Security Officer Locksmith Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $23.57 Hourly
Location : Gilroy Campus
Job Type: Substitute
Job Number: 202500086
Department: Security
Opening Date: 09/10/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: CS
Definition
Part-Time Temporary Position
Up to 29 hours per week, non-benefitted
Classified Salary Schedule, Track 10
(Currently: $23.57 per hour)
Under general supervision, to patrol campus buildings, facilities and grounds; to observe, report and investigate incidents and suspicious activities, ensuring the security and safety of property and persons; and to perform related duties as assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Responsibilities of this class include individual patrol of the campus to ensure the security of all facilities, buildings, grounds, staff, students and the public during an assigned shift.
Ideal Candidate:
We are seeking a candidate with excellent customer service experience, the ability to remain calm in emergency situations, able to defuse tense situations with others, and a working knowledge of self-defense and first aid. Security Officer must be able to follow protocol, even in difficult situations. Needs to be an excellent verbal and written communicator, work well as part of a team and be a self-starter. Prefer experience with previous law enforcement or security position in a community college setting. Position could require working alone at multiple college locations late at night. Possess the ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines.
Essential Duties

• Patrols the campus grounds, buildings and facilities during an assigned shift, following an established route; ensures the security and safety of property and persons; patrols on foot as well as by vehicle•
• Identifies intruders, recognizes safety violations and controls access to the campus;
• Ensures that doors and gates are locked after the close of the day's activities; arms and disarms security alarms; locks and unlocks buildings and facilities; identifies malfunctioning locks and calls locksmith;
• Investigates and reports unusual, suspicious or dangerous circumstances; and removes safety hazards; looks for and reports to appropriate supervisor any unsafe conditions;
• Enforces campus traffic and parking regulations as well as federal, state and local laws pertaining to the campus environment;
• Issues citations and may make citizen arrests in specific situations; evaluates situations and determines need for outside law enforcement or involve other Campus authority;
• Takes complaints from faculty, administrative staff, students and the public; investigates complaint, reports outcome, and communicates information to parties involved;
• Communicates and cooperates with representatives of local law enforcement and fire agencies;
• Assists in traffic and crowd control for campus events and activities;
• Assists with campus emergency situations, such as bomb threats, alarms or accidents; administers first aid or CPR as required;
• Responds to the intrusion of wild or stray animals on campus; writes and posts bulletins; and contacts authorities;
• May testify in court regarding an incident or emergency;
• Maintains logs and records, and prepares incident reports;
• Maintains motor vehicle in a clean and orderly condition; reports the need for repair;
• Maintains parking meters or schedules repairs by vendors; transports money as assigned
• Creates forms and maintains security information and procedure manuals;
• Reviews citations, obtains corrections, and coordinates processing;
• Maintains the alarm code list, adds and trains new users; troubleshoots, disarms, and coordinates servicing of alarm systems and equipment; and train other officers as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience
Knowledge of:

• Basic law enforcement and security patrol principles and practices.
• Interpretations of federal, state, local laws and ordinances as applied to campus environment.
• Traffic and parking rules and regulations.
• Basic record keeping and report writing practices.

Skill in:

• Independently patrolling campus grounds and facilities.
• Recognizing unusual, dangerous or emergency situations and taking appropriate action.
• Handling unpredictable or tense situations which may involve aggressive, angry or mentally ill individuals.
• Understanding, interpreting and applying various rules, ordinances and laws.
• Exercising sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing basic reports of a quality that can be presented in court.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work including individuals from various ethnic and socioeconomic groups.
• Handling the physical demands of an active, outdoor job. Performing basic first aid and CPR.
• Performing multiple tasks and conflicting demands.

