The USU Campus Security Unit is a non-sworn extension of the Utah State University Police Department (USUPD). Unarmed security officers serve the university community by providing a variety of services that include monitoring the property at USU, security escorts, building lock/unlock, motor vehicle assists, event security, and campus patrol, which provides security for commercial/residential buildings, stadiums, arenas, museums, and other facilities.

• Providing security at campus events, which includes football and basketball games, and other student events.
• Provide personal safety escorts for students.
• Provide access to locked buildings.
• Response to non-law enforcement calls for service, such as fire alarms.
• Providing various forms of assistance to university faculty, staff and students.
• Interface with the other departments within public safety.
• Security camera operation and monitoring.
• Communication with USU facilities related to utility problems, snow removal etc.
• Use of a public safety radio and learn the Utah 10 Code.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Security Shifts

• The Security Unit functions 7 days a week and operates from 6:00 a.m. to midnight, including State and Federal Holiday’s.
• Security shifts are determined by employee availability and USU Security needs.
• Part-time officers can work up to 28 hours a week.
• The security unit, which is comprised mostly of students, will be allowed to adjust their work schedule to accommodate their school schedule.
• Security officers will be required to work pregame and game day security assignments for football and basketball games, the Howl, and Mardi Gras.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Depending on the assignment, this job will at times require an extensive amount of walking, standing or sitting.
• Demonstrating interpersonal and effective communication skills (written and speaking).
• Conflict management and resolution skills and the ability to work with diverse groups and commit to equity and inclusion.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid State Driver License, clean driving history and ability to be insured.
• No police/public safety experience required. All training will be provided on the job.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skilled in the use of computers and law enforcement software programs.
• Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to make procedural decisions and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to help foster a cooperative and respectful work environment.
• Exercise excellent communication skills, both up and down chain of command.

Fundamental Abilities

Within the scope and complexity of each position’s responsibilities, each security officer is expected to possess and demonstrate the following abilities:

• Leadership: Exhibits the ability to actively lead in varied situations with diverse personalities.
• Communicating: Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Problem solving: Analyzes information and evaluates results to select the best solution and solve problems.
• Monitoring: Measures performance of self; makes improvements and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Critical Thinking: Comes to well-reasoned conclusions, solutions, and approaches to problems.
• Team Building: Works to create a team-based environment. Consistently demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers.
• Active Listening: Gives full attention when others are speaking; listens to understand, asks questions as appropriate, and does not interrupt.
• Service Orientation: Actively seeks opportunities to help others.

Core Characteristics

As representatives of Utah State University and primary contributors to its mission, all employees are expected to demonstrate the following characteristics:

• Take initiative.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Be accountable.
• Behave ethically.
• Be honest and trustworthy.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic.
• Be inquisitive.
• Be detail oriented.
• Be self-motivated.
• Efficiently manage multiple tasks.
• Be a team player.
• Be committed to improving USU.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded to the Candidate Profile 

2. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted into a text box at the end of the application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

The work environment and physical requirements will change depending on the assignment. Security officers will be required to work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Indoors work requirements may include working in an office/event space, or public space that provides protection from the elements, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Indoor assignments may require the use of repetitive hand motion (i.e. typing).
Outdoor assignments will require security officers to be exposed to various weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for extended periods of time. The security officer may also be exposed to loud noises, vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Security officers may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects around 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

*updated 04/2024

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023