To promote the safety and well-being of the College community, utilizing established College policies and procedures while working in accordance with the Oregon DPSST Private Security Professional standards. Campus Safety provides patrol services on campus to ensure the safety and security of staff, students, and the public. Observes, reports, and safely intervenes, when appropriate, and reports criminal or illegal acts to outside partner agencies. Responds and takes appropriate action in the event of a fire or medical emergency and reports to outside partner agencies.
This position is open until 11:59 pm on August 3rd, 2026.
This position is now open to external applicants. Any interested party may apply.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED/equivalent.
Three (3) years of experience in either a private or public security position.
Requires the ability to perform all of the duties of the position effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision.
Successful applicants for this position must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation:
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Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter. Ability to effectively communicate orally with groups and/or individual, and deal with peers, the public and the community in a positive, empathetic, and professional manner. Requires sufficient communication and human relations skills to resolve confrontations and gain cooperation.
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Ability to effectively handle possible hostile contacts with individuals on issues of safety and security, parking, student rights, alcohol and drugs, smoking, etc. Ability to work effectively with populations representing diverse social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds, life experiences and abilities, including community members, students, faculty, and staff.
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Exhibit a high level of computer literacy, sufficient to use software such as email, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases to produce correspondence, documents, and reports. Ability to use Internet, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel as needed. Able to learn and function in the College’s information management system as well as learn new software as needed.
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Ability to follow established college and department procedures and work independently to accomplish those procedures. Ability to explain established policies and procedures using judgment and diplomacy.
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Ability to work independently while exercising judgment during interactions with students, staff, and the public on campus after hours. Ability to use prudent judgment in dealing with sensitive or emergency situations to avoid dangerous or unpleasant results.
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Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and training. Ability to develop others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.
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Models and ensures diversity and cultural competency (respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing, and welcoming cultural differences) in all position responsibilities regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, social class, sexual orientation, ability, nationality, age, language, origin, or employment status.
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Working knowledge of the methods and practices of professional security procedures including those used in patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, investigation, and identification of incidents, and safety, fire and intrusion alarm systems.
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Working knowledge and understanding of relevant safety laws, regulations, and procedures, including blood borne pathogen procedures and self-defense tactics.
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Knowledge and ability to utilize all of the tools and equipment of the position in a safe and responsible manner.
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Ability to accurately identify, report, and in some instances correct safety hazards on campus. Knowledge and ability to administer first aid in emergency situations.
PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for this position possessing one or more of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities with receive preferred consideration through the selection process.
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Associate degree.
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Security experience in a higher education setting.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSES/LICENSE
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Certification as an unarmed private security professional through the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) before employment begins.
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Valid Oregon driver’s license or ability to obtain by date of hire and must meet the College’s insurability requirements associated with driving campus vehicles.
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Current First Aid card with CPR/AED certification (or obtain within 60 days of employment).
JOB TITLE: Campus Safety Officer
LOCATION: Coos Bay Campus
FTE: 1.0 FTE (2 positions, 32-40 hrs per week)
.78 FTE (3 positions, 20-31 hrs per week)
.48 FTE (2 positions, 10-19 hrs per week)
ORGANIZATION: Southwestern Oregon Community College
PAY LEVEL: J (Steps 1-5 at initial hire)
EXEMPTION STATUS: Non-exempt
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Attached
REPORTS TO: Director of Campus Safety
CLASSIFICATION: Classified
REVISION DATE: October 2022
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Southwestern Oregon Community College only accepts applications through this online application system. We want you to be successful in applying with us. We highly encourage you to complete and submit your application in advance of the deadline.
For assistance with this, please email [email protected]. For technical assistance with your application, please call (855) 524-5627.
Please note: We recognize that our application process can be lengthy, so before you begin, please read all of the stated requirements to determine if you meet them. Applicants must meet all of the stated minimum/special qualifications and additional requirements to be considered for this position. Based on your responses to the qualifying questions, the system may automatically screen you out from further consideration.
Required documents must be provided at the time of application. Please remove any personal information such as photographs, date of birth, gender, social security number, and other protected information from your documents. Documents containing protected information will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Positions are subject to budget consideration and approval. For the candidate who is hired into this position, salary placement will be based on guidelines in administrative policies and procedures or collective bargaining agreements (as applicable). For this reason, please be sure to include everything in your application that you want the college to consider towards placement.
The college does not sponsor employees in the visa application process if they intend to use this as their means to work in the United States. This means that all required work visas must be in place and supported by appropriate evidence to be employed by Southwestern.
Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.
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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all responsibilities, skills, effort, or work conditions associated with the job someone in this position would perform. All employees of Southwestern Oregon Community College are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Southwestern Oregon Community College supervisory/management personnel regardless of job title or routine job duties.
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VETERAN'S PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Applicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference when applying with Southwestern Oregon Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
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MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) – OR – Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension.
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Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at: http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/
For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq
NON-DISCRIMINATION
It is the policy of Southwestern Oregon Community College Board of Education that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race, color, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, political affiliation, parental status, veteran status or disability in any educational programs, activities or employment. Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact Vice President of Administrative Services in Tioga 511. Phone 541-888-7206 or TDD 541-888-7368. All other issues, concerns, and complaints should also be directed to the Vice President of Administrative Services for referral to the appropriate Manager.
Annual Campus Crime/Annual Fire Safety (Clery Act) Report
The "Jeanne Clery Disclosure for Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" (formerly the Campus Security Act) is a federal law that requires institutions of higher education to disclose campus security information, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area. As a current or prospective Southwestern student or employee, you have a right to obtain a copy of this information.
