Posting Summary
Posting Type
Wide Distribution
Department
Public Safety
Campus
Ocean Campus
Location
50 Phelan Avenue
Job Category
Classified
Salary
Salary Range for this position: $49.4064- $59.8015 hourly $102,765 – $124,387 annually
IMPORTANT ! The position’s salary placement shall be at the entrance salary step, except as otherwise provided in the SEIU Local 1021 collective Bargaining Agreement.
Appointment Type
Classified - Provisional
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours per week
Appointment Schedule
Full Fiscal Year (260 Days)
(STO) School Term/Summer enter number of days
Bilingual Position
No
Special Conditions
Start Date
End Date
Position Description
Appointment Type: Classified – Provisional. This is a Temporary Provisional ( TPV ) position excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process. It is considered “at will” and shall serve at the discretion of the of the Department Head. This position will be subject to the Permanent Civil Service Examination process at a later date. Successful participation in the Permanent Civil Service Examination and selection through an open competitive process is needed in order to be considered for the permanent appointment.
City College of San Francisco is looking to recruit full time, (40 hours/week), full year (260 days/fiscal year) Institutional Police Officers.
Under the direction of the Chief of Police or his/her designee, the Institutional Police Officer works in the San Francisco Community College District Police Department and acts as a peace officer pursuant to Section 830.32(a) of the California Penal Code and Section 72330 of the California Education Code. The San Francisco Community College District Police Department is a Peace Officers’ Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) participant. The officer’s primary functions are to provide protection of life and property and to enforce state and local laws and college policies within the jurisdiction of San Francisco Community College District campuses. In accordance with District policy, the San Francisco Community College District Police Department is a sworn unarmed department. Employees are required to sign a memorandum acknowledging their understanding of the District’s policy in this regard.
Job Duties
Updated to amend job duties ao 4/14/2026
Please note the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to the 8204- INSTITUTIONAL POLICE OFFICER class code and not intended to be an inclusive list.
Essential Functions
1. Administers first aid to students, staff and/or visitors for the purpose of providing immediate emergency medical care.
2. Arrests individuals engaging in illegal activities for the purpose of apprehending suspects to prevent further illegal activities.
3. Collaborates with community agencies (e.g. law enforcement, courts, health care, etc.) for the purpose of addressing individual cases and/or taking action regarding investigations, criminal activities, gang activities, vandalism, etc. for the safety and security of the college sites.
4. Communicates safety and security policies and enforcement procedures to students, staff and visitors for the purpose of ensuring their understanding of such information, the potential consequences of violation, and building a community relationship.
5. Enforces applicable laws for the purpose of responding appropriately in accordance to federal, state, District, and municipal laws, rules, and policies.
6. Enforces college policies as necessary (e.g. student ticketing, disciplinary issues, etc.) for the purpose of implementing campus Police Department processes and student code of conduct.
7. Escorts students, assigned personnel and/or visitors for the purpose of providing safety and providing site security.
8. Implements safety escorts (e.g. students, staff, visitors, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring safe movement on campus.
9. Investigates potential campus crimes and/or student related community incidents for the purpose of resolving conflicts, taking appropriate action, and/or referring to outside agency for resolution.
10. Participates in unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
11. Patrols college facilities (e.g. grounds, roads, buildings, adjacent areas, parking lots, etc.) for the purpose of providing visibility, maintaining security, and deterring criminal activities.
12. Prepares a variety of documents (e.g. police reports, citations, incident reports, activity logs, memos, letters, procedures, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
13. Presents information in a variety of settings (e.g. classrooms, meetings, staff orientations, etc.) for the purpose of informing individuals of public safety, law enforcement procedures and individual rights.
14. Provides traffic and parking control for the purpose of maintaining efficient traffic flow and use of parking lot/s.
15. Reports safety issues or concerns (e.g. to maintenance department ( broken fixtures, insufficient lighting), etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment, free of hazards.
16. Responds to a variety of situations (e.g. accidents, injuries, vandalism, suspicious activities, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of making appropriate response and taking the appropriate action to resolve immediate safety and/or security concerns.
17. Responds calls for services from a variety of sources regarding campus security issues for the purpose of providing information, direction and/or referral for addressing inquiry.
