Campus Security Officer

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Campus Security Officer

Duties: Performs a continuous patrol of the University campus while not engaged in other official duties. The majority of tasks shall be performed while on patrol. Ensure that equipment and vehicles are in proper working order at beginning of shift. Ensure that building exteriors and public interior area are secured after normal work hours. Completes an inventory of equipment and vehicles at the beginning of the shift. Respond to emergency calls, e.g. fights, assaults, drug and alcohol abuse, suicide and suicide attempts, burglaries, maintenance emergencies, fires, medical emergencies, and bomb threats; stabilize incidents; if necessary, deliver emergency first-aid as First Responder (or greater) status allows. Interview involved parties and witnesses, gather physical evidence according to appropriate legal procedures and department policies, interpret and explain relevant laws, rules, and regulations. Ensure all incidents are documented and detailed reports completed within established time frames. Conduct preliminary and follow-up investigations per department policy. If necessary phone for emergency medical assistance and/or local law enforcement assistance. Assist law enforcement and act as a liaison during their respective tour of duty. Cooperate fully with all other state, federal, and local law enforcement agencies. Adopt and ensure compliance with the Community Policing Philosophy within the campus community. Initiate and investigate violations of WSU Security policies and procedures by members of security. Ensure that emergency procedures are implemented in response to calls for medical, maintenance, HAZMAT and weather emergencies. Take steps to protect lives and property. Limit and control access to hazardous situations and contact appropriate personnel to bring situation under control, e.g. fire and police departments, Environmental heath and Safety staff, maintenance staff, and medical services. Make emergency decisions in absence of higher authority, e.g. assess dangers to students, faculty and staff and determine whether or not to close down portions or all of the University. Supervise and assign shifts consisting of Student Patrol Officers (1-13). Assign student patrol officers to walking patrols, vehicles patrols, communications center, fixed posts and special events. Assign student employees to work units within shift and approve student employee’s requests for transfers within work units. Assess student training needs and provide on-the-job training. Provide training in areas of personal expertise to security personnel and other members of the campus community. Recommend modifications to emergency procedures and plans. Oversee the operations of the WSU shuttle service, assist with crime prevention training and ensure Security staffing is adequate at all locations. Supervise the Shuttle Service (student van) during their respective shift. Monitor operations, make necessary adjustments, and perform any other duty related to transporting students to and from all outlying campuses. Implement, develop and deliver crime prevention presentations when assigned by the Director of Security. Conduct risk assessments of the campus to assist in creating a safe environment for students, faculty and staff. Supervise the Community Policing Philosophy for members of WSU Security and its implementation throughout the campus community. Staff and maintain satellite offices located at East Lake Apartments and Lourdes Hall throughout their respective shifts and servicing the specific needs of those members of the campus community. Coordinate and conduct training for other members of the campus community to include CPR, AED Training, Emergency Management, crime prevention and other safety related topics. Assist in the development and implementation of crime prevention programs and services to members of the campus community. Identify risks and recommend changes to reduce the likelihood of criminal activity. Conduct money transfers from the University Cashier’s Office to the local bank daily. Assist with providing direction for campus safety and security services so that goals are met. Assist with developing, implementing and evaluating policies and procedures for routine and emergency situations. Recommend safety and security services and other resource needs. Coordinate, recommend and supervise safety and security services for large events occurring on campus with particular attention on events occurring. Assist Director with compiling statistics for the annual Campus Crime Report, Jeanne Clery Act, Drug Free Schools, Student Right to Know, and Omnibus Anti-Crime Act. Provide professional advise on development of policies, procedures, campus crisis plan, etc. Supervise activities in the Security Communications Center. Monitor activities of the student communication officers. Monitor and report deficiencies in the university’s CCTV system. Correct and/or report equipment malfunctions occurring in the center. Maintain and control all evidence coming to the attention of Security. Review the shift communication logs to ensure accuracy and completeness.

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