Community Service Officer

Join the Trojan Family: USC Department of Public Safety (DPS)

Title: Community Service Officer

Who We Are: 

The University of California (USC) is a leading private research university located in Los Angeles – a global center for arts, technology, and international business. As the city’s largest private employer, we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills across a variety of academic schools and units. As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks, and you will be a member of the Trojan Community - the faculty, staff, students, and alumni who make USC a great place to work.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The USC Department of Public Safety (DPS) is one of the largest campus public safety departments in the United States and employs over 300 full time personnel. DPS’s primary mission is to provide safe and secure environments on the USC campuses and in the areas surrounding the campuses. The department seeks individuals who have the knowledge, experience and sense of commitment to make the USC community safer.

JOB SUMMARY:

 In this important role, you will support the general safety of the university community by performing assigned patrol duties. You will secure the interior and exterior openings of facilities, monitor electronic door access and closed-circuit television systems, assist with investigations, and perform perimeter and parking lot security functions. This is an unarmed position working under direct supervision of a Community Service Officer II or a Sergeant.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patrols an assigned area. Performs prescribed security checks of buildings, offices, and grounds to prevent loss of university assets. Observes and reports suspicious activity or persons, and security and/or safety hazards. Conducts investigations of losses in accordance with procedures and directions.

• Opens and/or secures building and rooms according to procedures or as directed. Operates and/or monitors electronic door access, closed circuit television systems, and other security related devices. Dispatches or coordinates responses to situations as a result of observations made on CCTV and electronic door access. Assists with access at locations with malfunctioning electronic door access systems.

• Maintains logs and records required to indicate duty times, occurrences, actions taken, observations made, and other relevant information. Prepares and submits reports as required.

• Implements department procedures governing apprehensions, interrogations, and disposition of cases.

• Assists with parking control and vehicle/pedestrian security. Directs traffic and gives directions.

• Assists in maintaining perimeter and crowd control in areas of crimes, emergencies, and special activities.

• Escorts university and hospital employees, students, and/or hospital patients between facilities and their vehicles.

• Assists in crime prevention and public information programs.

• Implements and enforces OSHA, CAL-OSHA, and university policies relating to safety, health, and fire prevention.

• Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and mandatory reporter under the Clery Act based on university responsibilities. Has responsibility and is required to receive reports of crimes or criminal incidents from victims of crimes and/or third parties; notifies Department of Public Safety immediately of any reported serious crime or criminal incidents that indicates the presence of an ongoing threat to the university community; and notifies the Clery Compliance Coordinator in the Department of Public Safety.

SELECTION PROCESS

• Evaluation: Your application will be evaluated based on your relevant experience and education.

• In-depth Screening: After interview, successful candidates will undergo background, psychological, and medical evaluations.

Work Schedule:

Your regularly assigned work schedule/shift hours is a 4/10 alternative schedule; 10 hours per day, 40 hours per week. Please note that work schedules and hours may change at any time to accommodate business needs. The duration of your initial work schedule will be determined by your immediate supervisor.

Please note: Shifts include holidays, weekends, and overtime; must have availability to work certain special events and emergencies.

HOW TO APPLY

Application: Showcase your readiness to join the Trojan family by submitting a detailed application, resume, and thoughtful responses to our supplemental questions.

Current USC Employees: Please apply through the dedicated channel in Workday.

BENEFITS

USC’s Commitment to You: We offer an excellent package of benefits and programs including, but not limited to:

• Tuition assistance for you and your family

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance options

• 403b retirement account with matching 5% contribution by USC

• 50% subsidy off Metro, LADOT, and Metrolink passes

• Explore more on the USC Employee Gateway

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience: 0-6 months. Must possess a valid driver's license for 2 years. Valid State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Guard Card.

HOURLY RANGE:

The hourly rate for this position is $21.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer alignment, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Valid CA driver's license required. Position will participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. A copy of DMV record will be required as a final condition of employment. For more information please visit the policy website.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. 

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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