Campus Safety Officer (Part-Time)

Position Summary 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 (2021), Pierce College is an innovative, mission-driven, data-informed, and equity minded community college dedicated to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals, with a focus on racial and social equity and justice.
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 investigations of incidents, accidents, and complaints.
Campus Safety Officers must be able to positively interact with a diverse campus community.
They must have a service focus, and 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.
This position actively supports and engages in Pierce College’s goals for equity and inclusion in order to provide access and support for our diverse community of learners and our goal of becoming an anti-racist institution.
About the District Pierce College enjoys a strong presence in the community and participates in innumerable partnerships with business, community, government, and educational organizations.
Want a feel for our District.
Take a peek with aerial campus views! Pierce College Fort Steilacoom Located on a beautiful 140-acre site adjacent to a 340-acre community, recreational park, and Waughop Lake.
Pierce College Puyallup Located on an expansive site with 125-acres of wooded land with beautiful hideaways.
Pierce College at JBLM Located at the Joint Base Lewis-McChord military sites, serving many of our military and active-duty families that are serving our country.
Essential Functions The Campus Safety Officer will be responsible for the following, but not limited to: Respond to emergencies, accidents, altercations, alarms or disturbances Assist with evacuations and crowd control.
Follow Pierce College District policies and procedures, Department policy, and State law.
Act as a CLERY Campus Security Authority.
Reports incidents to law enforcement as necessary Secure areas of interest until authorities arrive.
Assists law enforcement personnel upon request.
Operate communications equipment, answer telephone inquiries, take reports of incidents, inspect and operate alarms, access control, and video surveillance systems.
Patrol on foot or in patrol vehicle Enforce institution laws and policies.
Inspect buildings and grounds for prowlers, damage, vandalism, or other crimes.
Inspect doors and gates to ensure campus security.
Investigate accidents and crimes, administer first aid; issue citations for violations; gather evidence; locate witnesses; appear in court as required.
Control access to facilities Identify property damage, equipment malfunctions, utility failures, or any other unusual, dangerous or suspicious situations.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education Required High School Diploma or GED.
Experience Required Two (2) years' experience in public safety, law enforcement, or security OR equivalent combination of experience and education.
Special Requirements The successful candidate must consent to and pass a criminal background check after a conditional offer of employment.
Must possess a valid Washington driver's license upon hire.
Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid, and AED certification within three (3) months of hire.
Ability and willingness to work all shifts as well as weekends and holidays.
Required Competencies Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in writing and orally.
Ability to listen attentively, communicate clearly, and identify issues.
Ability to contribute and support the contributions of others while pursuing common goals in work settings.
Ability to assess needs, provide services, and adhere to quality standards while providing customer assistance to faculty, staff, and students.
Ability to coordinate resources and tasks, delegate, negotiate, manage time, and personnel management of others.
Demonstrated skills and abilities such as deductive reasoning, judgment and decision-making, originality, and critical thinking while synthesizing information to develop creative or innovative solutions.
Ability to organize information and shift between multiple activities or sources of information.
Awareness of what's happening in your work environment and with projects you're working on.
Ability to train employees on specific aspects of their jobs, including emergencies, even if they aren't official or formal trainers.
Ability to detect differences in how things look or sound, such as operating specialized machinery or technology and reacting to warning signs or alarms.
Ability to operate/learn office software, access control systems, records management systems, and other Campus Safety databases and systems.
Model and maintain the values of candor, openness, inclusiveness, and honesty; advocate to build and maintain the trust of others.
Application Process To be considered for this position, applicants must: Meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement.
Complete the online application profile at: https://www.
pierce.
ctc.
edu/hr.
Apply for the specific job opening.
Upload (attach) detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience.
(Résumé) Upload (attach) a list of at least three (3) professional references with names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses.
One of which must be your current or most recent supervisor.
Letters of recommendation will not be accepted.
References) Provide a response to the following question.
(Supplemental Question) Briefly describe how you have worked in your previous or current positions to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion in your organizations and how you would do that in this position.
Please limit your response to 500 words or less.
Special Note To ensure consideration, application materials should be received no later than 5:00 p.
m.
on the closing date.
All correspondence regarding your application status will be sent to the email address associated with your NeoEd account.
Please make sure to check your spam folder periodically, in the case of an automated, incorrect delivery.
Terms of Employment Pierce College is recruiting to fill multiple vacancies within the District, to include the campuses at Fort Steilacoom and Puyallup.
This is a part-time (approximately 17 hours per week, not to exceed 69 hours per month) classified, overtime- eligible position with Pierce College District.
This position is permanent after serving a 6-month probationary period.
Occasional travel to Pierce College campuses or sites may occur.
Work hours include eight-hour varying weekend shifts with some holidays.
There are also opportunities to work during weekday shifts when available.
This position may be subject to reassignment between campuses or sites.
Shifts with the majority of time worked between 5:00pm and 7:00am will receive a shift premium of $1.
00 per hour.
Salary & Benefits The starting salary of this position is $24.
61 an hour dependent upon qualifications, with periodic increments up to $29.
97 an hour.
This position is not eligible for healthcare benefits.
Physical Work Environment This position is required to work indoor and outdoor during inclement and extreme weather conditions.
This position will patrol the campus in a Pierce College patrol vehicle.
The Campus Safety Officer will be responsible for responding to incidents involving accidents, injuries, altercations and various hazardous situations (i.
e.
workplace violence, HAZMAT, and natural disasters).
Safety requirements include use of personal protective equipment (PPE), First Aid, CPR, AED certification, Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC) compliance.
The incumbent must have the ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the position, which include walking, sitting, standing, or driving for a scheduled work shift; the ability to respond quickly on foot across the campus over varied terrain using stairs and up inclines; and ability to communicate and perform duties immediately upon arrival.
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.
Conditions of Employment Pierce College is a “fully vaccinated campus” under the state’s higher education guidance, which means that COVID-19 vaccination is highly encouraged for all employees and students.
Prior to the start of employment, finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.
Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment.
Disclosure is required under Washington State Law RCW 28B.
112.
080.
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.
Bargaining Unit This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the Washington Public Employee Association (WPEA).
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, contact Human Resources 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 Deena Forsythe - Vice President for Human Resources 253-964-6586 Paula Henson-Williams - District Affirmative Action Officer 253-864-3229