Campus Public Safety Officer - Housing Patrol (24/7)

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Health insurance

Tuition support

Job summary

The University of Michigan's Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) Housing Security is a 24/7 uniformed public safety unit focused on Michigan Housing. Officers provide patrols, escorts, and safety services to residents and staff across the university's housing communities.

Officers protect assets, respond to emergencies, and maintain access control and safety reporting. This full-time, onsite role involves varied shifts, strong customer service, and collaboration with campus police and

Qualifications

• High school or GED equivalent plus 1 year of security, fire, military, customer service or emergency management experience.
• Experience enforcing fire, safety and security practices.
• Ability to handle emergency situations and use related equipment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record with fewer than 6 points.
• Must pass comprehensive safety background checks, drug screening, psychological evaluation, and physical exam.

Responsibilities

• Ensure public safety and act as liaison with state and local police, fire and security agencies.
• De-escalate non-violent situations; investigate criminal activity; assist students, staff and visitors.
• Patrol Michigan Housing buildings and monitor alarm systems (security, access control, fire).
• Detect safety hazards and criminal activity.
• Provide courteous service with a culture of safety and respect to all community members.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters and prepare incident/ security reports.

Skills

Security experience

Emergency response

MS Word / Excel

Driver's license

Background checks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The University of Michigan's Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) Housing Security is a 24/7 uniformed public safety unit focused on Michigan Housing. Officers provide patrols, escorts, and safety services to residents and staff across the university's housing communities.

Officers protect assets, respond to emergencies, and maintain access control and safety reporting. This full-time, onsite role involves varied shifts, strong customer service, and collaboration with campus police and