Description

Department Overview:
The Boise State University’s Department of Public Safety is responsible for more than ”people safety”. In addition to Campus Security, our team includes the University's Emergency Management Department, Transportation (Shuttle buses and Cycle Learning Center), Campus Parking, and Integrated Security Technology. Our Department of Public Safety employees are responsible for the safety of everyone on campus through a variety of programs. We believe in supporting our team members in all roles of their life. We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay rates, meaningful and impactful work, and healthy teams. Public Safety will encourage you to take time doing what is most important to you, whether that is spending time with family, traveling, or increasing your education. We want the best employees. If you are a high performer who's gotten lost at other organizations who just don't seem to get it, come meet us. We are different and always seeking ways to improve. Apply and let us prove it!

Purpose:
The primary purpose of the Senior Security Officer is to provide a safe and secure environment for students, staff, faculty, and community members to learn, work, and visit. The Senior Security Officer also provides security services for facilities and grounds. He/she provides patrol, housing, and event coverage as needed.

Level Scope:
Applies skills and job knowledge in area of specialization; may adapt procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet needs of area of specialization; may work on non-routine tasks; resolves issues/makes working decisions within area of specialization or responsibility with minimal supervision.

Example of Duties

• Responds to calls for assistance; assists in calming, controlling, and restraining combative, intoxicated, and/or aggressive individuals; maintains surveillance of potentially volatile situations; contacts local law enforcement agencies for assistance regarding potential problem situations; directs and participates in searches of buildings and surrounding area; assures timely evacuation in case of fire or other disasters; prepares written reports.
• Provides for safety and security of residents and staff; enforces university policies and procedures; patrols campus and outbuildings to prevent vandalism and detect fires; patrols buildings ensuring that doors are locked and searches the facility when a door is found unlocked; observes movement on campus and uses radio to advise of disturbances or suspicious occurrences; reports safety hazards; conducts searches for contraband; investigates vandalism and theft; checks and logs security lights; reports mechanical malfunctions; may be asked to be the signing party on a police citation as a University representative; may make minor emergency maintenance repairs to ensure safety; may check the steam pressure and water level in the boilers.
• Escort residents to and from living areas; may provide back-up services for living unit personnel; may maintain precautions to prevent runaways and unauthorized absences of residents; may transport residents to and from area hospital, airport, or other points of origin/destination.
• Assist housing staff in the residence halls and campus housing areas with issues such as domestic disturbances, drug/alcohol incidents, disruptive/mentally disturbed subjects, fire alarms, etc. when requested.
• Provide initial assessment and intervention on confrontations between individuals on university-owned properties.
• Communicate security-related needs and information to various Boise State University departments, Boise Police Department (including university dispatch officers), and other on-campus entities via person-to-person contact, telephone, e-mail, etc.
• Give safety presentations to groups or individuals; standby/assist Housing, Dean of Students, and other staff members when they are conducting interviews, advising people of discipline procedures or termination, escort people in and out of University-owned/occupied buildings and/or spaces.
• Support DPS operations and complete lock-out and jumpstarts as requested.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Good knowledge of:

• Building security procedures.

Experience:

• Applying fire and life safety hazards.
• Evaluating and handling disturbances and security emergencies reading, applying, and following written and oral instructions.
• Writing reports, investigative reports, or detailed documentation.
• Typing or using a keyboard.

Special Requirement:

• Valid Idaho Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience at an educational institution
• First Aid CPR
• ICS: 100, 200 and 700
• Current knowledge of best practices in security fields
• At least 2 years of experience in a security-related field, preferably in a college or university setting.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective security operations.
• Good knowledge of self-defense measures, First Aid/CPR/AED, security problems and safety hazards as they relate to the university setting which includes a large complex of buildings and grounds, students, staff, faculty, and community members.
• Experience performing investigations incidental to security activities and completing investigative reports.

Required Application Materials:
To be considered for this position, please submit the following material:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three References

Campus Security Authority: This position is identified as a “Campus Security Authority (CSA)” per the federal law known as the Clery Act. Per this law, the employee is required to report any crimes that he/she becomes aware of to the Clery Compliance Officer. Additionally, CSAs are required to complete annual training prescribed by the Clery Compliance Officer.

Benefits:
Salary of $20.00/per hour. Boise State University has impressive Benefits and Total Rewards offerings that go past just Health Insurance. From employer-paid life insurance to severely reduced tuition for employees and their family members, there are limitless reasons to join the Boise State Family. If you would like more information on everything Boise State has to offer please visit our website: https://www.boisestate.edu/hrs/benefits/

• Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho:
  • Employee contributions: 7.16% University contributions: 11.94%
• Tuition Fee Waiver: for self, spouse, and dependents
  • https://www.boisestate.edu/hrs/benefits/tuition-fee-waiver-benefit/
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Time Off
  • Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Leave
  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Questions?
Please contact Boise State Human Resources by phone at (208) 426-1616 or email at employment@boisestate.edu .

AA/EEO Statement – Boise State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Boise State University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans. As a federal contractor, the University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. View Boise State's complete pay transparency policy statement. (Download PDF reader) If you require an accommodation to complete this application, please contact Human Resources at 208-426-1616.

Background Investigations – Final employment offers are contingent upon a Final Candidate’s successful completion of a Background Verification, and a determination by the University that the information derived from the Background Verification does not disqualify the individual. In addition, an Enhanced Background Check to include Open Source Intelligence, a Financial History Check, and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Check may be required. We will complete reference checks as part of our background check process and will call all listed and unlisted references.
Click here to view the University's full background investigations policy.

Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report – The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) requires all colleges and universities that participate in federal financial aid programs to keep and disclose information about crime on and near their campuses to all job applicants. Click here to read the Boise State University Safety Report.

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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