Part-Time Campus Safety Officer - Weekends

Position Summary Position Summary: Pierce College is looking to fill two Part-Time Campus Safety Weekend Officer vacancies.

One vacancy is at the Fort Steilacoom (Lakewood) campus, and one vacancy is at the Puyallup campus.

The mission of Pierce College is to create quality educational opportunities to a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world.

The Pierce College District is committed to being an anti-racist institution; to truly be anti-racist we must work deliberately to eliminate barriers that have prevented the most promising and capable students from entering and thriving in college.

We work to ensure that every student in the Pierce College District feels valued, respected, and inspired to achieve their goals.

We provide a brave space for Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQ/QTPOC students, students with disabilities, and all students and staff to seek refuge, and an opportunity for them to cultivate their strengths, intelligence, resilience, and creativity.

To learn more about our Equity, Engagement, and Belonging efforts, please visit: Campus Safety Officers provide for the safety and security of the College community by protecting college property, buildings, grounds, equipment, and other assets, located on campus grounds or other owned or leased property.

This position takes and processes reports, obtains witness statements and conducts initial investigations of incidents, accidents, and complaints.

Officers must be able to positively interact with a diverse campus community and have a service focus.

Officers are required to respond to emergency and crisis situations within the capabilities and limits of the Department's authority.

Officers are designated as "Essential Persons" and are required to report to work during emergencies.

Campus Safety Officers report directly to the Campus Safety Sergeant and these positions require regular and consistent attendance.

About the District: Named as a Top 5 Finalist and a Rising Star for the 2019 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, Pierce College Fort Steilacoom was recognized for exceptional achievements in student learning, certificate and degree completion while in community college and after transferring to a four-year institution, employment and earnings rates after graduation, and access for and success of minority and low-income students.

Pierce College District was named as a Top 10 finalist for the 2021 Aspen Prize and a Top 25 for 2023.

Want a feel for our District?Take a peek with aerial campus views!

Pierce College Fort Steilacoom Located on a beautiful 140-acre site adjacent to a 340-acre community, recreational park, and Waughop Lake.

Pierce College Puyallup Located on an expansive site with 125-acres of wooded land with beautiful hideaways.

Pierce College at JBLM Located at the Joint Base Lewis-McChord military sites, serving many of our military and active-duty families that are serving our country.

Essential Functions Essential Functions: General Patrol Duties * Patrol on foot or in patrol vehicle to enforce institution laws and policies.

* Inspect buildings and grounds for prowlers, damage, vandalism, or other crimes.

Inspect doors and gates to ensure campus security.

* Direct and regulate traffic and parking.

Investigate accidents and crimes, administer first aid; issue citations for violations; gather evidence; locate witnesses; appear in court as required.

* Operate communications equipment, answer telephone inquiries, take reports of incidents, inspect and operate alarms, access control, and video surveillance systems.

* Assist law enforcement as needed.

* Report crimes to law enforcement and secures crime scenes.

* Act as a Clery Campus Security Authority.

* Follow Pierce College District policies and procedures, Department policy and State law.

* Receive and process lost and found property.

* Control access to facilities; identify property damage, equipment malfunctions, utility failures, or any other unusual, dangerous or suspicious situation.

* Responds to emergencies, accidents, altercations, alarms or disturbances; assists with evacuations and crowd control.

* Assists the campus community by providing services such as vehicle unlocks, escorts, battery jumps, and building unlocks.

* Issues parking permits, access cards and keys as directed.

Lead Duties * Leading, training, coaching, mentoring, and checking the work of hourly officers and interns.

College & Department Support * Attend meetings, trainings, professional development, district events, etc.

* Participate in district shared governance through committee participation and/or other engagement.

* Other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Education: * GED or Highschool Diploma Required Experience: * Two years of work experienceOR equivalent combination of experience and education Education to Experience Equivalences: Associates Degree = 2 years Bachelors Degree = 4 years Masters Degree = 5 years Special Requirements * The successful candidate must consent to and pass a criminal background check after a conditional offer of employment.

Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

* A valid Washington driver's license (at time of hire). * Ability to obtain and maintain CPR, AED, first aid certifications within 120 days of employment.

* Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check.

* Ability to successfully complete a driver's record check.

* Ability to perform the physical and mental demands of the position.

Required Competencies Accountability and Dependability * Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieves results with little oversight.

Arrives for work on time and follows instructions, policies and procedures.

Meets productivity standards, deadlines, and work schedules.

Acknowledges mistakes and takes appropriate steps to make corrections.

Integrity and Ethics * Is consistently honest and professional in all interactions, respects the opinions of others, and maintains confidentiality as required by policy and law.

Adaptability and Flexibility * Adapts to changing needs, conditions, and work responsibilities.

Responds positively to change and is able to multi task and resolve complex issues in a calm manner.

Diversity * Must have the ability to exhibit tolerance to others, recognize the value of cultural, ethnic, gender and other differences.

Respond to others appropriately in the workplace while showing mutual respect.

Recognize and manage personal bias.

