The Seventh-day Adventist Church founded La Sierra University in the scenic Southern California City of Riverside in 1922. Riverside is a city of over 250,000 located within one hour of beaches, mountains, deserts, and Los Angeles. The University's fundamental purpose is to provide higher education in an environment for learning that emphasizes personal integrity, intellectual development, and generous service to humankind and the church. La Sierra University is a multicultural campus with students from over 70 nations. La Sierra University is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer with the right to prefer Seventh-day Adventists in hiring. In the event that a qualified Seventh-day Adventist is not available to fill a position in the University, preference will be given to applicants of other faiths who have religious beliefs compatible with those of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and who support the published mission of the University.

Security Officer II

Full-time Position

Opening Date: May 25, 2012

Proposed Hiring Date: ASAP

Scale: $12.79 - $14.17

Days: M T W TH F S S

Hours: Varies

Job Description

Guards university property against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry.

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent.  Guard card, first aid and CPR certifications. Weapons of Mass Destruction certification, pepper spray certification, baton training, and defensive tactics training.

Experience

Less than one year experience in a similar capacity.

Additional Information

Must be able to run 1.5 miles in 17 minutes and have the ability to type 25-35 words per minute.

Employment Applications/Procedures

• General application form (PDF file help)

Applications should be submitted to Human Resources, 4500 Riverwalk Parkway, Riverside, CA 92515. Telephone (951) 785-2088. This ensures centralization of materials for documentation purposes.

La Sierra University is a religiously qualified equal opportunity employer. Applicants are especially encouraged from women, minorities and persons with disabilities. Faculty and staff are recruited with specific attention to their membership in the Seventh-day Adventist Church.