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City of Salem, OR

Police Transport Officer

Salem, OR · On-site

$49.92/hr

Temporary/Seasonal (Part-Time) Job Number: 26-Temp-0443-05 Department: Police Department Org ... As a Transport Officer, you will: * Monitor and maintain security in detention and holding cell ...

Asante

Security Officer

Medford, OR · On-site

$21.86 - $28.23/hr

Valid Temporary or Permanent Unarmed or Armed Security Certification from the Department of Public Safety and Standards Training is required upon start. * DL: Possession of a valid Driver's License ...

Asante

Security Officer

Medford, OR · On-site

$21.86 - $28.23/hr

Valid Temporary or Permanent Unarmed or Armed Security Certification from the Department of Public Safety and Standards Training is required upon start. * ODL: Possession of a valid Oregon Driver ...

The Bronx

Individual Giving Officer

Portland, OR · On-site

$77 - $81/hr

Position Overview The Individual Giving Officer will cultivate, engage, and steward a portfolio of ... temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best ...

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Campus Safety Officer (Temporary, On-Call)

Oregon Tech

Klamath Falls, OR • On-site

$20.62/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Enforce university, state, city, and federal rules, regulations, and policies related to safety and protection of persons and property on campus.

  • Respond to emergencies, prevent crimes, investigate violations, and detain offenders as necessary.

  • Provide instruction and training to the campus community when required and enforce parking policies.

Oregon Institute Of Technology rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

82nd of 631 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Posting Details
Position Details
Position Type
Classified
Working Title
Campus Safety Officer (Temporary, On-Call)
Classification Title
Campus Security/Public Safety Officer
College/Division
Finance and Administration
Department
Security
Hiring Unit
Work Location
Klamath Falls
Appointment FTE (%)
N/A
Position Terms/Mo
12
Full/Part time
Part Time
Annual Salary
Hourly rate of $20.62
Position Summary
Department Summary
The Campus Safety department administers the university's security and parking programs. The department promotes security on Oregon Tech campuses through emergency and non-emergency response services, problem solving, and enforcement of appropriate laws, rules, and regulations. The Campus Safety department also provides service functions such as crime prevention and crime reporting programs.
Position Summary
Campus Safety invites applications for Temporary, On-Call - Campus Safety Officers.
The purpose of this position is to maintain order and the safety of persons and property on the Oregon Tech campus by enforcing the University, state, city and federal rules, regulations and policies relating to the safety and protection of students, staff, faculty and visitors. This is accomplished through emergency response, prevention and investigation of crimes and violations of federal and state laws along with university policies and detaining of offenders.
The Campus Safety Officer also provides the campus community with instruction and training when required and enforces Oregon Tech parking policies.
Incumbent shall maintain broad availability to work hours across all shifts and times to backfill and/or supplement uniform operations as deemed necessary by the Director - Campus Safety (i.e., athletic/special events, vacancies, vacations, sick time, etc.). This position requires that the incumbent shall be consistently responsive to all work requests some of which may be communicated with minimal or no advanced notice.
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.
Additional Requirements
  • High school diploma or successful completion of GED program.
  • One year of security or law enforcement experience.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license.
  • Possession of or the ability to obtain CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications within two months of hire.
  • Submit to and successfully clear pre-employment psychological evaluation
  • Submit to and successfully clear background check through Oregon Tech Human Resources
  • Successful completion of Campus Safety Officer field training program within two months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate's degree or higher in Criminal Justice.
  • Experience and certifications in FEMA courses specifically centered in Incident Command/NIMS and/or Emergency Management.
  • Public safety/security experience on a university or community college environment.
  • Taser certified.

Application Information
Recruitment Type
External
Application Screening Begins
01/06/2024
Job Posting Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicant
Collected applications will receive an initial review as of January 6, 2024. Multiple hires may be pulled from this pool; therefore, applications will be collected until a satisfactory applicant pool has been achieved. Applications collected after the initial review date may not receive consideration depending upon the status of the applicant pool.
To apply, submit an application and upload the following elements:
Required Elements:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
Optional Elements:
1. Transcripts (Unofficial)
2. License and/or certifications
3. Media file
4. Portfolio
5. Professional References List
For more information, please reach out to Doug Tripp, doug.tripp@oit.edu
Background/Pre-Employment Check
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory background check, motor vehicle check, physical abilities check, and/or any other conditions of employment contained in the vacancy announcement.
AA/EEO Statement
Oregon Tech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring, or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion or creed, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis in law.
Oregon Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Human Resource at 541-885-1028 or oithr@oit.edu.

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