Public Safety Officer I Lateral Officers and Academy Graduates
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Job Description
Join the Trojan Family: USC Department of Public Safety (DPS)
Title: Public Safety Officer I (Open to lateral officers and academy graduates)
Mission: To create a safe secure crime free environment for the Trojan Family through exemplary and professional service.
About the Department
Team: DPS one of the largest campus public safety departments in the United States is a team of over 300 dedicated fulltime employees.
What we do: We share in the universitys ONE USC Safety Vision of ensuring an environment where everyone feels safe respected and protected from being a crime victim and where the experiences and needs of all USC students faculty staff and neighbors throughout USCs spheres of influence are addressed.
Learn more: Visit our DPS Website to explore our mission in depth.
Role Overview: As a Public Safety Officer I you are not just a problem solver and guardian but a vital part of a community where education meets excellence. Step into a role where your duties will include but are not limited to:
Safeguarding the Trojan Family: Through patrolling on foot or in a vehicle be ready to respond to radio and/or telephone calls for both routine and emergency assistance in criminal and noncriminal matters with efficiency and professionalism.
Deterrence: Act proactively to deter and prevent unlawful behavior through both internal and external public safety functions.
Authority and Supervision: Work under the direct supervision of a watch commander field supervisor or a unit manager/supervisor exercising powers of arrest authority as per a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the LAPD while on duty.
Upholding the Security of USC Assets: By maintaining the security of our worldclass facilities and properties.
Legal Representation: Testify in court safeguarding the universitys interests.
Community Engagement: Taking a handson approach to crime prevention and public information programs within USC and surrounding communities.
Work Schedule:
4/10 alternative work schedule; 10 hours per day 40 hours per week.
Shifts may include holidays weekends and overtime; must have availability to work certain special events and emergencies.
Selection Process
Evaluation: Your application will undergo a stringent evaluation based on your relevant experience and education.
Indepth Screening: After a series of interviews successful candidates will undergo background psychological and medical evaluations following P.O.S.T guidelines.
Preemployment Essentials: Obtain State of California Patrol Persons and Firearms permits from BSIS.
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
USCs 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: At least 1 year
Licenses/Permits:
Valid California Class C Drivers license
Completed POSTcertified Level I Academy or equivalent training/outofstate training or;
One year experience as a USC Community Service Officer (CSO) meeting the POST or equivalency requirement
Possession of the State of California Patrol Persons and Firearms permits
Valid CA drivers 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 thepolicy website.
Hourly Range
The hourly rate for this position is $41.47$51.30. 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 candidates 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.
Minimum Education: High school or equivalentMinimum Experience: 1 year
Minimum Field of Expertise: Must possess a valid California Class C Drivers license; completed POST certified Level I Academy (modules A B and C) or equivalent out of state training or have one 1 year experience as a USC Community Service Officer (CSO) and meet the POST or equivalency requirement and possess the State of California Patrol Persons and Firearms permits.
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 theBackground Screening Policy Appendix Dfor 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 ator by email at. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
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