Internal Posting? Posting Number SP005298P Position Title Campus & Event Safety/Security Officer Division/College DFA Operations Department Security Location Moscow Posting Context Statement
The Campus & Event Safety/Security Officer provides a multitude of services that provides a safe and secure environment for the university community both on a day-to-day basis as well as for events happening throughout campus. This position also plays a key role in establishing and strengthening relationships with on campus and off campus stakeholders through providing exemplary customer service.
Position Overview
This position oversees and implements university safety and security policies to create a safe and secure environment for the university community both day-to-day and during event operations. This position also plays a key role in establishing and strengthening relationships with on-campus and off-campus stakeholders through providing exemplary customer service.
This is an essential position that may be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or university closure.
Duties may include:
Conduct general security patrol on campus and at events and report emergencies to university, city or state officials
Assist with Safe Walks, extra patrol requests, building lockouts and on-call notifications
Enforce university alcohol policies
Monitor access control, check credentials, check tickets and enforce clear bag requirements
Using computer software and applications including word-processing software, spreadsheets, email and internet
Working in a team environment to accomplish shared goals
Following documented policies and procedures
Required Education
High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Other
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to work a non-standard schedule to meet the needs of the department
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
Additional Preferred
Knowledge of safety and security operations and best practices
One year experience as a safety/security officer
Demonstrated competence with written and verbal communication
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Must be able to:
Move around and between venues throughout the workday
Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 40 pounds occasionally
Bend, stoop, shovel and be comfortable working at significant heights
Traverse any part of campus including asphalt, sidewalks, grass, dirt, playgrounds, etc.
Sit and stand for extended periods of time
Work in inclement weather conditions
Degree Requirement N/A: No degree requirement
Posting Information
FLSA Status Non-Exempt Employee Category Classified Pay Range $19.69 per hour or higher depending on experience Type of Appointment Fiscal Year FTE
1
Full Time/Part Time Full Time Funding A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No Posting Date 06/03/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
This in-person position is based in Moscow, Idaho and not offering Visa sponsorship.
To receive first consideration, please submit a letter of qualification, current resume, and references (last 3 supervisors) no later than June 17th
In your letter of qualifications ( human-resources-letter-of-qualification-template.docx ) using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align.
If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Christy Day at cday@uidaho.edu
