Office of Human Resources

The university safety officer serves to assist higher command and is responsible for the general protection of the community and the campus facilities. The officer may serve as an on-site supervisor or watch commander, and will patrol the campus to pro-actively remove opportunities for crimes to occur. This is an emergency response position and at any time there may be a need to immediately respond to security, safety, life threatening, or other urgent situations.

High school diploma. Bachelor’s degree or 60 units of college preferred. Required certification: Guard card, tear gas, collapsible baton, 1st aid, CPR, and AED. The guard card, CPR, 1st aid, and AED must be in possession at to the time of hire. Tear gas, and collapsible baton certification required within the 1st month of employment.

Must have no criminal record. Must possess a current CA driver license. Previous college and/or university campus safety/security/law enforcement experience preferred or equivalent on the job experience.

 Strong and exceptional customer service skills and interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.  Ability to work shift assignments as required by the department, which could include working holidays and weekends.  Ability to conduct crime deterrence and prevention programs.  Knowledge of laws, regulations, methods, and techniques in area of specialty.  Ability to react calmly and effectively in all situations.  Skills in the use of first aid procedures.  Skill in building security and lock procedures.  Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.  Ability to make judgment calls on sensitive, confidential issues.  A thorough knowledge of: Business English and arithmetic; general office methods, procedures and practices.  Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate multiple projects.  Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.  Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.  Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.  Strong organizational skills and detailed oriented.  Ability to maintain confidentiality.  Excellent telephone courtesy knowledge and experience.  Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.  Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.  Ability to investigate and analyze information and to draw conclusions.  Must possess and maintain a clean and valid California Driver’s License.

Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail. Able to exercise independent judgment and discretion; problem solving. Ability to perform under pressure. Ability to learn procedures and retain information. In agreement with the purpose and mission of Azusa Pacific University in providing a Christian-based higher education for its students.

Must be in good physical condition. Able to walk long distances, bicycle, run, climb, stoop, bend, stand for long periods of time and life heavy objects (50 lbs.) over head. Hearing and speaking demands. Possess the physical strength to restrain, control and handcuff a combative person. Be able to adjust to varied work shifts.

Computer monitor, reading, inspecting.

Pleasant office setting; varied weather condition when involved in outdoor activities.

Full-time position. Excellent benefits. Salary will be determined based upon experience and qualifications.