Public Safety Officer - Senior (IN-HOUSE ONLY)
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Salary : $62,921.31 - $84,830.85 AnnuallyLocation : Costa Mesa, CAJob Type: Classified StaffJob Number: O-049-25Division: Orange Coast CollegeDepartment: Admin/Pub SafetyOpening Date: 12/10/2024Closing Date: 1/7/2025 11:59 PM PacificDefinition (ON-CAMPUS - in-person position) IN-HOUSE ONLY:This position is open to internal (permanent and temporary) Coast Community College District (CCCD) employees to apply. External candidates are not eligible to apply. If you are not a current active employee with CCCD, please do not apply at this time. About Orange Coast College (OCC)Orange Coast College's 164-acre campus is located in Costa Mesa just minutes from Southern California's beautiful beaches. Orange Coast College (OCC) was founded in 1947 with the mission to serve the educational needs of a diverse local and global community. The College empowers students to achieve their goals by providing high-quality, culturally responsive, and innovative programs and services through pathways leading to degrees, transfers, certificates, foundational skills, workforce development, and lifelong learning. The College promotes student development, learning, and equitable outcomes by fostering a respectful, inclusive, caring, and participatory campus climate of student engagement and academic inquiry. OCC engages in a variety of professional development opportunities and partnerships to support a diverse student community. Student-centered activities that support OCC's mission include a variety of college-wide student success programs and services that contribute to the college's academic excellence including Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) and Accessibility Resource Center (ARC), MESA program, Puente, Umoja, CLEEO, AANHPI, Veterans Resource Center, Student Housing, Honors Program, and many more. D.E.I.A. - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-RacismThe Coast Community College District (Orange Coast College, Golden West College, and Coastline) continues to strengthen our efforts around diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and anti-racism. Orange Coast College is focused on creating a culture of inclusive excellence by uplifting employees and students through an environment that is equitable, diverse, inclusive, and accessible. We have a strong focus and importance on D.E.I.A. and Anti-Racism (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility) and will be actively listening, assessing, and evaluating this throughout each stage of the application, recruitment, and interview process.

• Orange Coast College - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Page
• Orange Coast College - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility Plan (DEIA)

