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College of the Canyons

36455 Rockwell Canyon Road

Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Phone: 661-259-7800

Fax: 661-362-5570

E-mail: HRO@canyons.edu
Website: www.canyons.edu

Application Deadline: 11/4/08

College of the Canyons, located 35 miles north of downtown Los Angeles in the beautiful Santa Clarita Valley, is seeking a Campus Safety Officer professional to join our team.  

Position Description:

The Campus Safety Officer is under direction of the Director, Campus Safety, patrols campus buildings; protects individuals and controls crowds during assemblies or disturbances; investigates and prepares written reports on accidents, property damage, fires, law violations, thefts, and disturbances of the peace; gathers evidence and interviews witnesses; testifies in court as necessary; guards property against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry; gives information and directs the public; assists in the orientation of District personnel regarding security measures.  Performs other related duties as assigned.

Experience:

Two years of experience as a law enforcement officer.

Education:

Completion of the twelfth grade (or equivalent), supplemented by training or coursework in public safety, security and patrol methods and procedures.

Licenses/Certificates:

California Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic Certificate, Possession and maintenance of a valid California driver’s license, and Possession of (or ability to obtain within probationary period) CPR and First Aid certificates.

Must be free of any felony convictions.  

About the District:

College of the Canyons is one of the fastest-growing community college in the nation.  More than 19,000 students attend classes here, surpassing 2011 enrollment projections five years ahead of schedule.  Current projections indicate enrollment will top 20,000 students before the end of the decade.

Located on a modern 153.4-acre campus, the college offers classes during traditional fall and spring semesters, as well as substantial summer sessions and five-week winter intercessions.  The college offers 58 AA/AS degree programs, as well as certificate programs and career-preparation certificates.  The college operates on a healthy $216 million budget (2007-2008) and offers classes seven days a week.    Over the years it has secured substantial amounts of state building funds and additional state funds through match programs with local bond monies.  It has also secured millions of dollars in grants.  All of this allows the college to engage in essential building programs and program development to accommodate its explosive growth.  The District opened a second site on Sierra Highway in Canyon Country in the Fall of 2007.

The college has maintained its status over the years as one of the largest employers in the Santa Clarita Valley.   College of the Canyons is a vital, enduring, cultural, educational and economic force in the region.   We are a dynamic campus that provides an educational experience second to none.

Application Process:

Application materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on November 4, 2008. 

Please visit our website for complete job announcement and instructions for applying.

Applicants may apply online or download an application at:

www.canyons.edu

Applications may also be requested by calling our job line at:

661-259-7800, ext 7231

TTY: 661-362-5426

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