Part-Time Campus Safety Officer

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable).

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Job Summary

The Campus Safety Officer is an unarmed, non-sworn position within the Columbus State University Police Department. This position is responsible for providing security support to the residence halls. This position will be responsible for patrolling the designated residence hall, lobby area, hallways, exterior entrances/exits, and other areas within or immediately around the residence hall. This position will also be responsible for monitoring access in the assigned residence hall by checking student identification, declining access when appropriate, and registration of guests during the assigned work hours.

Other duties or responsibilities may be include as deemed necessary by a supervisor. The Campus Safety Officer will be courteous and professional while performing their duties. The Campus Safety Officer will be required to adhere to strict policies and procedures as outlined in the Columbus State University Police Department Manual. The Campus Safety Officer, as a representative of the Columbus State University Police Department, will be required to maintain a high standard of conduct both on and off duty as well as safeguard law enforcement sensitive information.

The Campus Safety Officer will be courteous and professional while performing their duties. The Campus Safety Officer will be required to adhere to strict policies and procedures as outlined in the Columbus State University Police Department Manual. The Campus Safety Officer, as a representative of the Columbus State University Police Department, will be required to maintain a high standard of conduct both on and off duty as well as safeguard law enforcement sensitive information.

Workdays are primarily defined as Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Work Hours are defined as 9 pm to 3 am.

What is a Campus Security Authority (CSA)?

The law defines a CSA as:
An official of an institution who has significant responsibility for student and campus activities, including, but not limited to, student housing, student discipline, and campus judicial proceedings.

Responsibilities

* Greet visitors and residents entering the residence hall.

* Walking residence hall and parking area to ensure CSU's rules and regulations are upheld.

* Verify that students entering the building are residents.

* Alert University Police of criminal activity.

Required Qualifications

* High school diploma or Georgia State accredited GED certificate required, associate's degree or higher preferred.

* Valid driver's license required.

* No felony convictions or crimes of moral turpitude.

* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 20/20 or 20/20 corrected.

Required Documents to Attach

* Cover Letter/Letter of Application

* Resume

* All applications and required documents must be submitted using the Columbus State University's online employment site

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

* Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather.

* Must be able to walk or stand for prolonged periods of time.

* Must be able to handle stressful situations.

* Must be able to remain calm with the public at all times in emergencies.

* Must be able to handle multiple tasks with efficient, effective decision-making.

* Provide guidance to the public in emergency situations.

* Ability to follow directions from a supervisor.

* Able to work shifts that support a 24-hour operation including holidays, nights, and weekends.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at  or e-mail to hr.

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