Ideal candidates for this position share OCC's devotion to educating and improving the lives of our representative students, employees, and community populations. We currently enroll 17,102 students, the majority of whom are from racially minoritized populations: 36% of OCC's students are Latinx, 2% are African-American, 25% are Asian, less than 1% Native American, 29% are White, and 5% are multiracial. Orange Coast College Employee-Student Demographic InformationDirect Link: Department Specifics - About OCC Public Safety Department The Orange Coast College Campus Public Safety cultivates an accessible and inclusive community where all students have an equal opportunity to participate in all aspects of campus life. Qualified Campus Public Safety Officers demonstrate sensitivity to student needs, promote student success through equal access, and facilitate student learning and safety through partnerships with students, faculty, and staff. Campus Public Safety Officers and the campus safety department work closely with all students, faculty, staff, and visitors to ensure a safe learning and business environment. The position also works closely with the swap meet operations team, vendors, and patrons of the swap meet. During the weekends, numerous special events are occurring on campus that will require a security presence. Officers may be assigned to such special events and work closely with the OCC Facilities rental and Maintenance and Operations staff.SummaryPerforms proactive security, intervention, law enforcement, and public information duties that provide a safe environment for students, staff, and the public while on District or campus properties. Protects students and property by carrying out proactive programs and public safety processes, enforcing California Education Code and District policies and protocols.Distinguishing Career FeaturesThe Senior Public Safety Officer represents the second and senior-level career ladder for college campus safety, student engagement, and security. Incumbents are fully competent to perform all of the duties of the position and have received supplemental training to provide service. SeniorPublic Safety Officers require at least three years of experience as a Public Safety Officer, advanced training and certifications, and the ability to work with students in peer-level mediation, direct student activities, attend formal proceedings, and organize and lead a team assigned to enhance safety and security on campuses. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesSpecific duties may vary among departments, divisions and jobs. Incumbents typically perform a substantial portion or all of the following types of duties, as assigned:1. Provides leadership for Public Safety Officers on assigned campus or campuses and/or event by prioritizing patterns for surveillance and patrol, overseeing and directing movement of vehicle and pedestrian traffic, and stationing selves at visible locales. Includes pre-planning meetings for Commencement and other large events.2. Proactively monitors campus activity to ensure the safety and security of students, staff, and authorized visitors before, during, and after normal business hours. Maintains a high level of positive and professional visibility.3. Enhances day-to-day customer relations by providing information and assistance to students, staff, and visitors in a way that establishes and maintains rapport with the student community.4. Attends student-faculty meetings on matters governing student safety. Receives feedback on campus areas concerning students, faculty, and staff. Recommends and prepares patrol routines in response to these and other customer responses.5. Conveys college policy, rules, and expectations for student conduct. Answers questions from students regarding policies, procedures, and the role of the department.6. Anticipates and intervenes in potential and actual incidents where students and or property may be at risk of harm or damaged.7. Protects campus property and facilities by making inspections. Checks buildings for physical safety and security. Inspects, monitors and ensures accessible usage of the security of doors, windows, gates, campus emergency phones, AEDs and fire extinguishers. Manages monthly inspections by Public Safety Officers at the campuses. Addresses unusual or suspicious activity.8. Responds to complaints, incidents, and hazardous situations. Conducts investigations of reported injuries and accidents. Responds to incidents putting students, staff, and the general public at risk or harm. Interviews victims, complainants, and witnesses.9. Provides security at District and campus functions as required. Opens and closes buildings and rooms for meetings. Directs traffic and controls parking and safe movement of vehicles in parking areas. Conducts parking enforcement.10. Detects and reports fire hazards. Responds to fire and burglar alarms. May be expected to extinguish small blazes while calling in fires to the local Fire Department using established emergency communications protocols.11. Contacts and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses.12. Works with staff in developing and implementing student activities and programs designed to reduce risk and enhance students' sense of safety.13. Acts as a representative point of contact for the public needing assistance from the Public Safety Department.14. Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.15. Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 - Code of Professional Ethics. Qualifications and Physical Demands QualificationsKnowledge and Skills1. The position requires in-depth knowledge of the methods and practices and procedures of effective security and safety enforcement.2. Requires knowledge of the pertinent education codes, District policies, laws, ordinances, and Motor Vehicle code related to the area of responsibility.3. Requires working knowledge of positive behavior intervention strategies, feedback, and support.4. Requires knowledge of techniques for identifying weapons, drugs, impaired abilities, and other unauthorized apparatus or behavior.5. Requires a basic procedural understanding of law enforcement and procedures and best practices connected with apprehension and custody of persons committing infractions.6. Requires understanding of and skill at applying basic interviewing techniques, vehicle operations and safe driving practices, standard broadcasting procedures using a handheld radio system, and crowd, vehicle, and pedestrian control.7. Requires sufficient math skills to record distances, numbers, and times.8. Requires sufficient writing skills to prepare incident reports.9. Requires sufficient human relations skills to conduct peer-to-peer orientations, participate in advocacy meetings, resolve conflicts and confrontations, affect behavior of others, advise students in positive behaviors and problem solving, and convey a positive image of the District and campus.Abilities1. Requires the ability to perform all of the essential duties and functions of the position.2. Requires the ability to learn, interpret and apply relevant education and vehicle penal codes, District policies, rules, and procedures.3. Requires the ability to utilize the authorized resources and equipment of the position in a safe and responsible manner.4. Requires the ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine and take proactive and professional action.5. Requires the ability to use appropriate physical defense and suppression measures to protect self or others in the most adverse of situations.6. Requires the ability to meet standards of physical stature, endurance, and agility established by the District.7. Must be able to maintain two-way radio communication with campus administration and local police.8. Requires the ability to administer first aid in injury and emergency situations.9. Requires the ability to communicate positively with students in a multi-ethnic and demographic setting and to interact both formally and informally with District staff, outside agency personnel, parents, and the public.Physical Abilities1. The general physical demands, working conditions, and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources.2. Essential functions will vary by position.3. As defined by Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ) and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act ( FEHA ), the District shall engage in a timely, good faith interactive process with employees or employment applicants who are requesting or are in need of reasonable accommodations and, provide reasonable accommodations for employees or employment applicants who, because of their disability, are limited in or unable to perform one or more of the essential functions of their job in accordance with applicable state and federal law.Education and ExperienceThe position requires an Associate of Arts/Science degree or equivalent, 21 years of age, and three years of security/surveillance experience, supplemented by specialized, successful training in security, safety, and behavior intervention. Additional higher education in public safety, jurisprudence, or related field may substitute for experience. Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position.Licenses and CertificatesRequires a valid California driver license. Successful completion of an approved 832 P.C. Laws of Arrest, Search and Seizure course or higher. Requires successful completion of an approved School Security Training (SB 1626) resulting in active, state-issued license. Requires current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications within a reasonable time after employment.Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in campus safety and/or law enforcement is preferred.
• Knowledge of the Jeanne Clery Act, Kristen Smart Act, Safe Schools Act and the law violations related to California Penal Code 626 is preferred.
• Successful completion of an approved POST-certified Regular Basic Course (664-hour minimum basic academy).

