Campus Safety Officer

Position Summary
Per Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14.1, employees of higher education must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination, or request and be approved for a medical or religious exemption before beginning their employment with the District. For more information about our campus vaccination requirements, please visit our Returning to Campus - Vaccination Requirements* webpage.*

The mission of Pierce College is to create quality educational opportunities for a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world.

Recognized by the Aspen Institute as one of the Top 10 community colleges in the nation, Pierce College is an innovative and equity-focused community college dedicated to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals. Check out our Aspen Institute Award for Community College Excellence. This is Pierce College's second time as an Aspen Prize top finalist.

About the District
The college enjoys a strong presence in the community and participates in numerous partnerships with business, community, government, and educational organizations. Want a feel for our District, take a peek with aerial campus views!

Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom
Located on a beautiful 140 - acre site with views of Mount Rainier and Waughop Lake.

Pierce College at Puyallup
Located on a 125 - acre wooded site with beautiful spaces for exploring.

Pierce College at JBLM
Located at Joint Base Lewis - McChord military sites, serving many of our military and active duty families.

Campus Safety Officer
The Campus Safety Officer is responsible for providing public safety and security for the College community by protecting college property, buildings, grounds, equipment and other assets, located on campus grounds, owned or leased property. The Campus Safety Officer receives and processes reports, obtains statements and conducts initial inspections of incidents, accidents, and complaints. Campus Safety Officers must be able to positively interact with a diverse campus community and have a service focus. Campus Safety Officers are required to respond to emergency and crisis situations within the capabilities and limits of the Department’s authority. Campus Safety Officers are designated as “Essential Personnel” and are required to report to work during emergencies.

Essential Functions
General Patrol Duties

• Patrol on foot or in patrol vehicle to enforce institution laws and policies.
• Inspect buildings and grounds for prowlers, damage, vandalism, or other crimes.
• Inspect doors and gates to ensure campus security.
• Direct and regulate traffic and parking.
• Investigate accidents and crimes, administer first aid; issue citations for violations; gather evidence; locate witnesses; appear in court as required.
• Operate communications equipment, answer telephone inquiries, take reports of incidents, inspect and operate alarms, access control, and video surveillance systems.
• Assist law enforcement as needed.
• Report crimes to law enforcement and secures crime scenes.
• Serves as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
• Follow Pierce College District policies and procedures, Department policy and State law.
• Receive and process lost and found property.
• Control access to facilities; identify property damage, equipment malfunctions, utility failures, or any other unusual, dangerous or suspicious situation.
• Respond to emergencies, accidents, altercations, alarms or disturbances; assist with evacuations and crowd control.
• Assist the campus community by providing services such as vehicle unlocks, escorts, battery jumps, and building unlocks.
• Issue parking permits, access cards and keys as directed.

Lead Duties

• Leading, training, coaching, mentoring, and checking the work of hourly officers and interns.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Required Education

• GED or High School Diploma.

Required Experience

• Two years' experience in public safety, law enforcement, or security OR equivalent combination of experience and education.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieves results with little oversight.
• Arrives for work on time and follows instructions, policies and procedures.
• Meets productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules.
• Acknowledges mistakes and takes appropriate steps to make corrections.
• Values honesty and professionalism in all interactions, respects the opinions of others, and maintains confidentiality as required by policy and law.
• Adapts to changing needs, conditions, and work responsibilities.
• Responds positively to change and is able to multi task and resolve complex issues in a calm manner.
• Must have a working knowledge of the rapidly changing equality movement as well as social justice issues.
• Must display a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• This position requires empathy and understanding toward others; recognize the value of cultural, ethnic ,gender and other differences.
• Officers are expected to respond to others appropriately in the workplace while showing mutual respect and managing personal bias.
• Officers should strive to have an understanding of cultures that are different from their own and recognize each person’s unique cultural experiences.
• Must know and be able to apply the law, policy and rules governing campus activities and campus safety.
• Must know or be able to learn to administer first aid and operate fire fighting equipment.
• Must be able to learn to operate office software, access control systems, records management systems, and other Campus Safety databases and systems.
• Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals by knowing and supporting teammates work.
• Help teammates who need assistance, encourage team units through sharing information and expertise.
• Works together to solve problems and puts team success first.
• Builds and maintains customer satisfaction, seeks ways to improve service delivery, addresses the quality of services from the customer’s point of view.
• Goes the extra mile to provide excellent service.
• Diplomatically handles challenging or intense interpersonal situations by working through difficult or stressful situations in a positive manner.
• Exercises tack and discretion in conversations and sharing of information with others.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Instills confidence and competence by wearing the issued uniform in a professional and prescribed manner.
• Presents a professional appearance and demeanor which makes the campus community feel safe.
• Diligently attends to the details and pursues quality in accomplishing tasks by preforming tasks with care.
• Checks work to ensure completeness and thoroughness.

