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Campus Safety Officer

Romeoville, IL · On-site

$17.50 - $24.25/hr

Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. POSITION SUMMARY Campus Safety Officers are non-sworn ...

Campus Safety Officer

Joliet, IL · On-site

$16.75 - $23/hr

Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. POSITION SUMMARY Campus Safety Officers are non-sworn ...

Campus Safety Officer

Morris, IL · On-site

$16.75 - $23/hr

Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. POSITION SUMMARY Campus Safety Officers are non-sworn ...

Campus Safety Officer

Joliet, IL · On-site

$16.75 - $23/hr

Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. POSITION SUMMARY Campus Safety Officers are non-sworn ...

Campus Safety Officer

Romeoville, IL

$17.50 - $24.25/hr

Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. POSITION SUMMARY Campus Safety Officers are non-sworn ...

Campus Safety Officer

Joliet, IL

$16.75 - $23/hr

Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. POSITION SUMMARY Campus Safety Officers are non-sworn ...

Campus Safety Officer

Morris, IL

$16.75 - $23/hr

Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. POSITION SUMMARY Campus Safety Officers are non-sworn ...

Campus Safety Officer

Campus, IL

$16.75 - $23.25/hr

Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. POSITION SUMMARY Campus Safety Officers are non-sworn ...

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How much do junior safety officer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior safety officer in the United States is $52,462.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $57,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a junior safety officer do?

A Junior Safety Officer assists in monitoring and enforcing health and safety regulations within a workplace. Their main responsibilities include conducting safety inspections, identifying potential hazards, and ensuring that employees follow safety protocols. They also help with safety training sessions and maintain records of incidents or accidents. Junior Safety Officers typically work under the supervision of more experienced safety professionals and play a crucial role in promoting a safe working environment, especially in industries like construction, manufacturing, or healthcare.

What is the difference between Junior Safety Officer vs Safety Coordinator?

AspectJunior Safety OfficerSafety Coordinator
CertificationsOSHA 10/30-hour, basic safety trainingOSHA 10/30-hour, safety management courses
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, manufacturing plants, industrial settingsOffice-based, site visits, safety meetings
Employer UsageEntry-level safety role, assisting safety teamsOversees safety programs, implements policies

The Junior Safety Officer typically performs entry-level safety tasks under supervision, focusing on compliance and hazard identification. In contrast, a Safety Coordinator has more responsibility for developing safety programs and coordinating safety efforts across projects. Both roles require safety certifications and work in similar environments, but the Safety Coordinator usually has more experience and authority in safety management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a junior safety officer?

To thrive as a Junior Safety Officer, you need a solid understanding of occupational health and safety regulations, risk assessment, and incident reporting, often backed by a relevant diploma or certification like NEBOSH or OSHA. Familiarity with safety management systems, hazard identification tools, and incident tracking software is typically required. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work well within teams help Junior Safety Officers effectively promote a safe working environment. These skills are crucial for ensuring compliance, reducing workplace accidents, and fostering a culture of safety across the organization.

What are some typical challenges a junior safety officer might face during their first year on the job?

As a Junior Safety Officer, one common challenge is gaining the trust and cooperation of more experienced staff while enforcing safety protocols. You may also encounter situations where you must balance regulatory compliance with practical, on-the-ground realities, which requires strong communication and problem-solving skills. Additionally, learning to identify hazards and respond quickly to incidents can be overwhelming at first, but support from senior team members and regular training will help you grow into the role.
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Infographic showing various Junior Safety Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,462 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

Campus Safety Officer

Joliet Junior College

Romeoville, IL • On-site

$17.50 - $24.25/hr

Other

Posted 5 days ago


Joliet Junior College rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

498th of 617 rated colleges and universities


Job description

Position Title:

Campus Safety Officer

Job Description:

POSITION TITLE: Campus Safety Officer
STATUS: Part time
DEPARTMENT: Campus Police
DIVISION: President's Office
CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt
UNION: TOSSC
REPORTS TO: Chief of Police through chain of command
PLACEMENT: Grade 105
HIRING RANGE: $20.70 - $21.94
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.

