Campus Security / Public Safety Officer
Date application must be received for priority consideration by : September 17, 2025 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date : October 6, 2025 Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled : Job Family Group : Support Staff Support Staff Classification Title : Campus Security / Public Safety Officer Division / Department : Finance and Administration / Campus Public Safety Compensation Range (commensurate with experience) : Salary Range 22, Step 1-3, $23.18 - $25.44 / hourly or $4,018 - $4,409 / monthly @ 1.0 FTE FLSA Status : Non-Exempt Appointment Basis : 12-month Time Type : Full-time Benefits Eligible : Yes Renewable / Non-renewable / Grants / Limited Duration : Renewable This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License : Yes This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check : Yes Remote Work Type : On-campus Work Hours : CPS is on duty 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Position is expected to conform to flexible schedules that may include eight (8), ten (10), and twelve (12) hour shifts.
Campus Public Safety serves Southern Oregon University in providing a safe and secure campus environment for University staff, faculty, students, residents, and visitors, as well as protecting campus property. The department achieves this mission by recommending, and enforcing related campus policies and procedures while providing appropriate training for University personnel and students. The Department patrols, investigates criminal activities and takes enforcement action for violations of local and state law while working in concert with outside law enforcement agencies.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum Qualifications are not established for this classification. The appointing authority is responsible for recruitment and selection. Refer to Personnel Rule 105-43-005.
- Required training may include, but is not necessarily limited to : first aid or first responder medical training, CPR training, crisis intervention techniques, fire or emergency response techniques, special driver training, physical fitness training, or the basic course(s) provided by the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training.
- Must be able to successfully pass a criminal history and background check.
- Possession of a valid Oregon driver's license and clearance to drive Oregon state owned vehicles or the ability to obtain by the date of hire.
- Ability to obtain current Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training Certification within 6 months of hire.
Preferred Requirements
Demonstrated skills in an institutional / educational environment.BA / BS Degree in criminal justice or related field.Knowledge of how a Campus Public Safety Department operates.Essential Functions
Duties - The following examples are typical work activities that are meant to illustrate the general range of work functions and are not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive :
(30%) Duties Include
Vehicle and foot patrol of University grounds and buildings.Ensures the security of the buildings.Observes persons and conditions and provides assistance when necessary (e.g., information, directions, access to buildings, late night escort, etc.)(25%) Duties Include
Responds to complaints and conducts effective comprehensive investigations to aid in the prosecution of suspects and / or the administering of SOU sanctions for prohibited conduct.Takes enforcement action when appropriate.Maintains personal log of all on-duty activities, noting date, time, location and circumstances of all incidents; writes complete standardized report of all accidents, injuries, crimes, or other reportable matters; reports any and all unusual conditions or occurrences to supervisor.(15%) Duties Include
Provides assistance to the public, students, faculty and staff by being a problem solver and performing community caretaker functions (e.g. assists drivers with jump starts).(10%) Duties Include
Works with student agents by training, supervising and coordinating special projects to be determined as the need arises.(10%) Duties Include
Responds to emergencies on campus and works with other public safety agencies to mitigate the situation.Responds to situations representing a threat to persons or property (e.g., break-ins, fights, drug activity, etc.); may intervene to prevent injury, and call for police assistance as necessary.(10%) Duties Include
Performs office duties, enforces parking violations, assists with servicing parking meters, assists with maintaining and editing Parking Web page and fills in for support staff when necessary.Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Excellent communication skills; demonstrated ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing.Demonstrated customer service experience requiring a very high level of diplomacy and professionalism to effectively handle a broad range of sensitive interpersonal situations.Demonstrated ability to interpret and consistently apply a wide variety of complex policies and procedures where specific guidelines may not always exist.Expressed ability to work with frequent changes in policies and procedures, under pressure of deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Strong analytical and research skills; demonstrated ability to gather, evaluate, and to develop well-reasoned conclusions and recommendations.Demonstrated ability to proactively assess work operations and anticipate potential problems; ability to develop and implement strategies for preventing / resolving problems.Great ability to effectively perform work of a highly sensitive and confidential nature that requires access to information. Must be able to exercise sound judgment and discretion, tact, and diplomacy.Takes initiative in independently planning, organizing, and performing work assignments within broadly defined parametersDemonstrated ability to work with a high level of productivity and accuracy / attention to detail.Excellent organizational and time management skills with the demonstrated ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.Expressed skill to independently analyze software functionality through technical documents, and design and document efficient / effective work processes; ability to independently analyze software problems, test probable causes, and recommend sound solutions.Excellent computer skills and proficiency with a variety of computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, online systems, social media platforms, Internet as well as online calendaring and email.Demonstrated ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere in and outside the University with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.Willingness to and work effectively in a heavily bureaucratic environment which requires regular interaction with a number of levels within the organization and multiple outside agencies.Working knowledge or ability to quickly learn, university infrastructure, policies, and procedures.Demonstrated ability to provide training and direction to student assistants.Demonstrated skills in an institutional / educational environment utilizing a customer-oriented and service-centered attitude.Knowledge of investigative techniques and procedures.General knowledge of first aid. Ability to render assistance in accordance with procedures.General knowledge of crime prevention. Ability to assess hazardous situations and determine an appropriate course of action.Familiarization with current briefing information, orders directives, and bulletins.Physical Demand
Officers work a variety of shifts in all weather conditions. They patrol campus in vehicles and on foot. Officers are expected to be in good physical shape so they can defend themselves and others if necessary. Officers may have to move people that are immobile in times of emergencies.Special Conditions
Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site for occasional professional development.Must be able to work additional hours and adjust working hours to meet special jobs. May be called back periodically to perform work as needed on an emergency basis.Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check.This position classification has been defined as non-exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).