Special Requirements

• A valid Washington driver’s license (at time of hire).
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR, AED, first aid certifications within 120 days of employment.
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check.
• Ability to successfully complete a driver’s record check.
• Ability to perform the physical and mental demands of the position.

Application Process
To be considered for this position, applicants must

• Meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement.
• Complete the online application profile and apply for the specific job opening. https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/hr
• Upload (attach) a cover letter that addresses how you meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement. (Cover Letter)
• At Pierce College, we value culturally competent and compassionate individuals who bridge diverse backgrounds and perspectives in support of academic equity and excellence. In your cover letter, please address how you will support the mission of Pierce College to create quality educational opportunities for a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world. Please include in your response how your previous education and/or professional experience contribute to your effectiveness in promoting a climate of student success for a diverse community of learners.
• Upload (attach) detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience. (Résumé)
• Transcripts are not required in order to apply for this position; however, if you are selected for an interview, you will be asked to bring copies of unofficial transcripts showing completion of the required level of education. Please upload current copies of your transcripts, if available. Unofficial copies of all college and university transcripts must include degree received and conferral date. International transcripts must include a foreign transcript evaluation. For a list of approved credential evaluation services visit: www.naces.org/members.htm (Unofficial transcripts acceptable for application process; official transcripts required upon hire). (Transcripts)
• Upload (attach) a list of at least three professional references with names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted. (References)
• Upload (attach) a response to the following question. (Supplemental Question)

How does this position impact the College's goal to support all students and to achieve racial and social equity in pursuit of mission?

Special Note
To ensure consideration, application materials should be received no later than 5:00 PM on the closing date.

Terms of Employment
Pierce College is recruiting to fill two vacancies, one at the Fort Steilacoom campus and the other at the Puyallup campus. Both vacancies are full time (40 hours per week) over - time eligible positions with Pierce College District. Infrequent travel to Pierce College campuses or sites may occur.

Work hours are between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM, Monday through Friday with occasional weekend work.

A shift premium of $174.00 per month will be provided to classified employees for shifts that are predominantly after 5:00 PM.

Salary and Benefits
The starting salary range of this position is $3,616.00 to $4,188.00 a month (dependent upon qualifications), with annual periodic increments up to $4,855.00. However, your paycheck is just part of the total compensation package. There is an outstanding benefits package which is worth an additional value equivalent to about 30% of your salary. A comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance. Life and long-term disability insurance plans; vacation, sick and personal leave; reduced tuition; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information, please visit our Benefits and Leave website at: * https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/hr- benefits.*

Physical Work Environment
This position works indoors in an office environment and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application and employment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Requests should be made to the District Human Resources Office by calling 253-964-7342. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.

Screening & Interview Process
Only those candidates who have complied with the application process and meet the required qualifications will be considered. Following the review of application materials, the most qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Check the email account you used for the application process for communication regarding the status of your application. Application materials submitted to Pierce College are the property of the College and will not be returned.

Please note
This is a competitive selection process. Your application materials will be reviewed and evaluated based on the minimum qualifications listed for the position. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the District's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 4 to 6 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include written, oral and performance examinations, and final interviews.

Conditions of Employment
An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the District to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

Pierce College has adopted a Drug Free Workplace policy. As a condition of employment, employees must agree to abide by the requirements established in that policy.

Equal Opportunity
The Pierce College District is an equal opportunity employer. The Board of Trustees and Pierce College District are committed to providing equal opportunity and will not discriminate in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices. Decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

For more information about this position or assistance regarding your application, please contact the Human Resources office at jobs@pierce.ctc.edu.

Questions regarding equal employment opportunities or discrimination may be directed to the following:

Sean Cooke
Title IX Coordinator
(253) 840-8472

Tami Jacobs
ADACO / Section 504 Coordinator
(253) 964-6581

Holly Gorski
Vice President for Human Resources
(253) 964-6519

Paula Henson-Williams
District Affirmative Action Officer
(253) 864-3229

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,392.00 - $50,256.00 per year