Other Requirements: Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record; must be willing to work weekends, holidays and off-hour shifts and be willing to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions; must obtain first aid and CPR certificates.
ILLUSTRATIVE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A typical way to obtain the above knowledge and skill is a combination of education and experience equivalent to: Completion of high school, and two years of security patrol experience. College coursework in law enforcement, administration of justice or criminology may be substituted for the experience on a year for year basis.
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: The physical abilities involved in the performance of essential duties are: Strength and agility to perform foot patrol and security officer duties; sight and color vision to patrol, observe and describe; hearing for perceiving alarms and accidents; speech and hearing for communicating, instructing and reporting; smell to detect fumes and hazards; mobility and agility to patrol in a variety of settings and respond quickly and effectively to situations; manual dexterity for writing, typing and using hand tools; lifting up to 40 pounds to move barricades and equipment. This work is performed outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
NON-DISCRIMINATION: Gavilan College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/Title IX/Employer of Disabled, committed to hiring a diverse staff. All qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or marital status are encouraged to apply. If you have a verifiable disability and require accommodation to complete an application, please contact the Human Resources Office at (408) 852-2823
APPLICATION PROCESS:
You can now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link! After viewing the Job Description, click the 'Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can upload it from a saved document on your computer, or manually enter your personal information.
Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted.
It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications will be rejected if incomplete.
Please be aware, the District does not reimburse for expenses related to the recruitment process.
All applicants for faculty and academic administrator positions must meet the minimum qualifications for the discipline as specified in Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges, published by the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges. All degrees and credits earned in fulfillment of minimum requirements must be from accredited institutions. Applicants who do not meet the minimum stated educational qualifications may apply for equivalency by submitting the Supplemental Application for Equivalency.
FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS
For positions requiring a degree, all foreign degree credentials must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Credential Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered. Not attaching your Foreign Credential Evaluation will render your application incomplete. Evaluations should provide the name of the institution attended, a description of your credentials, the major field of study, and the U.S. equivalent for each credential. For a list of evaluating agencies, visit the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Note: Even if you obtained your graduate degree(s) in the U.S., you must attach a Foreign Credential Evaluation for your undergraduate degree if it was obtained outside the U.S.
For technical assistance, please contact NEOED's Applicant Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com if your needing help with your online applicant account. Applicant Support is available between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.
The district provides an excellent benefits package for full-time employees. The benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your eligible dependents and life insurance on your behalf in the amount of $50,000. The district also offers a Section 125 program that allows participation in pre-tax reimbursable medical and dependent care cost programs. Additionally, the district offers a 1% matching contribution to CalPERS 457 deferred compensation program to enhance your retirement options.
Part-time employees who work an average of 25 hours per week over the course of a year, may choose to receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
01
Do you have a High School diploma or GED or College coursework in law enforcement, administration of justice or criminology?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have at least 2 years of security patrol experience?

• Yes
• No

03
This position requires a valid California driver's license. Do you currently possess a valid California driver's license?

• Yes, I currently have a valid California driver's license.
• No, but I am eligible to obtain one if offered the position.
• No, I do not possess a valid California driver's license.

04
This position requires working both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. If selected, would you be willing and able to work in these environments?

• Yes
• No

05
This position requires working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. If selected for this position, are you willing to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions?

• Yes
• No

06
This position requires first aid and CPR certificates. If selected, would you be willing and able to obtain these certifications?

• Yes
• No

07
Describe your commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility and anti-racism and how your experiences have prepared you to advance our District's and state's commitment to these values.
08
I have read and understand that all required attachments must be included with my online application and submitted by the close date and time in order to move forward in the recruitment process. I understand that I will be disqualified from the recruitment process if all required documents are not submitted (with this application) by the close date and time. I understand that if I attach a resume and/or cover letter in lieu of completing any portion of the application, my application is incomplete and will not be considered for this examination, and my application will not be further processed. This statement applies to all applicants, including current Gavilan College employees.I understand that if I submit more than one application, my newest application will be considered, and all others will be considered duplicates and will not be reviewed.I have read the above statements carefully and understand them to their fullest.

• Yes
• No

09
I understand that I must provide a working email address on my application where I will receive notifications regarding the status of my application and if selected for interview, I will be email notified to self-schedule my interview.

• Yes
• No

10
I understand that recruitment-related notifications may be sent to my email account's junk or spam folder. It is my responsibility to monitor these folders after the position's closing date to ensure I do not miss any communications regarding the status of my application or interview scheduling.

• Yes
• No

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