Campus Safety Officer

Campus Safety Officer

Join Colorado College as a Campus Safety Officer and help foster a safe, welcoming, and secure campus community. In this highly visible role, you will support campus safety through patrol, emergency response, community engagement, and daily communication operations. Working closely with students, faculty, staff, and visitors, you will promote awareness of campus resources and College policies while helping protect the people, property, and reputation of Colorado College. As part of a 24/7 operation, Campus Safety Officers may be assigned to weekends, holidays, overnight shifts, and critical incident response, playing an essential role in maintaining a safe learning and living environment for all.

Communication Operations:

• Act as the primary contact for communications via phone, email, radio, and in person, using customer service skills to gather, prioritize, and relay information.
• Maintain knowledge of department protocols and ensure accurate documentation of calls and follow-ups.
• Monitor security systems (CCTV, alarms, emergency communications), generate service calls, and dispatch appropriate services.
• Serve as a liaison for campus support resources and manage office equipment such as keys and radios.

Patrol and Community Service:

• Patrol campus areas to prevent theft, vandalism, and trespass, and investigate suspicious activities.
• Ensure building security, monitor for hazards, and enforce parking and traffic regulations.
• Engage with students, staff, and guests, fostering rapport within the college community. Complete logs, reports, and provide safe transportation around campus.

Emergency Response:

• Respond to fire alarms, accidents, and minor injuries, assisting emergency personnel and deciding appropriate courses of action.
• Serve as the initial contact during emergencies, use de-escalation techniques, and manage incident reports.
• Provide security services for special events and maintain knowledge of the college's Emergency Management Plan to effectively handle critical incidents.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 years of experience in a related field
• Must be 21 and possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record that is insurable by Colorado College's motor vehicle insurance carrier; excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent customer service skills; ability to exercise good judgment and handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion; ability to think critically and problem solve; ability to engage and develop working relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; ability to operate computer equipment and a 2-way radio.
• Physical requirements include ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions; walking, prolonged standing, climbing of stairs; ability to lift/carry up to 20 lbs. One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education (OR) one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree or certifications in a related field to include NIMS ICS certification; experience in higher education setting, campus safety, security, hospitality services, and/or emergency responses services.

Other Position Details:

• Does not supervise others
• Position requires driving CC vehicles (drivers must be eligible for coverage under CC's insurance plan)

Application Instructions:

• Continuous Recruitment - This position may close without notice. For full consideration, apply by: August 21, 2026
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
• To help us stay connected with you throughout the hiring process, we encourage you to apply using a personal email address instead of a Colorado College email address.
• In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $19.48 to $22.89 per hour
• This role is eligible for shift differential pay when assigned to and working approved shifts that qualify under Colorado College's shift differential guidelines.

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 0.085 vacation hours for each hour worked and 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits include free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College's policies, if you have a disability and would like to request accommodations to support your application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io as early as possible.