Knowledge and Ability to Learn * Must know and be able to apply the law, policy and rules governing campus activities and campus safety.

Must know or be able to learn to administer first aid and operate firefighting equipment.

Must be able to learn to operate office software, access control systems, records management systems, and other Campus Safety databases and systems.

Teamwork * Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals by knowing and supporting teammates work.

Help teammates who need assistance, encourage team units through sharing information and expertise.

Works together to solve problems and puts team success first.

Service Focus * Builds and maintains customer satisfaction, seeks ways to improve service delivery, addresses the quality of services from the customer's point of view.

Goes the extra mile to provide excellent service.

Communication * Diplomatically handles challenging or intense interpersonal situations by working through difficult or stressful situations in a positive manner.

Exercises tack and discretion in conversations and sharing of information with others.

Communicates clearly and effectively verbally and in writing.

Officer Presence * Instills confidence and competence by wearing the issued uniform in a professional and prescribed manner.

Presents a professional appearance and demeanor which makes the campus community feel safe.

Attention to Detail * Diligently attends to the details and pursues quality in accomplishing tasks by preforming tasks with care.

Checks work to ensure completeness and thoroughness.

Application Process Application Requirements: To be considered for this position, applicants must: * Meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement.

* Complete the online application profile at: * Apply for the specific job opening.

* Upload (attach) a cover letter that addresses how you meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement.

(Cover Letter) * Upload (attach) detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience.

(Résumé) * Transcripts are not required in order to apply for this position;however, if you are selected for an interview, you will be asked to bring copies of unofficial transcripts showing completion of the required level of education.Please upload current copies of your transcripts, if available.

Unofficial copies of all college and university transcripts must include degree received and conferral date.

International transcripts must include a foreign transcript evaluation.

For a list of approved credential evaluation services visit: transcripts acceptable for application process; official transcripts required upon hire). (Transcripts) * Upload (attach) a list of at least three (3) professional references with names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses.

At least one reference must be your current or most recent supervisor.

Letters of recommendation will not be accepted.(References) * Provide a response to the following question.(Supplemental Question):"How does this position impact the College's goal to support all students and to achieve racial and social equity in pursuit of mission?

"Please limit your response to a maximum of 500 words.

* For definitions of certain equity, engagement, and belonging language, please visit: Special Note: To ensure consideration, application materials should be received no later than 5:00 p.m.

on the closing date.

All correspondence regarding your application status will be sent to the email address associated with your NEOED account.

Please make sure to check your spam folder periodically, in the case of an automated, incorrect delivery.

Terms of Employment: This is a part-time (approximately 17 hours per week, not to exceed 69 hours per month) classified, overtime-eligible position with the Pierce College District.

This position is permanent after serving a six (6) month probationary period.

Occasional travel to Pierce College campuses or sites may occur.

Work hours include eight-hour varying weekend shifts with some holidays.

There are also opportunities to work during weekday shifts when available.

This position may be subject to reassignment between campuses or sites.

This position requires regular and consistent attendance.

* Shifts with the majority of time worked between 5:00pm and 7:00am will receive a shift premium of $2.50 per hour.

Salary & Benefits: The starting salary range for this position is $25.34 to $30.86 an hour withannual increments up to the top of the range.

Most candidates will start at $25.34 an hour.The salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and related experience.This position is not eligible for healthcare benefits.

Physical Work Environment: This position is required to work indoors in an open office environment, which requires visual concentration on detail, dexterity, precision, and is subject to frequent noise and interruptions.

Reasonable Accommodation: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application and employment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.

Requests should be made to the District Human Resources Office by calling . Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.

Screening & Interview Process: Only those candidates who have complied with the application process and meet the required qualifications will be considered.

Following the review of application materials, the most qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Check the email account you used for the application process for communication regarding the status of your application.

Application materials submitted to Pierce College are the property of the College and will not be returned.Please note:This is a competitive selection process.

Your application materials will be reviewed and evaluated based on the minimum qualifications listed for the position.

Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the District's needs will be eligible for further consideration.

Conditions of Employment: Prior to the start of employment, finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.

Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.As this position would also do contracted work for the Department of Corrections (DOC), the DOC will conduct a background to ensure the incumbent is eligible to work in their facilities and work with incarcerated individuals.Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment.

Disclosure is required under Washington State Law RCW 28B.112.080.An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the District to sponsor an H-1B visa.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.Pierce College has adopted a Drug Free Workplace policy.

As a condition of employment, employees must agree to abide by the requirements established in that policy.

Bargaining Unit: This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the Washington Public Employee Association (WPEA). Equal Opportunity: The Pierce College District is an equal opportunity employer.

The Board of Trustees and Pierce College District are committed to providing equal opportunity and will not discriminate in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices.

Decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

For more information about this position or assistance regarding your application, contact Human Resources at: Questions regarding equal employment opportunities or discrimination may be directed to the following: Sean Cooke - Title IX Coordinator Davi Kallman - ADACO/Section 504 Coordinator Deena Forsythe - InterimVice President for Human Resources Paula Henson-Williams -District Affirmative Action Officer