It is the policy of the College Board of Trustees to protect the members of the college community and to protect the property of Gavilan College. Under the general direction of the V.P. of Administrative Services, the Gavilan College Security Department, directed by the Campus Security Supervisor, shall insure that reasonable protection is provided by using methods that fit within and contribute to the educational philosophy and process of the institution. Gavilan Security Officers are non-sworn and unarmed.
Security Officers are available on a daily basis, but schedules vary.
The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Department has jurisdiction on campus and enforces Federal, State and local laws, including criminal laws and Vehicle Code violations as well as handling the investigation of all criminal and traffic cases that occur on the campus. Most facilities are open from 7 a.m. Thursday and 7 a.m.- 5 p.m. on Fridays. You must stop between transmissions to wait for a reply. Gavilan Security Department has an excellent working relationship with the County Sheriff's Department and the California Highway Patrol.