Campus Safety Patrol - Guest Support & Wayfinding

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Minnesota Arboretum is seeking a part-time Safety and Security staff member to provide centralized security, guest assistance, and incident response. You will support daily operations, enforce safety protocols, and coordinate law enforcement for events on site.

Responsibilities include visitor assistance, building and grounds inspections, and collaboration with multiple departments to ensure safe, welcoming environments for guests and staff.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent with 2 years operations experience.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Must have a valid Minnesota driver's license.
• Experience in safety operations in a public setting.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and Defibrillator certification or ability to obtain within six months.
• Excellent customer service and ability to interact with guests of all ages.
• Must be able to stand for up to 4 hours.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily check-ins with staff on duty at visitor center, grounds, and HRC.
• Conduct daily inspections of buildings, grounds, and road facilities to identify hazards and report to staff or authorities.
• Serve as a friendly, visible presence onsite, inform visitors of Arboretum etiquette, and assist with inquiries.
• Respond to general calls for service, access locked buildings, assist staff and visitors, and provide escorts.
• Coordinate all outside contracting/scheduling of Law Enforcement Officers for events and daily activities onsite.
• Coordinate law enforcement or first responders when needed for emergencies; report incidents or property damage.

Skills

Customer service

Safety operations

Communication skills

Team coordination

Incident reporting

Documentation management

CPR/First Aid training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Minnesota driver’s license

CPR/First Aid/Defibrillator certification

Job description

The University of Minnesota Arboretum is seeking a part-time Safety and Security staff member to provide centralized security, guest assistance, and incident response. You will support daily operations, enforce safety protocols, and coordinate law enforcement for events on site.

Responsibilities include visitor assistance, building and grounds inspections, and collaboration with multiple departments to ensure safe, welcoming environments for guests and staff.