Campus Safety Mission Statement

Occidental College Campus Safety exists to serve its campus community with respect, fairness and integrity. The diversity of people our campus represents is valued and service to meet the needs of all with equal dedication is promoted. Campus Safety is committed to the prevention of crime, protection of life and property, the preservation of peace, good order, and safety to the students, employees, and guests of the College.

With community service as a foundation, Campus Safety is dedicated to goals which enhance the quality of life on campus. Solutions which foster a sense of security in the College community are sought. The trust of those served by Campus Safety is nurtured; holding each Officer to the highest level of performance and integrity.

Campus Safety is responsible for the protection of life and property, to maintain peace, to promote proactive crime prevention through education, provide services to the Campus community, and to enforce various administrative, traffic, and parking regulations.

To fulfill this mission, Campus Safety supervision is dedicated to providing a quality work environment and the development of its Officers through continued training and supportive leadership. Achievement of this mission requires continuous training of Safety Officers, frequent re-evaluation of performance, and patrol enforcement techniques and strategies.