Security Officer

Gonzaga University, United States

Updated: 7 days ago
Location: Spokane, WASHINGTON
Deadline: 23 Apr 2024

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Who We Are
At Gonzaga we don’t just state our mission. We live it every day as a Catholic, Jesuit, and humanistic University. It is the reason we exist and the foundation for our purpose: educating students for lives of leadership and service. From students to faculty and staff members, everyone here knows what we stand for – and they know how valuable our mission is to the success of our institution.
Our diverse selection of benefits is part of Gonzaga’s commitment to care for and meet the needs of our employees and their families. The University provides full-time employees in their first year: a PPO Medical plan administered by Premera Blue Cross, employer-paid dental programs through Delta Dental, vision coverage through VSP, employer-paid Life Insurance, and optional employee-paid Life Insurance through Lincoln Financial, TIAA 403(b) Retirement plan including free onsite financial planning and advising, Employee Assistance Program through Supportlinc, Zagfit Wellness program with access to GU’s onsite fitness center and Spokane Transit Authority (STA) bus passes. Additionally, full-time (40 hours per week) staff employees accrue 4 hours of sick time per pay period (pro-rated for less than 40 hours/week), vacation time starting at 5 hours per pay period (pro-rated for less than 40 hours/week) and 17 paid holidays. Additional benefits such as Long Term Disability and Tuition Waivers are available after the first year of employment.
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Position Title Security Officer
Posting Number S2228P
Department Campus Security & Public Safety
Work Schedule
Non-exempt, multiple shifts, full-time: Department services Gonzaga University community on various day, evening, weekend shifts. Generally, shifts are assigned, and reassignment to other shifts may occur over time.
Employment Status Regular
Temporary or Fixed-Term Assignment End Date
Hours per Week 40
Months per Year 12
Job Purpose
Join Gonzaga University as a Security Officer and play a pivotal role in enhancing, preserving, and protecting our students, staff, faculty and visitors. As an integral part of our team, you’ll utilize your expertise to improve, maintain, and oversee the safety and security of our campus. Your contributions will directly contribute to the safety, functionality, and appeal of our campus environment. A Gonzaga Security Officer participates in and protects an educational, mission-driven community that develops students to be leaders and serve the common good. ​
As an employee of Gonzaga University, you’ll benefit from a supportive community, professional development opportunities, comprehensive benefits, many on-campus events, and the satisfaction of contributing to the educational mission of our esteemed institution.
Join us in making a lasting impact at Gonzaga University while enjoying the rewards of being part of our dedicated team.
The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position is $52,000 annually. The internal full salary range is $38,558 – $52,167.
Anticipated/Budgeted Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week) 52000
Minimum Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week) 38558
Salary Midpoint (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week) 45362
Maximum Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week) 52167


Essential Functions


Essential Function Category Title Patrol campus property and surrounding area
% of time for section 40%
Function Details
  • ​​​​​Deters criminal activity
  • Maintains visibility
  • Observes and monitors campus conditions
  • Verifies the security of campus facilities
  • Conducts walk-throughs of campus facilities.
  • Monitors AEDs/bluelight phones, vehicle maintenance, bicycle registration, and property room
Essential Function Category Title Enforcement
% of time for section 25%
Function Details
  • ​​Enforces Parking Rules and Regulations
  • Investigates and documents any violation of the University’s policies.
  • Investigates and documents any violation of the Student Conduct Codes.
  • Investigates and documents any abnormal activity.​
Essential Function Category Title Services
% of time for section 30%
Function Details
  • ​​Provides k​ey services.
  • Provides escorts.
  • Provides jump starts.
  • Provides assistance to students, staff, and faculty.
  • Found Property (Crowdfind)


Other Functions


Other Functions
Assist in the training new employees when appropriate. (FTO)
Other assignments directed by the Director or Associate Director of CSPS


University Competencies


University Work Values
Promoting Excellence in Academic Endeavors and Professional Practice
• Fostering intellectual depth, competence, reflection, and creativity in pursuing exemplary, rather than satisfactory, outcomes.
Sharing Responsibility for Mission Identity and Leadership.
• Making a personal commitment to learn about Gonzaga’s mission, discovering ways to contribute individually and collaboratively to our distinctive learning and research community.
Affirming a Commitment to Human Dignity.
• Engaging one another with profound respect, professionalism, and cura personalis while supporting one another’s continued learning, development, and maximizing of potentia.
Advancing a Culture of Inclusiveness.
• Developing cultural fluencies and global awarenesses, and practicing habits that enable us to value, recruit, and support community members from historically underrepresented backgrounds.
Caring for Our Common Home and Integral Ecology.
• Growing ecological awareness of and respect for the interconnectedness of human and non-human life, and the need to develop and practice habits that are mutually beneficial to all life.
Cultivating Individual and Community Accountability.
• Demonstrating mutual commitment to our shared project by holding ourselves and others responsible for actions, expecting appropriate behavior, and aligning activities with ethical and professional standards


Qualifications/Knowledge Required/Years Experience Required


Degree Required HS diploma or GED
Certifications and/or Licensures required
  • Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record (two or more moving violations, or one serious moving violation may disqualify an individual from operating a university vehicle.)
  • Ability to obtain or possess a basic first-aid and CPR certification.
Knowledge Required Early career, knowledge may be from education and/or some experience
Years Experience Required 1-2.99 years
Minimum Qualifications
  • ​High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record (two or more moving violations, or one serious moving violation may disqualify an individual from operating a university vehicle)
  • Proven typing ability and word processing skills
  • Must pass extensive background check
  • Availability for university emergencies that may include extended duty
  • Ability to work overtime as required or directed
  • Ability to obtain or possess a basic first-aid and CPR certification.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of people, including students, staff, faculty, administrators, and the general public.
Desired Qualifications
  • ​Two years college course work in a related field and/or two years work experience in law enforcement/security/public safety.
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances
  • Work experience in a higher education environment
Physical / Environmental Qualifications
  • ​Physical strength in back, arms, and legs to be able to perform tasks related to job functions, including walking, standing, sitting, bending, twisting, and reaching.
  • Must be able to carry, drag, or restrain individuals or lift equipment in excess of 50 lbs.
  • Ability to sit and/or drive for long periods of time (8-10 hour shifts)


Posting Detail Information


Open Date 04/09/2024
Close Date 04/23/2024
Open Until Filled No
Application Review Begins On 04/23/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Statement
Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is therefore interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. Gonzaga University is a committed EEO/AA employer and diversity candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status. Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources (509) 313-5996.
Clery Statement
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics
The safety of all members of the campus community is of vital concern to Gonzaga University. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the law enforcement authority of Campus Security, policies concerning the reporting of any crimes which occurred on the campus (and other specified locations), other security and safety-related policies, as well as the crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be found in the Campus Safety and Security Guide and Annual Fire Safety Report. The Gonzaga-In-Florence Safety & Security Guide is also available.
A copy of the report can be found online at www.Gonzaga.edu/Clery . A paper copy of the Campus Safety & Security Guide and Annual Fire Safety Report or the Gonzaga-In-Florence Safety & Security Guide may be obtained by contacting the Student Development Office on main campus, College Hall 120. The Florence Guide may also be obtained on the Florence campus in room 105.

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