POSITION SUMMARY
Campus Safety Officers are non-sworn safety/security officers Maintains a highly visible professional presence on the campus in order to provide various types of immediate assistance to students, employees and visitors of the College. Maintains constant foot patrol, climbs stairs and sits or stands for long period of time. Works during inclement weather. Works at multiple campus locations; follows the various protocols of each campus. Projects a professional image and pleasant personality at all times.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Maintain high visibility on campus locations; act professionally and exhibit a pleasant personality in public.
2. Assist students, staff and visitors; create a customer friendly environment; make suggestions to improve customer service.
3. Monitor the campus for building and patron safety; advise appropriate personnel of situations and/or take appropriate actions. Ask unauthorized individuals to leave the building/grounds; advise on parking violations.
4. Open and close the buildings, individual offices and classrooms and other rooms; report and lock doors.
5. Escort patrons to their vehicles upon request; assist with jump starting disabled vehicles, locked keys in vehicle, etc.
6. Make routine patrols of parking areas and advise on lighting, overnight vehicles, issue parking violations and unsafe or unusual conditions. Report and prepare accident/incident reports. Make safety inspections.
7. Maintain a working knowledge of all campus facilities and operations, campus staff and their vehicles, and sources of information dissemination. Assist with the administration of college policies and regulations.
8. Monitor ingress and egress of the campus; question patrons regarding removal of property from premises; report theft.
9. May respond to all requests for assistance and emergency calls depending on the nature of the emergency situations, assist campus and local police and fire authorities.
10. Direct traffic as needed for graduations or other special events.
11. Serve as a trainer and mentor for new Campus Safety Officer; assist in the training of evacuation plan sector leaders. Assess training efforts and advise on areas of improvement during post training analysis.
12. Cross train to work dispatch center as needed. Process emergency requests for service and dispatch emergency police, fire and other public safety equipment.
13. Participate in achieving departmental and college goals and objectives.
14. Assist in management of any public health matter where enhanced PPE State mandates are in effect or ordered by the state, college or designee.
15. Obtain and maintain required certifications as required by the college or designee.
16. Assume other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Must be 18 years of age and have a High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Must pass a complete personal and criminal background check.
3. Must have a valid driver's license and be able to operate cars and 15 passenger vans.
4. Must be able to walk stairs and conduct prolonged foot patrol indoors and out in all weather conditions.
5. Must be able to assist with the rescue of injured or ill persons or the arrest of criminal offenders.
6. Must be able to work varying shifts at all Joliet Junior College campuses.
7. Must be willing to be trained in CPR, AED, first aid and other emergency response as needed.
8. May be required to cross-train to operate the Dispatch Center.
9. Must successfully complete in-house, field training program.
10. May be required complete training in the use of O.C. spray, expandable baton and handcuffing and arrest procedures if required by Chief of Police.
11. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.
12. Demonstrated commitment to the college's core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
2. Demonstrated multicultural competence.


SELECTION PROCESS
1. Candidates must submit a written application and attend an oral interview if invited. A background check is required by law.
2. No experience is necessary but a strong background in safety/security is desired.

WORK SCHEDULE
1. Variable
2. Twelve (12) month probationary period (per Section 9.4 Probation for New Employees).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
1. Strenuous walking, standing, lifting, and or climbing.
2. Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
3. Ability to control sudden violent or extreme physical acts of others and exhibit rapid mental and muscular coordination.

WORKING CONDITIONS
* Duties are performed outdoors in varying climate conditions and may be subjected to adverse and hazardous conditions.

BENEFITS

Click on the link for information about JJC's Benefits: Technical Office Support Staff Council (TOSSC)-AFT Local 604

Internal candidates must adhere to the terms of employment regarding length of time in current position as outlined in their union contract.

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Union (If Applicable):

TOSSC

Scheduled Hours:

28

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