Working ConditionsWork is performed indoors and outdoors where safety and health considerations exist from temperature extremes, physical effort, and at-risk incidents.This job specification describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, work steps, and skills required of the job.Note: D.E.I.A. - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-RacismThe Coast Community College District (Orange Coast College, Golden West College, and Coastline) continues to strengthen our efforts around diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and anti-racism. The Coast Community College District is focused on creating a culture of inclusive excellence by uplifting employees and students through an environment that is equitable, diverse, inclusive, and accessible. We have a strong focus and importance on D.E.I.A. and Anti-Racism (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility) and will be actively listening, assessing, and evaluating this throughout each stage of the application, recruitment, and interview process. Conditions of EmploymentIN-HOUSE ONLY:This position is open to internal (permanent and temporary) Coast Community College District (CCCD) employees to apply. External candidates are not eligible to apply. If you are not a current active employee with CCCD, please do not apply at this time. Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.This is an IN-HOUSE ONLY - permanent, categorically funded, full-time, 12-months per year classified position. The District reserves the right to extend, modify, or eliminate this position based upon available funds. The normal hours of work will be Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, with the flexibility to occasionally work extended hours and/or weekends, if necessary, to meet the department's needs. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. The District provides medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents and life insurance for the employee.(Salary Schedule: EE-115)**Notice regarding required investigative consumer report - An investigative consumer report is required for all Public Safety positions. The investigation will involve a review of address history, civil and criminal records, financial history, real estate records, professional licenses, social media, and online presence. ** Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910 ) The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Pay Philosophy:Coast Community College District, through policies, practices, and other benefit programs, delivers a fair and equitable total compensation program that promotes equal employment opportunity, inclusion, and workforce vitality. In general, it is the policy of the District to place new employees at the first step of the salary grade. All movement on the salary schedule will occur July 1 of each year for all classified employees. Application Requirements:Application materials must be electronically submitted online at to be considered for employment. Incomplete applications, application materials submitted by mail, and documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered. Please note that the district does not return materials submitted in the application process (copies of original supporting documents are acceptable). A complete application packet includes:*Note: We have a strong focus and importance on D.E.I.A. and Anti-Racism (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility) and will be actively listening, assessing, and evaluating this throughout each stage of the application, recruitment, and interview process.

A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.

Responses to Supplemental Questions (please provide clear and detailed responses, as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, put see resume or N/A , or leave blank).

A Cover Letter highlighting your experiences relevant to this position and addressing the minimum and essential qualifications, including your demonstrated evidence of D.E.I.A. (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access). (upload as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).

A Current Resume of professional and educational background and experience (upload as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).

Submit an application online at:Coast Community College District - Human Resources 1370 Adams Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance or call 714.###.####. Submission of all required application information and materials is the responsibility of the applicant. All application materials become the property of the Coast Community College District and will NOT be copied or returned. To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. If you do not know an answer, please indicate so, but do not leave any space blank. All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview. Any documents that you are unable to attach can be emailed to ...@cccd.eduEmails must clearly indicate the job you are applying to and your full name. Additional InformationSelection Procedure

• All online applications received by the application deadline will be screened to determine which applicants meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
• Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit separate application materials for each desired position.
• Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who are also deemed to possess the highest committee evaluation will be invited to an interview.
• If any travel is required for an applicant to participate in person during the interview process, this will be done so at the candidate's own expense.
• During the interview, candidates may be asked to conduct a short oral demonstration/presentation on a previously announced topic as well as participate in a writing exercise, or hands-on practical.
• Consideration will also be given to factors in addition to education and experience, including but not limited to professional development, ability to work with others, and commitment to meet student needs.
• The search committee will rate the candidate's responses to the interview questions, the demonstration/presentation, and the applicable writing exercises and/or hands-on practicals. Based on this rating, a number of candidates will be recommended to move forward and will be invited for a second-level interview.
• The hiring manager will conduct reference checks on the final candidate. The district reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and to investigate past employment records of applicants selected for interviews.
• The campus President will make the final recommendation for employment to the Board of Trustees.
• The start date will be determined based on the needs of the campus and the conditions of employment as posted in the job announcement/recruitment.
• Applicants who are eliminated from consideration will be notified by email. All applicants are requested to provide an email address in their online application. Candidates should not expect official notification of the status of their candidacy until the Board of Trustees has acted upon the College's recommendation for employment.
• The District reserves the right to extend the deadline, re-advertise the position, or delay filling this position based on the needs of the District and the student population we serve.

