Job Details

Campus & Event Safety/Security Officer

Position Number: 6875110
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

Campus & Event Safety/Security Officer

Posting Number: SP005154P
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. This position will work swing shift.

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
Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

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 drivers 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
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $19.69 per hour or higher depending on experience
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
FTE:

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 01/23/2026
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 February 6, 2026.

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.

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/50641

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.