Public Safety Officer

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Public Safety Officer

Union Level

Department

Public Safety

Campus

Sacramento

Posting Number

201303978P

Full or Part Time

Full Time

Number of Months

12

Work Schedule

Work performed 40 hours per week (4 / 10 schedule) and over-time as needed to ensure 24 / 7 coverage or when responding to critical situations.

Position End Date

Open Date

03 / 24 / 2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University

Internal : Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.

External : External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

This recruitment is to fill two (2) open positions.

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose

Under general supervision performs University of the Pacific, Sacramento Campus patrol and

security related duties; enforces campus policies, state, county and city ordinances, and does

other work as required.

Essential Functions

• Advises, directs and provides information to students, employees and the public.
• Patrols designated areas by foot or bicycle, and uses a public safety equipped vehicle and Sacramento Police radio. Patrols campus including buildings, grounds, parking lots and adjacent streets; sees that doors and windows are properly secured and locked; safeguards property of the Sacramento Campus. Assumes fixed post assignments.
• Responds to calls for service and assistance.
• Opens and closes facilities. Monitors alarm systems and responds when necessary. Monitors and controls access to buildings and restricted areas. Inspects buildings for security, fire, and potential accident and / or hazards and takes preventive or corrective action as appropriate.
• Provides escort services by foot and / or vehicle.
• Provides security for large gatherings and campus activities.
• Administers first aid and CPR.
• Makes preliminary investigations and investigations of crimes and disorders, searches and arrests within scope of employment. Prepares reports. May testify in court.
• Enforces automobile parking regulations.
• Carries a firearm, baton, chemical agents, and handcuffs.
• Enforces rules and regulations of the University campus while cooperating with other law enforcement agencies.
• Each Public Safety Officer may have additional duties that are assigned to their position, such as fire safety, training, lost and found property, and work calendar.
• Performs other related duties as required.

This position serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act.

CSAs have federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes that are reported them.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment / Work Week / Travel :

Work performed 40 hours per week (4 / 10 schedule) and over-time as needed to ensure 24 / 7 coverage or when responding to critical situations.

Valid driver's license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University's fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserve the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.

Hiring Range

$28.00 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Background Check Statement

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

Anti-Discrimination / EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex / gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.