Community Service Officer

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential pay

Job summary

University Police at University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks a Community Service Officer to patrol campus, assist students and staff, and support safety operations. You will act as a visible, trusted presence in residence halls and throughout the university, contributing to a safe campus environment.

This full-time role requires flexible shifts, including overnights, weekends, and holidays. Prior security exposure is preferred but not required, with shift differential pay where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Ability to use standard technology, communication tools, and equipment required for the role.
• Ability to understand and apply policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirement.
• Ability to pass a background investigation and pre-placement physical exam.
• One year of security experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct foot and vehicle patrols in residence halls and surrounding areas, monitor behavior, secure buildings, and report disturbances.
• Respond to minor calls for assistance as assigned or until a police officer arrives.
• Assist students with accessing and navigating university resources.
• Help ensure building security through door access control and surveillance monitoring.
• Maintain order during special events.

Skills

Basic technology skills

Policy understanding

Background check

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Description Of Work

Do you want to make a real difference

while growing your career in campus safety and law enforcement?

Working Title

Community Service Officer

Department

University Police-0823

Description Of Work

Do you want to make a real difference while growing your career in campus safety and law enforcement?

Join the University Police Department as a Community Service Officer

and be part of a team committed to a community policing approach, building relationships, solving problems collaboratively, and enhancing safety across campus.

In this role, you’ll be a visible and trusted presence in residence halls and throughout the university, creating a safe and supportive environment for all members of our community. Community Service Officers connect with students, faculty, staff and visitors, help address concerns, and contribute to practical solutions that strengthen the campus experience.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct foot and vehicle patrols, monitoring residence halls and surrounding areas, monitoring behavior, securing buildings and property, and reporting disturbances.
• Respond to minor calls for assistance as assigned or until a police officer arrives.
• Assist students with accessing and navigating university resources.
• Help ensure building security through door access control and surveillance monitoring.
• Maintain order during special events.

This role is essential to our 24/7 campus safety operations. Most shifts are overnight, with occasional daytime hours for special events. Flexibility is required, including availability for nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Shift differential pay is provided when applicable.

About Us

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full‑time regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working at UNL : https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Ability to use standard technology, communication tools, and equipment required for the role.
• Ability to understand and apply policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirement.
• Ability to pass a background investigation and pre-placement physical exam.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of security experience preferred but not required.

Posted Salary

$18.00/hr