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Housing Community Service Officer (Full-Time)

San Jose State University, San Jose, CA, United States


Job Summary
The Housing Community Service Officer reports to the Police Lieutenant and receives direction from the Lead Housing Community Service Officer. The officer is responsible for ensuring a safe and secure environment for residents, guests, staff, and the facilities of University Housing Services. The officer assists in providing public safety services for the San Jose State University residence community, which houses approximately 4,200 students, staff, and families in two apartment buildings and four residence halls.

Key Responsibilities

Perform foot patrol of the housing buildings and grounds

Address housing concerns as directed by University Housing Services staff and University Police

Encourage compliance with housing policies

Report suspected hazards and criminal behavior

Provide assistance to patrons and staff as requested

Respond to calls for services

Check in regularly with the building desk during the shift

Go on rounds with a building RA on duty on a rotating basis

Serve as a police escort to residents

Monitor the parking garage in Campus Village B and issue tickets for unauthorized vehicles

Utilize the access card system to obtain information regarding resident entry and building access

Use the closed‑circuit television surveillance system

Monitor fire safety systems and alarms

Enter requests into the TMA system regarding maintenance, facilities, and security related issues

Respond to alarms and emergency situations

Assist University housing staff and University Police with crisis response as appropriate

Serve on the University Housing Services emergency preparedness and crisis response team

Submit reports and provide updates regarding incidents

Produce and enter reports into Maxient as needed

Participate in regular meetings with the housing leadership team

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to learn, quickly understand, and apply specific housing and San Jose State University regulations

Ability to understand and apply local, state, and federal laws

Knowledge of, or ability to learn, applicable public safety equipment and systems

Ability to prepare clear and concise reports

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to act calmly and rationally in emergency situations

Ability to understand and operate a computer card key access station

Ability to understand and operate fire safety and alarm systems

Ability to learn Police 10 code

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse, multicultural, and socio‑economic community environment

Ability to monitor and access CCTV screens

Valid California driver’s license

Professional and respectful communication with constituents

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid California driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

Six months of previous police, security, military, law enforcement training and/or experience

Experience working in a residential setting

Customer service experience

Experience working with student populations

Compensation
Classification: Community Service Specialist I

Anticipated hiring salary: $4,659/month (Step 16)

CSU salary range: $3,461/month – $5,043/month

San Jose State University offers a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30–35% of base salary.

Work Schedule
Selected candidates will be assigned to one of the following shifts based on operational needs.

Day Shift : Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Wednesday, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

Night Shift : Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

Vaccination Policy
The CSU requires faculty, staff, and students accessing campus facilities to be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 (including all booster doses) or to declare a medical or religious exemption. Compliance with this requirement is a condition of employment.

Additional Information
Completion of a background check (including employment and education verification) is required for employment. The standard background check includes a criminal records check and may include motor vehicle and/or credit checks. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. The University will cover all costs associated with this procedure.

Equal Employment Statement
San Jose State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

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