Office and field positions
 Campus
Safety currently has two office positions for students: Communications
and Video. We also have two field positions: Safety and
Escort. Each position has different responsibilities and
requirements, so please read the brief descriptions below to see which one
best fits your needs. We allow cross-training for those that are
interested in working multiple positions.
Brief Job Position Descriptions
Communications Officer:
The
"CO" is the communications 'hub' for the department, answering the Campus
Safety non-emergency and emergency lines, dispatching Safety and Escort
Officers to their individual calls, screening students for admits,
issuing keys, vehicle rentals, occassionally answering the Campus
Operator phone, and much more...
Requirements:
- Must be proficient enough in the English language to effectively communicate over phone, radio and in written form.
- Capable of multitasking in high-stress situations.
Escort Officer:
The "EO" is responsible for the safety of students, staff and PLU
affiliates that request an escort. They communicate with the "CO"
for each call and record information on each escort.
Requirements:
-
Must be proficient enough in the English language to effectively communicate over phone, radio and in written form.
- Must have a current US-recognized driver's license and be eligible for a PLU driver's card.
Safety Officer:
An "SO" can be considered to be the police, fire and medical responder
for the University. Along with routine checks of all University
buildings, Safety Officers frequently respond to medical aids, fire and
intrusion alarms, take information and write reports, provide walking
escorts, are a resource for information and patrol campus property and
parking lots.
Requirements:
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Must be proficient enough in the English language to effectively communicate over phone, radio and in written form.
- Must have a current US-recognized driver's license and be eligible for a PLU driver's card.
- Must be able to pass a semi-annual run-test of a 1/2 mile in 3:40.
Video Officer:
The "VO" is responsible for monitoring the various cameras that are
located around the campus, logging and reporting all activities to the
Safety Officers, reviewing prior footage and backing up videos for
disciplinary action or for use by the Pierce County Sheriff's
Department.
Requirements:
-
Must be proficient enough in the English language to effectively communicate over phone, radio and in written form.
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Did you know?
Campus Safety currently employs roughly:
15 Communications Officers
15 Escort Officers
30 Safety Officers
25 Video Officers
and several reserve officers.
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Communications Officer
Escort Officer
Safety Officer
Video Officer
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