Campus Safety Officer: 24/7 Patrol & Community Support

Kalamazoo College; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Kalamazoo College seeks dedicated individuals to join our Campus Safety team. Officers patrol the campus, respond to incidents, enforce rules, and engage with students, staff, and visitors to foster a safe, welcoming environment.

This on-site role requires flexibility for 24/7 operations, with shifts determined at hire. You will prepare clear written reports, coordinate with local authorities when needed, and support the campus community through calm, professional service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college coursework in criminal justice or related fields preferred.
• Experience in campus safety, public service, or emergency management is preferred.
• Understanding of basic laws and private security roles.
• Calm under pressure with quick, appropriate responses to emergencies.
• Clear written and verbal communication; detail-oriented for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive foot and vehicle patrols to maintain visibility and deter crime.
• Respond to calls for service via radio or phone and assess situations quickly.
• Enforce campus rules, including parking regulations and citations.
• Document incidents and prepare clear written reports using Word.
• Coordinate with city law enforcement as needed and assist victims.

Skills

Communication skills

Public safety

Written reports

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Kalamazoo College seeks dedicated individuals to join our Campus Safety team. Officers patrol the campus, respond to incidents, enforce rules, and engage with students, staff, and visitors to foster a safe, welcoming environment.

This on-site role requires flexibility for 24/7 operations, with shifts determined at hire. You will prepare clear written reports, coordinate with local authorities when needed, and support the campus community through calm, professional service.