Campus Security/Public Safety Officer

Company: Southern Oregon University
Location: Ashland
Posted on: March 15, 2023

Job Description:

Position Number:-- -C00317Rate:-- -$20.12/hr This position may be eligible for a 10% increase from base rate pay upon completion of the initial training period (typically 6 months in the position) per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, Article 20, Section 3(d).Position Summary:Campus Public Safety serves Southern Oregon University in providing a safe and secure campus environment for University staff, faculty, students, residents, and visitors, as well as protecting campus property. The department achieves this mission by recommending, and enforcing related campus policies and procedures while providing appropriate training for University personnel and students. The Department patrols, investigates criminal activities and takes enforcement action for violations of local and state law while working in concert with outside law enforcement agencies.This position may be eligible for a 10% increase from base rate pay upon completion of the initial training period (typically 6 months in the position) per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, Article 20, Section 3(d).Minimum Qualifications:Required training may include, but is not necessarily limited to: first aid or first responder medical training, CPR training, crisis intervention techniques, fire or emergency response techniques, special driver training, physical fitness training, or the basic course(s) provided by the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training. Must be able to successfully pass a criminal history and background check. Possession of a valid Oregon driver's license and clearance to drive Oregon state owned vehicles or the ability to obtain by the date of hire. Ability to obtain current Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training Certification within 6 months of hire. Required training may include, but is not necessarily limited to: first aid or first responder medical training, CPR training, crisis intervention techniques, fire or emergency response techniques, special driver training, physical fitness training, or the basic course(s) provided by the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training. Must be able to successfully pass a criminal history and background check. Possession of a valid Oregon driver's license and clearance to drive Oregon state owned vehicles or the ability to obtain by the date of hire. Ability to obtain current Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training Certification within 6 months of hire. Minimum Qualifications are not established for this classification. The appointing authority is responsible for recruitment and selection. Refer to Personnel Rule 105-43-005.Preferred Qualification:Demonstrated skills in an institutional/educational environment. BA/BS Degree in criminal justice or related field. Knowledge of how a Campus Public Safety Department operates.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:-- - -Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated customer service experience requiring a very high level of diplomacy and professionalism to effectively handle a broad range of sensitive interpersonal situations.-- - -Ability to interpret and consistently apply a wide variety of policies and procedures. Ability to work with frequent changes in policies and procedures, under pressure of deadlines in a fast-paced environment.-- - -Analytical and research skills; ability to gather, evaluate, and to develop well-reasoned conclusions and recommendations. Ability to proactively assess work operations and anticipate potential problems; ability to develop and implement strategies for preventing/resolving problems.-- - -Ability to effectively perform work of a highly sensitive and confidential nature that requires access to information. Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion, tact, and diplomacy. Must have high ethical standards.-- - -Must be able to make decisions under pressure.-- - -Initiative in independently planning, organizing, and performing work assignments within broadly defined parameters.-- - -Ability to coordinate various matters and determine the relative importance of each; ability to work with a high level of productivity and accuracy/attention to detail. Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.-- - -Computer skills and proficiency with a variety of computer applications including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, online systems, social media platforms, Internet as well as online calendaring and email.-- - -Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.-- - -Ability to adapt to and work effectively in a heavily bureaucratic environment which requires regular interaction with a number of levels within the organization and outside agencies.-- - -Working knowledge, or ability to quickly learn, university infrastructure, policies and procedures.-- - -Knowledge of investigative techniques and procedures.-- - -General knowledge of first aid. Ability to render assistance in accordance with procedures.-- - -General knowledge of crime prevention. Ability to assess hazardous situations and determine an appropriate course of action.-- - -Familiarization with current briefing information, orders directives, and bulletins.Special Instructions to Applicants:This recruitment will hire two fulltime vacancies.Each applicant is required to provide ( as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) cover letter providing some detail of the applicant's qualifications and interest in the position; (2) current resume/CV and (3) the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references. If you are unable to attach the supplemental materials to the online application please contact Human Resources for assistance.For inquiries and additional information, please contact: Human Resource Services via email at or by phone at (541)552-8553.To view SOU's offers very generous benefits and pension programs available to eligible positions, please visit:-- -Our benefits package is an important complement to the offered salary and our Total Compensation Calculator,-- -, demonstrates our value and commitment to our employee.Special Conditions-- - -Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site foroccasional professional development.-- - -Must be able to work additional hours and adjust working hours to meetspecial jobs. May be called back periodically to perform work as needed onan emergency basis.-- - -Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check.-- - -Under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA):-Position classification defined as "non-exempt"-- --- -are-- -subject overtime-- - -The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter"-- - underthe Oregon Revised Statues and is required to comply with the requirementsset forth by the Oregon department of Human Services.Notice to Prospective EmployeesSection 485 of the Higher Education Act, and The Federal Crime Awarenessand Campus Security Act of 1990 (now referred to as the "Clery Act"-- -),requires that prospective employees be notified of the availability ofSOU's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report provides theannual statistics and campus policies for the reporting of and respondingto campus crimes and fires; access to campus facilities; conduct code andcampus policies on use, possession and sale of drugs/alcohol; andeducational/information programs to inform the campus community aboutcampus security procedures and crime prevention.An electronic copy of the Annual Security Report (ASR)can be accessed atthe following link:Aphysical copy of the ASR is available at no charge upon request. To requesta copy please visit the Campus Public Safety Office at 382 Wightman Street,Ashland OR 97520. For more information call 541-552-6258, or applicants must apply online at-- -.Diversity StatementSouthern Oregon University is a welcoming community committed to inclusive excellence and the celebration of diversity. Without diversity, our educational process is diminished. Working together in support of our commitment to diversity, we strengthen and enrich our role as learners, educators and members of a tightly connected global community. We encourage those who share in our commitment to diversity, to join our community and we expect all our employees to demonstrate an ability and desire to create an inclusive campus community.

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