18. Testifies in court proceedings for the purpose of providing information regarding alleged illegal activity.
19. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
WORKING CONDITIONS :
This classification may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing, running or sitting for prolonged periods of time; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling; moderate to heavy lifting and carrying; possible exposure to physical injury and other dangers inherent in police work. Must possess satisfactory hearing capabilities and visual acuity of at least 20/100 correctable to at least 20/30 in each eye. Officers are required to wear police uniforms, a bullet proof vests, and required police gear.
Officers are required to work flexible shifts, rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays. Officers may be assigned to any of the District campuses under the department policy and/or at the discretion of the Chief of Police.
The department currently operates two shifts: Day shift and swing shift. Shifts are 5 days/8 hours per day or 4 days/10 hours per day; 7 days a week.
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Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent ( GED or High School Proficiency Examination). AND
Experience:
One (1) year of experience as a police officer, member of a military police unit or other work involving the safeguarding of life and property; AND
License and Certification:
1. Requires possession of a valid California Driver License ; AND
2. Possession of a Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate (issued by California Department of Justice, Commission of Peace Officers Standards and Training) will be required prior to field work assignment and within twelve (12) months of hire date, as a condition of employment.
College Work Study and Student Lab Aide experience with the District will be considered/applied as qualifying experience per an agreement made between the District and SEIU . This agreement will allow District students to take advantage of employment opportunities. March 2024.
Desirable Qualifications
The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify job finalists at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring.
1. Certificate of completion from a P.O.S.T. academy. 2. Completion of 60 units of college credits preferably in the Administration of Justice field. 3. Two years of verifiable work experience. 4. One year of law enforcement experience. 5. Specialized training in law enforcement, security or related field. 6. Experience in working within an educational setting preferably in community colleges. 7. Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, linguistic, ethnic backgrounds and disabilities of community college students, faculty, and staff. 8. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. 9. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 10. Reliable, responsible, dependable, and a good team player. 11. Ability to participate in meetings, workshops, events and other college functions as needed and to be able to represent the department. 12. Effective interpersonal skills enabling the officer to effectively deal with a diverse population of students, staff and the general public. 13. Good organizational skills. 14. Willingness to work extended hours or start early when required. 15. Ability to work and perform job duties effectively under pressure. 16. Ability to pay close attention to detail to ensure consistent accuracy and prioritize workload with frequent interruptions. 17. Effective experience in conflict resolution in person, virtually, email and/or by phone. Ability to take initiative, problem solve and work independently with good judgment about when to seek direction. 18. Understanding of regulations related to handling of confidential student information.
Benefits
1. Additional Days Off with Pay. As stipulated in the appropriate bargaining agreements and board resolutions, Classified employees working full year (260 days/year) work schedules are granted, as paid days off, the days between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, as well as an additional five (5) paid days during spring break. Eligible school-term-only ( STO ) employees who are not scheduled to work the designated days between Christmas and New Year’s Day shall be granted three (3) paid days off to be scheduled by mutual agreement between the employee and supervisor. Eligible school-term-only employees who are not scheduled to work on the days designated as Spring Break will not be paid for these days off.
2. New employees hired on or after October 1, 2013 will contribute 2% of salary to the San Francisco Retiree Health Care Trust Fund ( RHCTF ). 3. Institutional Police positions in the San Francisco Community College District are eligible for membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS). These positions DO NOT participate in the San Francisco Employees’ Retirement System ( SFERS ).
Application Procedure
Applicants must apply through the City and County of San Francisco’s job website for the 8204 Institutional Police Officer, provisional, full-time positions. Click on the link at the bottom of this page to be forwarded to the job posting on the City and County of San Francisco’s job website.
ADA Statement
Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in this hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department at
[email protected] to make the necessary arrangements. Please be aware that verification of a covered disability under the ADA may be required.
Selection Procedure/Conditions of Employment
EEO Statement
It is the policy of the City College of San Francisco to provide all persons with equal employment and educational opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, age, gender, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, disability or AIDS / HIV status, medical conditions, gender identity, or status as a Vietnam-Era veteran. These categories specifically include status as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning person in any District program or activity. For further information, contact the Human Resources Department at
[email protected] .
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CS00253P
Job Open Date
08/23/2024
Application Review Date
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Contact
Mario Vasquez, Chief of San Francisco Community College Police Department
Contact Phone/Extension
415-239-3151
Contact Email
[email protected]
Special Instructions to Applicant
Filing Deadline: Open until filled. Next Read Date Scheduled Friday, June 19, 2026.
To apply for this position, applicants must apply on the City and County of San Francisco Department of Human Resources job website.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION ON THE CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO’S JOB WEBSITE
