Campus Safety & Security Specialist

University of Detroit Mercy; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Retirement plan

Job summary

University of Detroit Mercy is seeking a Security Officer to patrol campus, protect buildings and grounds, and enforce university policies, including parking rules. The role focuses on maintaining safety for students, staff, and visitors and responding to security needs across the campus.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, reliable interpersonal skills, strong communication, and computer literacy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in security or customer-facing roles is a plus.
• Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Patrols campus, providing security to all individuals on university property; checks and maintains security to all buildings and grounds.
• Provides security services (unlocking cars, starting stalled vehicles, emergency weather notification, unlocking/locking doors to buildings, etc.).
• Monitors facilities and reports any problems to Facilities Management for repair.
• Investigates university criminal/traffic complaints/concerns. Deals with parking concerns and enforcement.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Professional demeanor

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Access

Job description

University of Detroit Mercy is seeking a Security Officer to patrol campus, protect buildings and grounds, and enforce university policies, including parking rules. The role focuses on maintaining safety for students, staff, and visitors and responding to security needs across the campus.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, reliable interpersonal skills, strong communication, and computer literacy.