Campus Security Officer

Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA Full-time Education

Posted on April 5, 2024

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Campus Security Officer

About Eastern Washington University:
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’22-’23 College of Distinction (CoD). Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2023.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.

Job Summary:
Eastern Washington University is currently seeking applications for a Campus Security Officer. This position works from our beautiful Catalyst and SIERR Buildings in downtown Spokane. The Campus Security Officer will respond to public calls for service within a very diverse community, providing various services to our community, providing support to our law enforcement officers, interface with other campus stakeholders and constituencies on all safety matters, the campus and nearby areas, acting as an ambassador for safety, and advocating for University regulations. Campus Security Officers provide for the safety and security of persons and property at University events and attend community meetings.

The Campus Security Officers will perform general duty security work to protect life and property; promote and preserve safety and order, encourage voluntary compliance with state laws and University regulations and enforce as necessary; respond to crimes and accidents occurring on campus, maintain order, prevent and investigate crime, and be a safety ambassador for Eastern Washington University.
Campus Security Officers have responsibility for enforcing campus regulations and local, state, and federal laws. Incumbents may be required to successfully complete a law enforcement course approved by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission and other job specific courses of instruction.
We are looking for dedicated professionals to join our ranks. We have so much to offer; including a pleasant atmosphere maintaining safety and security for a large student population, potential for working Big Sky sporting events, and an opportunity to interface with our students, staff and visitors to share the department's values and provide an excellent customer experience. We are committed to on-going professional development and training for our employees.
Eastern Washington University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, staff, students, and academic program offerings and to strengthening sensitivity to diversity throughout the institution. Eastern Washington University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.
In addition to salary, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible dependents, discounted EWU sports tickets and free transportation through STA buses. This part-time position is eligible for our full EWU benefits. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/.
Please note this position will close at midnight on April 18, 2024.

Required Qualifications:

High School graduation or equivalent;
Possession of a valid driver’s license;
No previous felony convictions;
Two years of full-time college in Police Science or allied field or two years of police or campus security experience.
Candidate must demonstrate interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility and/or diversity.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience as a police officer or security officer, preferably in a college setting.
Training/experience with fire, burglar and door key card access systems, computerized security systems, emergency phone systems, radio communication systems, and CCTV systems.
Customer relations and/or public speaking experience.
Familiarity and understanding of modern security technology applications and operations.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work well with, and be sensitive to, people from diverse backgrounds and people of all ages.
The ability to remain courteous and considerate while working in demanding and stressful situations; a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and to maintain strong collaborative relationships with other offices on campus.
Strong problem-solving ability and resourcefulness; must be able to confront others and defuse situations in a polite and professional manner and counsel those in crisis situations.
Ability to access and respond to email messages using Outlook and written documents using Microsoft Word.

Job Duties:
Job Duties

Conditions of Employment:

This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
Must maintain a valid WA state driver’s license at all times.
Work shift to primarily include nights and holidays.
Must be able to quickly respond to emergency situations – including some running and climbing of several flights of stairs.
Must maintain physical stamina and preparedness to satisfactorily and expeditiously respond to emergency situations throughout duration of employment.
Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications (including use of AED) within six months of hire.
Frequent walking: approximately 4.5 hours per shift.
Occasionally standing in place: up to 2.5 hours per shift.
Regular climbing: climb stairs as part of patrol duties particularly if an elevator is out of service or to clear a building during an emergency.
Frequent reaching out, while driving vehicle, riding bicycle, and locking and unlocking doors.
Frequently lift/ move 10 lbs., including wearing required equipment belt weighing approximately 6 lbs.
May occasionally lift /move up to 25 lbs. when conducting rescue assistance.
This position is designated as one that performs an essential function. This means that the position’s incumbent must continue to report to work as directed in the event that the University suspends operations because of severe weather, natural disaster, or other emergency condition; must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
U.S. citizenship at time of examination or a lawful permanent resident who can read and write the English language.
No convictions for domestic violence.
This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees’ Collective Bargaining Agreement:
https://in.ewu.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2021/07/WFSE-EWU-CBA-Barg.-Units-1-and-2-2021-2023-FINAL.pdf

Salary Information: $28,519.20 – $38,311.20 (based on 24 hours per week schedule)

Posting Date: 04/04/2024
Open Until Further Notice: No
Closing Date: 4/18/2024
Screening to Begin: 4/19/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Submit your application materials through our online applications portal provided below. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, please contact Human Resources Services at (509) 359-2381.

To apply, visit https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu/postings/12116

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

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