Campus Security Officer

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
January 25, 2026
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):
385E-YN_CS_NPS - Campus Security Officer

Business Title:
Campus Security Officer

Employee Type:
Classified

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

As a Campus Security Officer, you play a vital role in keeping our campus safe and welcoming. In this position, you will:

• Protect life and property by maintaining a secure environment for students, staff, and visitors.
  
• Enforce campus regulations as well as local, state, and federal laws.
  
• Maintain order and respond to incidents, ensuring a calm and safe atmosphere.
  
• Prevent and investigate crime, using your training and judgment to resolve issues effectively.
  

If you're committed to safety, enjoy working with people, and want to make a difference in your community, this is the role for you!

Percentage Breakdown of Job Functions:

• 40% Security
  
• 35% Patrol
  
• 10% Emergency Response
  
• 10% Safety & Compliance
  
• 5% Other
  

Additional Information:

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $4,119 to $5,531 | Range 46 | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

• High School graduation or equivalent; possession of a valid driver's license; no previous felony convictions; AND two years of police or campus security experience or other related experience
  
• Ability to work a schedule of rotating shifts throughout the year, which will include nights, weekends, and holidays.
  
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver's license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
  
• This position has been designated by the department to require a background check, motor vehicle records check, and WSP WATCH.
  
• Obtain certification in defensive techniques and equipment within six months of initial hire. Periodic re-certification to maintain currency is required.
  
• Possess current First Aid and AED/CPR certification or obtain certification within the first 90 days of employment.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification from the Criminal Justice Training Commission.
  
• Be able to obtain a Law Enforcement Commission; a Spokane Police Department limited commission.
  
• Experience working in a diverse environment.
  

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About WSU Spokane Safety & Security - https://spokane.wsu.edu/campus-security/

Area/College: WSU Spokane
Department Name: Safety & Security
Location: Spokane, WA

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

External candidates, upload all documents in the 'Application Document' section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the 'Resume/Cover Letter' section of your application.

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:
Full time

Position Term:
12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.

Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU's Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights, or both.

More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/

To apply, visit https://wsu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WSU_Jobs/job/Spokane-WA/Campus-Security-Officer_R-14421

Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.







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