Campus Security/Public Safety Officer

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Bend, TEXAS
Deadline: 19 Mar 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Department Community Relatns/Admin (LCB)
Position Title Public Safety Officer
Job Title Campus Security/Public Safety Officer
Appointment Type Professional Faculty
Job Location Bend
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The OSU-Cascades Campus Safety Team is seeking a Campus Security/Public Safety Officer. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE),12-month, professional faculty position.
The mission of OSU-Cascades Public Safety is to:
  • Ensure the safety and security of all who come to OSU-Cascades to learn, work or visit.
  • Protect the property of OSU-Cascades and the personal property of students, faculty, staff and visitors on campus.
  • Promote student success by maintaining a welcoming environment conducive to the educational process.


This position falls within the Facilities & Operations Department in Bend. Public Safety supports the Facilities and Operations Department and Transportation Manager in operations for the overall safety and well-being of the students, faculty, staff, and visitors to the campus. This position will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to be a part of a growing team and assist in ensuring the safety and well-being of all individuals on the OSU-Cascades campus, as we continue to expand.
The OSU-Cascades campus may staff special campus security officers as defined in ORS352.118. Campus Security / Public Safety Officers operate as “persons in charge” as defined in ORS 164.205 and act within the scope authorized by University management.
OSU-Cascades, located in Bend, Ore., is a branch campus of Oregon State University. Established in 2001, the university currently enrolls more than 1,200 students in bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. The campus expanded to a four-year university in 2015, opened its 10-acre campus in fall 2016, and the Oregon legislature approved additional funding in 2017 and 2018 for continued campus expansion. The branch campus has ambitious enrollment goals to reach 3,000 students by 2025 and is engaged in building a culturally diverse and community-centric educational environment.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
35% – Patrol
Provide vehicular, bicycle, and foot patrol of University grounds to protect life, property and prevent crime. Patrol University parking lots for parking violations, ensure all buildings are secured as required, issue citations or take other action as dictated by the Department of Public Safety. The Department of Public Safety collaborates with the Facilities and Operations Department and Transportation Program Manager to enforce parking violations or restrictions. Provide support and security for special events, including but not limited to, traffic control, crowd control and inspections of personal property.
Provide student and staff escorts, assists, information, and general assistance to the University community and the general public.
Determine authorization of persons in buildings; investigate and report suspicious persons or vehicles, criminal activity, hazards, fire, and property damage and/or loss. Issue Exclusion (Trespass) Notices as required to protect people and property on campus.
Respond to calls for emergency medical aid and determine course of action.
Observe and report potentially hazardous physical conditions; may remedy condition when appropriate (e.g., fallen limbs, debris, damage to streets or sidewalks, etc.); respond to situations representing a threat to persons or property (e.g., break-ins, fights, illicit drug activity, etc.); may intervene to prevent injury, and call for police assistance as necessary; secure scene
and may interview or obtain statements from witnesses, victim, or suspects, as appropriate to assist local law enforcement officials.
Act as a liaison between the University and local emergency first responders (fire, medical, police) during incidents on campus.
Perform unlocks of buildings when required and motorist assists (unlocks and jump-starts).
30% – Office Duties
Maintain the shift log for on-duty activities.
Compose and submit reports for on-duty activities, noting date, time, location and circumstances of all incidents. Report any and all unusual conditions or occurrences to supervisor.
Provide information or testimony to law enforcement agencies or courts as required.
Observe and maintain confidentiality regarding all persons and incidents, as required to protect the rights of individuals and the integrity of investigations in accordance with law, rule, policy and procedure.
Manage the University lost and found property program while on duty.
Complete assigned departmental projects which could include the development of campus or officer educational training programs, policy or Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) development, uniform or equipment acquisition research, scheduling of training, or other supervisor assigned projects.
15% – Enforce all University rules and regulations.
Enforce guidelines and limitations established by management including but not limited to: Skateboard Policy, Speech Policy, Alcoholic Beverage Policy, parking enforcement and Bicycle Regulations. May issue citations for violations. Assist Resident Assistants and other University Residential Education and Housing (REH) professional staff in the performance of their duties; to include the enforcement of University. Residence Hall regulations and policies on Alcohol and Marijuana possession and confiscation.
10% – Assist Facilities Services.
Assist, as needed, with snow removal, de-icing, office moves and other services as required.
Issue identification cards to staff, faculty, students, and contractors; issue physical keys for building access to students, employees, and contractors; input electronic access permissions and attributes for system users; set building electronic door locks.
5% – Outreach & Education.
Assist in the development and delivery of campus crime prevention, medical (1st Aid/CPR/AED).
Resident Assistant and emergency management training for the University.
5% – Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Will Need
  • Be at least twenty-one years of age;
  • Possess and maintain a current, valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days of appointment to the position;
  • Possess and maintain first aid, AED and CPR certification, or obtain within 30 days of appointment to the position;
  • Possess and maintain certification for Law Enforcement Data Systems (LEDS), or obtain within 90 days of appointment to the position;
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent;
  • Successfully pass an extensive background check;
  • Understand and demonstrate knowledge of OSU-DPS administrative policies, procedures, rules and guidelines within 6-month trial service period;
  • Must be able to follow policies and directives;
  • Must be able to critically think and solve problems;
  • Must be able to speak clearly and to be understood using a two-way radio system;
  • Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;
  • Must be willing to attend and successfully complete work-related training if offered;
  • Must successfully pass a comprehensive background assessment that includes: criminal history check; driving record review; medical examination; psychological evaluation; drug screening; and an inclusive appraisal of work history;
  • A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
  • Computer/software literacy; training in or experience with e-mail, Internet, word processing and spreadsheets, preferable with MS Office Suite products.


This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully pass a comprehensive background assessment that includes: criminal history check; medical examination; psychological evaluation; drug screening; and an inclusive appraisal of work history and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 24 months.
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.
What We Would Like You to Have
Possess and maintain OC Spray, Collapsible Baton, and Handcuffing certification, or obtain within 30 days of appointment to the position.
Possess and maintain an Unarmed Security Professional certification from the Oregon Department of Public Safety, Standards and Training (DPSST), or obtain within 30 days of appointment to the position.
2-year college degree or higher.
1 year of prior experience in campus public safety, security, law enforcement, or military police with general patrol functions such as: emergency response, incident report writing, incident investigation, contact with violators, enforcement of rules, policies or laws.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Position hiring for is expected to work midnight/third shift. Working conditions include working outside in various weather conditions to perform vehicle patrol, foot patrol and bicycle patrol.
Must be available to work all shifts: day, swing, and night.
Working Schedule: 4/10 hour days, or 5/8 hour days plus any emergency and on call responses. (Shift and/or work assignment may be changed based on operational needs. Public Safety is a seven day a week operation, as a result, weekends and holiday work may be required).
Employee carries a cell phone during all working hours.
Work in an all-hazards environment that includes, but not limited to, loud noises, bright lights, smoke, noxious odors, heights, confined spaces, hazardous materials such as chemicals and body fluids, hostile confrontations, physical arrests of persons, serious injuries or death, and the keeping and maintaining of confidential information.
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $25.75-$35.26
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/150455

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P07808UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 05/12/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 02/20/2024
Full Consideration Date 03/05/2024
Closing Date 03/19/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by March 5th, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
  • Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.


For additional information please contact:
| Name: | Lanell Garbini
| Email: | [email protected]
| Phone: | 541-322-2058
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected] .

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