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Library Safety Officer

University of California, Riverside and Careers
Riverside, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026
Under the supervision of the Security Services Lead, this position is responsible for guarding and protecting University and library property with a high intrinsic or monetary value. The Library Safety Officer will respond to and follow up on all issues within the library buildings. Acts as deterrent to criminal activity by routinely patrolling the library buildings. The incumbent must be able to work Sunday 12:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m., and Monday through Thursday 3:15 pm to 12:15 am; must have the flexibility to cover day shifts, as needed, due to scheduling issues. During the last week of instruction and finals, the incumbent will be called upon to work extended hours and consecutive days, including graveyard shifts. The full salary range for the Library Safety Officer is $21.34 - $27.59 per hour. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $26.01 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Finalists will be asked to complete an incident report based on a hypothetical scenario as part of the interview process.
  • experience
    3 years of law enforcement or building security experience
    Required

  • Must be able to stand and move about the library for extended periods of time.
    required
    Required

Ability to work occasional scheduled and unscheduled overtime, emergency call-back, and a flexible schedule as needed. Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work successfully in an intensely collaborative environment with a broad range of people from culturally diverse backgrounds including colleagues, administrators, students, faculty, donors, and alumni. Ability to read, understand, and implement written policies and procedures. Follow oral and written instructions and be able to write concise, logical reports on security incidents. Ability to organize work, establish priorities and meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to train safety personnel. Ability to remain calm and patient in order to handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy.
  • Ability to read, understand, and implement written policies and procedures. Follow oral and written instructions and be able to write concise, logical reports on security incidents.
    Required

Salary : $21 - $28

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