Safety and Security Officer - Kansas State University

The Safety & Security Officer I receives written and oral instructions from their supervisor indicating assigned work area, information on buildings in use, and the opening/closing times of buildings in assigned areas. The supervisor closely checks the safety and security officer's daily shift reports and security reports for completeness. The Safety and Security Officer works independently and unsupervised while performing their duties. Public Safety Officer for university police department.

About This Role

The KSU Police Department is looking for a Safety and Security Officer to join their team. The Safety & Security Officer I receives written and oral instructions their from immediate supervisor indicating assigned work area, information on buildings in use and the opening/closing times of buildings in assigned area. Supervisor closely check safety and security officer’s daily shift reports, and security reports for completeness. The Safety and Security Officer works independently and unsupervised while performing their duties.

Worksite Option

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to read and understand written laws, rules, regulations and directives.
• Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations which pertain to the University.
• Capable of detecting and reporting conditions which might cause loss or damage to property.
• Be able to work under stressful situations and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, faculty/staff, students, clients and guests.
• Ability to make written reports in a clear and concise manner.

Other Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license once employed
• Must be of good moral character
• CPR and First Aid certification necessary after employment. (within probation).
• Must undergo a background investigation to include a fingerprint search of local, state, and national files to determine whether a criminal record exists.
• Must not have been convicted by any state or federal government of a felonious crime or its equivalent.
• Some positions require an approved drug test unless incumbent is moving from one safety-sensitive position to another safety-sensitive position with the same agency performing substantially similar duties.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Three References

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$14.54/hr to $18.17/hr