Public Safety Officer

Hamline University; St. Paul (IN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamline University is seeking a Full-time Public Safety Officer to protect the campus community. The role entails patrols, incident response, and coordination with police and emergency responders to maintain safety and order.

You will complete required training, maintain certifications, and provide access assistance while using security systems and reporting tools. Strong communication and diligence are essential to support a safe campus environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Excellent communication skills.
• At least one year of experience with basic computer programs.
• Ability to respond to stressful incidents and make timely decisions with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Patrol university grounds on foot and by vehicle.
• Respond to crimes, emergencies, and coordinate with responders.
• De-escalate incidents and detain when necessary.
• Prepare detailed incident and investigative reports.
• Complete designated NIMS and IC courses within 90 days.
• Respond to life safety alarms and assist evacuations.
• Provide access assistance and safety escorts.
• Operate CCTV and access control systems.
• Serve as Campus Security Authority under the Clery Act.

Skills

Punctuality

MS Office

Google tools

Reporting software

Camera systems

Security systems

Diversity sensitivity

Verbal communication

Report writing

Clery Act knowledge

Title IX knowledge

Minnesota law knowledge

Defensive tactics training

Equipment use

Staffing coverage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree (preferred)

Job description

Founded in 1854, Hamline was the first university in Minnesota and among the first coeducational institutions in the nation. Hamline University provides a world‑class education for undergraduate and graduate students. Our faculty, staff, and students cultivate an ethic of civic responsibility, social justice, and inclusive leadership and service.

Hamline University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Hamline University does not discriminate on the basis of race; color; religion; creed; sex; national origin; marital status; familial status; status with regard to public assistance; membership or activity in a local human rights commission; disability; age; protected veteran status; or any other status protected by applicable law in its education or employment programs or activities. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

JOB SUMMARY

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure the safety, security and well‑being of the Hamline University campus community. Public Safety Officers enforce University policy and applicable law and play a key role in crime prevention. Officers become familiar with all assigned areas to assist community members, prevent crime through active patrols and engage with guests. Officers must complete initial and ongoing training, including annual use of force and medical recertification.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure safety and security of university grounds through foot and vehicle patrols.
• Respond to crimes, policy violations, emergencies, accidents and requests for assistance; coordinate with police, fire and emergency responders.
• De‑escalate disruptive activity and, when necessary and authorized, detain and control persons engaged in criminal acts or acts endangering community safety.
• Write professional, detailed incident and investigative reports; enforce university policy and applicable law.
• Complete designated NIMS and IC courses within 90 days of employment.
• Respond to life safety alarms and assist with building evacuations.
• Provide access assistance, safety escorts, jump starts and other calls for service.
• Use CCTV, video management, access control, alarms and other security systems effectively.
• Address trespass incidents when appropriate and serve as a Campus Security Authority under the Clery Act.
• Support special events, complete driver training and safely operate university vehicles as required.
• Earn and maintain BLS/First Aid certification within 90 days and EMR certification within one year.
• Perform other duties as requested.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to the Staff Sergeant. Does not supervise employees or student workers.

BUDGET MANAGEMENT

No budget management responsibility.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES

• Punctuality and readiness for assigned shifts.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google tools, reporting software, camera systems and basic security systems.
• Respectful response to people of diverse backgrounds while preserving individual and community dignity.
• Strong verbal communication and clear, effective report writing.
• Basic knowledge of the Clery Act, Title IX and Minnesota sexual assault law for higher education.
• Ability to pass initial and annual defensive tactics training and safely use issued equipment.
• Sensitivity when working with students from diverse backgrounds and ability to cover staffing shortages when needed.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED.
• Excellent communication skills.
• At least one year of experience with basic computer programs.
• Ability to respond to stressful incidents and make timely decisions with limited supervision.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Valid driver’s license.
• Associate degree from an accredited institution.
• At least one year of security experience in higher education.
• Emergency Medical Responder certification.

REQUIRED LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / REGISTRATION

None at hire; training and certification requirements are listed above.

WORKING CONDITIONS / EQUIPMENT

• Must perform the following essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation:
• Work outdoors in seasonal extremes and respond to environmental, medical, fire and bloodborne pathogen hazards.
• Wear and use all department‑issued equipment; occasionally lift 25-50 pounds.
• Stand and walk for extended periods, up to 80% of a shift.
• Respond to aggressive persons and other hazards associated with criminal activity.
• Bend, crouch, push, pull, kneel and climb stairs while carrying equipment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Full-time, 1.0 FTE, 12-month position.
• Starting rate: $21.00 per hour.

Example of a two-week schedule:

Week 1: Tuesday–Friday, 9:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

Week 2: Monday–Tuesday and Saturday–Sunday, 9:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

Each week includes four 10-hour shifts. The overnight shift is counted based on the day it starts.

EEO / DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Hamline University will not tolerate discrimination, harassment or retaliation based on race; color; religion; creed; sex;

sexual orientation; gender expression; gender identity; national origin; marital status; familial status; status with regard to public assistance; service with a local human rights commission; disability; age; or protected veteran status in its employment and educational opportunities.