Security Officer - (Security Officer) - University Police

About the role

The Security Officer serves as a visible security presence on the campus, and within its buildings as assigned, performing security services such as patrolling campus on foot, bike or vehicle to protect the campus community and visitors, providing public safety support and assistance to campus police, enforcing campus ordinances and parking regulations, and issuing citations to violators.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus on foot, bike or vehicle to protect campus community and visitors from such hazards as fire, theft, vandalism, trespassing and other crimes.
• Aid in the enforcement of campus rules and regulations, report hazardous conditions, check, open and secure campus facilities, coordinate and test campus alarm systems.
• Provide support and assistance to UPD by providing back-up dispatch support, managing property and evidence, maintaining records, providing training on crime prevention awareness, supporting drug identification programs, performing Live Scan and Ink Card fingerprinting, participating in emergency response teams and responding to emergency situations and taking incident/accident reports and responding to these situations, as needed.
• Enforce parking rules and regulations through issuing and selling parking permits, patrolling parking lots, and issuing citations for parking and other standing violations, as appropriate.
• Appear in court for parking related citations and direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic during peak hours, special events, and emergencies.
• Assist in the physical logistics for campus special events and emergencies.
• Provide general information and assistance to the public and provide escort and citizen assistance, as needed.

Requirements

• High school level reading and writing abilities.
• California Driver’s License.
• Background check.
• Medical examination.
• Valid California Drivers’ License.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a security officer.
• Dependable, trustworthy, and willing to respond to work on call if needed.
• Knowledge of campus operating and emergency procedures.

Skills

• Ability to detect and respond appropriately to potential hazardous or crime situations.
• Ability to observe and recall details and incidents.
• Ability to act and resolve parking and traffic problems.
• Ability to write standard incident reports in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of individuals including the campus community, general public and law enforcement personnel.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and confidentiality.

Benefits

Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee.