Student Campus Safety & Parking Guard

Join the Campus Safety & Security team at Eastern Oregon University as a Student Campus Safety & Parking Guard! This role is critical to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment. You will conduct security patrols, monitor surveillance cameras, enforce parking regulations, and assist in responding to emergencies. If you are committed to safety, have strong problem-solving skills, and can work independently, this position offers valuable hands-on experience in the field of campus security.

Supervisors Name & Title	Jim Hoffman, Director of Safety & Security
Student Job Title	Student Campus Safety & Parking Guard
Department	Campus Safety & Security
Position Funding	Department-funded position
Number of Student Positions	1
Job Category	Student employee
Job Level & Compensation/Wage	$15.20 per hour (Level 4)
Job Location	On-campus, in-person
Job Duration	Academic year, potentially extending into summer depending on operational needs and performance
Type of work schedule	Flexible hours required, including night shifts and weekends to ensure coverage during various campus events and routine patrols
Estimated numbers of hours per week	Approximately 15-20 hours, with potential for additional hours during special events or as operational needs arise
Experiential Learning:	As a Campus Safety & Parking Guard, you will gain practical experience in security operations and emergency response. You will develop skills in surveillance, conflict resolution, and safety protocol enforcement. This role offers an excellent opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge from your studies to real-world security tasks, enhancing your understanding of public safety and crisis management.
Professional Development:	This position offers numerous professional development opportunities. You will receive job-specific training provided by the Campus Safety & Security Department and participate in University-wide training events. Additionally, you will have access to multicultural-sponsored training activities, career exploration activities via Career Services, and resume reviews with Career Services and/or WorkSource Oregon. These experiences will help you build professional competencies such as communication, problem-solving, and crisis management, preparing you for diverse career paths in security, law enforcement, and emergency management.
Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions:	– Conduct random and scheduled physical security patrols of the campus and associated buildings and grounds, looking for safety or security issues. – Report findings to the Director or designee and take appropriate action as instructed. – Respond to calls for service received from the security phone or radios. – Provide assistance to others as needed (e.g., give directions, provide access to buildings, provide security escorts). – Provide a uniformed security presence at university and community events. – Report unusual circumstances to the Director of Security immediately. – Notify local police of observed suspicious activities, persons, or conditions. – Monitor security cameras for suspicious or unsafe behavior and report issues. – Lock and unlock university buildings, rooms, and gates according to established schedules and as requested. – Maintain accurate patrol logs daily. – Communicate verbally and in writing with fellow security personnel and the security director. – Attend training as assigned. – Conduct parking enforcement and support parking operations as needed. – Support facilities by placing cones and barricades for maintenance or repairs. – Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:	– This position is open to second-year students (sophomore) and higher. – Excellent writing skills and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations. – Strong computer skills or the ability and desire to learn these skills. – Flexibility in scheduling and reliably showing up for scheduled shifts. – Willingness and ability to work variable shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications:	– Experience in safety and security work.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:	– Understanding of basic security protocols and emergency response procedures. – Ability to operate and monitor surveillance equipment. – Physical fitness to perform patrols and respond to emergencies. – Excellent verbal and written communication skills. – Strong problem-solving and attention to detail. – Interpersonal skills for professional interaction in various situations. – Proficiency with technology and security systems. – Adaptability to work various shifts and environments. – Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information. – The person in this position must have excellent writing skills and have the ability to remain calm in stressful situations – This position leverages technology as a force multiplier so strong computer skills or the ability and desire to learn these skills is necessary – This position requires the willingness and ability to work variable shifts at any time of the day or night, as well as holidays, nights, and weekends when needed
Required Application Material:	– Resume – Intro/Cover Letter
Send Application Materials To:	Jim Hoffman, Director of Safety & Security (jahoffman@eou.edu)
Job Opening Date:	5 days after application submission
Job Closing Date:	Rolling
First Day of Application Review:	5 days after application submission
Estimated Start Date:	5 days after application submission
Special Message	Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcome applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
Position Description	https://www.eou.edu/career/files/2024/06/Student-Campus-Safety-Security-Guard-Parking-Enforcement.pdf