses, and those responding or involved in emergency situations.
• Respond to non-emergency calls for service, provide information, and collaborate with student organizations, staff, faculty, and students residing in campus housing to reduce crime and fear.
• Investigate and prepare written reports on crime, accidents, and injuries.
• Provide motor vehicle and foot patrol of off-campus roadways, walkways, parking lots, grounds, University buildings, and residential areas.
• Provide for the protection of life and property; observe safety hazards and report them for correction.
• Make recommendations to reduce or eliminate conditions that lend themselves to unsafe conditions or expose the University and personal property to theft and damage.
• Conduct investigations of reported crimes and incidents within jurisdictional boundaries and submit reports.
• Work in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies to make arrests of persons suspected of committing crimes or other unlawful acts.
• Prepare cases for prosecution and testify in court when necessary.
• Provide escorts for University employees transferring large sums of money to alternate campus locations.
• Respond to requests for emergency and routine medical assistance; determine medical needs and administer first aid as necessary; summon additional medical assistance as required.
• Give directions and provide assistance to students, staff, faculty and visitors as requested.
• Provide dispatch and alarm monitoring coverage when requested.
• Enforce parking regulations in all areas of University property as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must undergo a background investigation, medical and psychological screenings.
• Have a valid California driver's license.
• Have valid CPR and First Aid cards.
• Have guard registration and firearm permits issued by the State of California.
• Provide a clean driving history printout.
• Provide job related training certificates.
• Prefer 832 class or P.O.S.T. certification, or ability to qualify under these provisions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 832 class or P.O.S.T. certification, or ability to qualify under these provisions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to assume responsibility, think clearly, and use sound judgment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively on the telephone, in person, and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy, and flexibility.
• Ability to work with diverse personalities and groups.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective work relationships with University personnel, students, vendors, visitors and various agencies.
• Skills to organize and prioritize work, as well as manage time effectively with the flexibility to adapt to changing conditions.
• Knowledge of the State of California's laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to comply with all departmental uniform and equipment standards and knowledge in the use/care of firearms and the equipment issued by USD's Department of Public Safety.
• Skill in the use of specific equipment and tools as identified below.
• Ability to work all shifts, weekends and holidays and available for on-call assignments and overtime.
• Ability to work with varying levels of supervision.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining a professional stance and remaining calm in emergency and/or tense situations.
• Ability to communicate in a helpful, effective and professional manner in person, by telephone and by two-way radio.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with a diverse population including faculty, staff, students and visitors.
• Full range of hearing, as duties involve listening to phone and radio transmissions, and for audible fire and intrusion alarms.
• Eyesight must be correctable to 20/30 with normal color vision.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay: $29.52 - $29.53 per hour.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers.

Schedule

• 40 hours per week.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays; available for on-call assignments and overtime.

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