Community Patrol Assistant

Community Patrol Assistant

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, patrol District property, campuses and adjacent areas to protect property, enforce rules and regulations, deter criminal activity and respond to other problems.

Major Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of District and campus rules, regulations and procedures regarding parking, safety and conduct.
• Ability to be alert and aware of surroundings, recognize anything out of the ordinary and quickly determine the best course of action; enforce pertinent rules and regulations with tact, firmness and diplomacy; read, write and speak English; understand and follow oral and written directions; and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Experience interacting effectively with diverse groups of people in a positive, helpful manner.

Typical Duties Include:

• Patrol District property, school campuses and adjacent areas to ensure security and student safety.
• Enforce rules and regulations on District and campus property and adjacent areas.
• Screen persons entering school grounds and report presence of unauthorized persons.
• Assist in crowd control, supervise parking and seating, and direct traffic.
• Monitor people and buildings in an effort to prevent crime.
• Give directions and information to visitors and members of the college community.
• Record incidents observed while on patrol; notify supervisor.
• Maintain files and records.

Desired Qualifications:

• Licenses/Certificates/Credentials
• Commitment to Diversity: All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Working Conditions: Varies upon assignment.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Conditions of Employment:

Selected candidate is required to complete the following prior to employment:

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the district's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);
• AND Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.