Employment Information

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing equity and inclusion goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

The SELECTED CANDIDATE is required to complete the following prior to employment:

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidate's expense (Clearance must be received prior to the first day of employment).
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States including a Social Security Card; (Note: We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.) AND
• Participate in a new hire onboarding appointment with an Employment Services Representative.

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. We are committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information. The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College. The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services, and student support services. Since its founding in 1947, the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States. Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees, the Coast Community College District plays an important role in the community by responding to the needs of a changing and increasingly diverse population.Coast Community College District Title IX(For more information on Title IX click here)This direct link 2024 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR) is the 2024 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report for Coast Colleges. The crime statistics for calendar years 2021, 2022, and 2023 were submitted to the U.S. Department of Education as required under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A hard copy can be provided from one of the Campus Safety Offices. Please contact any of the Campus Safety Offices for any questions regarding the report.Comprehensive Medical, Dental and VisionWe know that the health of our employees and their families is a priority. That's why we offer extensive health care benefits to benefits-eligible employees. We offer the District's PPO plan as well as two HMO's, United Health Care and Kaiser Permanente. We also provide District-paid dental and vision insurance. Benefits are available to regular permanent employees working 20 or more hours per week. Benefits are not available to temporary or short term employees.District-paid Life InsuranceThe District provides Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance benefits, underwritten by ING. This District-paid benefit is equal to one time your annual salary and remains in effect until age 70.District-paid Disability BenefitsCoast provides both short and long term disability benefits for eligible employees unable to work because of disability due to illness, injury, or maternity.Voluntary PlansA variety of voluntary plans are offered through the District to benefits-eligible employees such as Long Term Care, Hyatt Legal, and Section 125 compliant flexible spending accounts.Enrich Your ProfessionProfessional Development ProgramsThe District offers a variety of Professional Development programs for faculty and classified staff that encompasses all types of facilitated learning opportunities, ranging from college degrees to formal coursework and conferences. We encourage lifelong learning that maintains and improves professional competencies, enhances career progression, and keeps our employees on the cutting edge of their profession.Sabbatical LeavesFaculty members are encouraged to pursue professional growth leading to the development of increased competence and the improvement of instruction and/or redirection in their current teaching discipline. The District's sabbatical leave program is designed to assist in this pursuit and is available on a semester basis after completing six consecutive years of service.Academic SenateThe Academic Senate is the governing body at each of our colleges for making recommendations to administration and to our Board of Trustees with respect to academic and professional matters. The Senate consists of elected faculty and has the responsibility for matters related to curriculum and general academic policy.Time to RefuelVacationClassified, contract staff earn vacation days commensurate with years of service. Classified Management and Administrators earn 22 days vacation per year.Sick LeaveAll contract employees earn sick leave as outlined in the CA Education Code. Sick leave may be carried over from year-to-year and, upon retirement, unused sick leave may contribute to your PERS and STRS retiree benefit.HolidaysThe District observes 21 paid holidays per year.Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military LeaveCoast grants contract employees called to jury duty a leave of absence, without loss of pay, for the entire length of required service. Other available leaves include bereavement from 3-5 days and military leaves of absence in accordance with applicable state laws.Great ExpectationsPension PlansThe District participates in the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) and the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) for contract employees. Non-contract employees participate in Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) plan for the first 1,000 hours of their employment.Additionally, it is the policy of the Coast Community College District that contract employees who retire from the District with ten or more years of service be afforded the same group insurance benefits until 70 years of age. A Medicare Supplement or GAP plan is available to retirees and their spouses after age 70.AnnuitiesThe District maintains a program whereby qualified employees may request through Payroll to have a portion of his or her salary deposited under a tax sheltered annuity plan or an approved deferred compensation plan.Schools First Federal Credit UnionThe Schools First Federal Credit Union is a federally insured, full service, financial cooperative that is a not-for-profit organization. Earnings are used to benefit all members to provide a full range of financial services and offerings.01