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Position Number: 1122985
Location: Santa Maria, CA
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

Job Title: Campus Safety Officer
Department: Campus Police
Category: Technicial
Posted: 11/17/2017
Closing Date: 1/15/2018

Position:
Allan Hancock College is accepting applications for a part-time, 19-hour per week, 12 month position supporting the Campus Police Department and reporting to the College District Police Sergeant. The desired start date is January 2018. The successful candidate must pass a Department of Justice clearance and a pre-employment physical before the start date. This position is located at the Santa Maria Campus.

Work Schedule:
Monday, 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Friday, 2:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
*Schedule may change due to district need

SALARY:
The starting salary is $1,436 per month (range 14, $1,436 to $1,746 per month on the classified bargaining unit salary schedule, pro-rated for 19 hours per week).

Bargaining unit employees whose regular work schedule requires work after 6:00 p.m. and before 6:00 a.m. for two (2) or more days per week shall receive a shift differential according to the following schedule:
Two-and-one-half percent (2.5%) above their regular rate of pay for all hours worked provided the shift includes two (2) hours between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

Allan Hancock College serves more than 20,000 students in northern Santa Barbara County. Located on the central coast and just minutes from spectacular beaches and rolling vineyards, AHC operates three campuses – the main campus in Santa Maria, a state approved center in Lompoc and a center in Santa Ynez. As one of the largest employers in Santa Barbara County, the college is an integral part of the community and enjoys strong support from local leaders and industry.

AHC, a Hispanic-Serving Institution, is proud to serve underrepresented students. The college has twice received recognition from the Aspen institute as one of the top colleges in the country. If you are looking for a position where you can have a direct impact on our students, AHC may be the place for you!

To learn more about Allan Hancock College and the Central Coast, visit our Human Resources page at www.hancockcollege.edu and click on the Welcome to AHC video.

Allan Hancock College Classified – Technical
Human Resources Range 14
CAMPUS SAFETY OFFICER
DEFINITION:
Under supervision of the College District Police Sergeant, maintains peace and order on the Allan Hancock College campus; enforces governmental laws and regulations as well as institutional policies and rules; performs police and traffic functions, crime prevention; and values and promotes the mission and vision of the college.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a position that performs, under limited supervision, routine patrol duties on or about college district properties for both Santa Maria and Lompoc facilities. The incumbent will perform crime prevention and crime suppression activities under the umbrella of a community oriented policing philosophy. Incumbents conduct crime and collision investigations, miscellaneous public safety reports, facility safety inspections, emergency/disaster response and first aid. The incumbent serves to assist the college district police officer position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Ensures that students, faculty, employees, and visitors of Allan Hancock College have a safe and secure environment.
2. Performs general safety and security duties, such as deterring and preventing unlawful behavior, issuing citations, preserving crime scenes, investigating crimes as assigned, conducting surveillance, and testifying in court.
3. Assigned to areas or beats on campus to patrol, which include buildings, grounds and facilities, for criminal and suspicious activity as well as for violations of laws, regulations, policies, and rules.
4. Watches for unusual conditions, as well as for signs of fire and safety hazards.
5. Responds to requests for service from students, faculty, and others on campus.
6. Performs traffic duty which may include enforcing parking regulations, directing traffic, issuing parking citations, investigating non-injury traffic accidents.
7. Provides directions and helps operators of disabled motor vehicles.
8. Provides escort service for anyone who is afraid to walk alone on campus during certain hours, particularly after dark.
9. Responsible for completing daily logs, incident reports, traffic and investigative reports.
10. Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Basic investigative and law enforcement practices;
Pertinent provisions of the campus policies including chain of command, rules and applicable local, county, state and federal law sections;
Crowd control techniques;
Basic patrol and facilities protection techniques.

Demonstrated Ability To:
Establish professionalism and maintain the respect of students and staff;
Communicate effectively, both orally and in written form;
Function effectively in stressful and rapidly changing situations;
Possess a strong commitment to community oriented policing and willingness to work in an academic environment;
Operate various types of equipment on their job to include two way radios, public address systems, emergency medical equipment, and office machines;
Enforcement of state/local laws and regulations on campus and ensure that institutional policies and rules are being upheld.

Other Requirements:
Valid California driver's license and ability to quality for district vehicle insurance coverage;
Valid First Aid/CPR certificate or ability to obtain in first 6 months of employment;
Ability to complete School Security Officer Course training within the first 12 months of employment.

Education and Experience:
At minimum a high school diploma or higher with administration of justice degree program or related subject matter OR two years of increasingly responsible experience as a security officer. Experience may include previous military, law enforcement or security. Experience in an educational setting preferred.

Working Conditions:
This position requires a flexible schedule to ensure proper safety.
The incumbent will experience frequent interruptions while performing normal duties during the regular workday.
The incumbent will have contact, in person, by email, or on the telephone, with staff, faculty, students, and the general public.
Patrols are conducted on foot, on bicycles, or in marked vehicles.

Physical Demands:
Sitting, standing, walking, bending, twisting, running, walking, or climbing for long periods of time. Lift, carry or drag heavy objects or people.
Occasional exposure to weather elements.
Driving a district vehicle.
Candidates must have vision of 20/100 correctable to 20/30 with normal color vision.
Special Qualification:
A sensitivity to an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.

SCREENING PROCESS:
A committee will give priority review of application materials submitted by Monday, January 15, 2018. This position is open until filled. Meeting minimum qualifications does not insure the candidate an interview. Therefore, it is important that the application be thorough and detailed. Applicants will be assessed on the breadth and depth of education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. A limited number of applicants will be invited for an interview at the college at their own expense. Interviewed candidates may be asked to complete written and job-related exercises. The district reserves the right to extend time limits, reinitiate or withdraw the recruitment-selection process at any point. Final candidates may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
To be considered as a candidate for this position, please submit the following application materials to the college human resources office by 3:00 p.m., Monday, January 15, 2018:
Signed district application for classified positions
A current and complete resume of education and professional experience
Cover letter

APPLICATION: For application materials please visit our Web site at http://www.hancockcollege.edu or contact:
Human Resources, Building B
Allan Hancock College
800 South College Drive
Santa Maria, CA 93454-6399
(805) 922-6966, extension 3338
(805) 922-9196, FAX