Job Title

Campus Safety Specialist Lead

Classification

Security Officer II

Auto Req. ID

557341

Salary Range

Classification Range $3,703 - $5,395 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $3,703 - $5,395 per month)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Why CSUF

California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.

Department

The University Police department within the Division of Administration and Finance is dedicated to ensuring the University Community's right to a crime free environment through exemplary and professional service. Our mission is to partner with students, staff, and faculty to support a safe, inclusive, and welcoming university for Titans to thrive. Seeking to pursue a holistic safety vision to evolve university policing to new heights of excellence within the CSU and beyond. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Campus Safety Specialist Lead (Security Officer II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under general supervision, the Campus Safety Specialist Lead (CSS Lead) provides lead work direction, coordination, and training for security functions, in addition to general public safety operations, holistic safety, community engagement, and related community service functions performed by campus safety specialists in order to support a safe, inclusive and welcoming campus environment for Titans to thrive. A CSS Lead provides lead work direction and performs more complex duties such as coordinating campus safety specialists for 24/7 operations, campus special events, conducting field training, and supporting the public safety communications and records functions. They may also be involved in the development of operational procedures and protocols.

A CSS Lead patrols the Cal State Fullerton owned and controlled properties on foot, bicycle, and vehicle to maintain high visibility to protect the campus community and visitors from fire, theft, vandalism, threats, and other safety concerns. The CSS Lead will provide safety support to designated social workers and/or police officers during the response to people in crisis for situations that do not involve weapon(s) or violence. When directed, the CSS Lead will transport people in crisis to designated facilities. They will also provide safety escorts to community members. The CSS Lead assists in the education, intervention, and enforcement of campus policies and regulations. Proactively monitor security cameras and download footage to support investigations as part of the department’s crime prevention efforts, as well as assist dispatch in answering non-emergency phone calls when needed and support the property and evidence functions with records.

The CSS Lead will assist the campus community in the event of an emergency pursuant to their training and department protocols, including assistance with evacuations and rendering immediate assistance to those in need. They will perform other administrative, security, and loss prevention related functions for the campus, including at the bookstore, library, campus housing, and other areas as deemed necessary. A CSS Lead shall support efforts to ensure equity and inclusion are incorporated into department operations, programs, services, and culture. The CSS Lead shall represent CSUF PD and Cal State Fullerton by providing exceptional customer service while supporting the safety needs of the campus community. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; possession of a California Driver’s License; successful completion of a background check and physical exam; and two years of related experience. Associate’s degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience. Under general supervision, addresses a wide range of problems that require interpreting policies, developing recommendations for new procedures, and/or providing specialized training on security and crime prevention. Provides lead work direction and/or coordination of security functions. Projects may involve research and operational analysis to develop recommendations for procedural changes. May provide regular support to the public safety dispatch and records functions.

Thorough knowledge of applicable procedures and regulations related to security and/or public safety. Familiarity with the California Penal Code. Ability to read and interpret laws, rules, and regulations. Working knowledge of police department radio codes and equipment. Ability to use applicable automated and computerized public safety systems and databases. Ability to plan and schedule unit work and provide lead work direction to Security Officer staff. Ability to independently make effective decisions and judgments in emergency situations. Ability to analyze operational issues and recommend procedural changes. Ability to convey clear, concise communications and directions and conduct training for staff and the campus community. Ability to author reports and draft operating procedures. Ability to attend Police Officers Standards &Training (P.O.S.T.) programs related to public safety support and dispatch activities.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.  

License/Certifications

A valid California driver’s license.  

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Works outside in all weather conditions and must be able to stand for an extended period directing traffic or assisting in critical incidents. The position requires the use of a state vehicle to patrol campus grounds. A live scan is required.

Benefits at a Glance

• An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
• Retirement plan through CalPERS
• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible
• FlexCash (in lieu of health and dental)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 15 paid holidays

See our CSUF Benefits website for additional information.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.

Effective October 1, 2025, the California State University (CSU) will implement a salary step structure for CSUEU-represented employees in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9. This position may be subject to changes resulting from this implementation, in alignment with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.

Hiring Preference

On-Campus CSUEU Employees