Security Officer

Bethel University; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethel University in Saint Paul, MN, is hiring a Staff Security Officer for full-time, 40 hours per week. The role requires responding to calls, patrolling campus, and enforcing policies to maintain a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests.

The position offers a pay range of $23.80–$23.95 per hour and requires flexibility including weekends and some holidays. Training includes First Aid/CPR and use of force certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Must be currently First Aid/CPR certified, or have the ability to obtain certification immediately upon beginning employment.
• Must be Baton, Repuls, and Handcuff certified, or have the ability to obtain certification immediately upon beginning employment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus to maintain a visible safety presence and enforce Bethel policies.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls and document incidents clearly.
• Prepare for and respond to campus emergencies; stay updated on policies and state statutes.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Physical Fitness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

First Aid/CPR certification

Baton, Repuls, Handcuff certification

Job description

Join our Office of Safety & Security team as a Staff Security Officer. In this role, you'll do more than just patrol our physical campus; you will play a vital part in Bethel’s mission to educate and equip students in a Christ-centered community. As a member of our staff, you serve as a minister of the gospel by fostering a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where students, faculty, staff, and guests can grow and thrive.

Reporting to the Manager of Security Operations, you'll carry out the day-to-day responsibilities of maintaining a secure campus presence. You'll support university community members, respond to both emergency and non-emergency calls, and utilize quick decision-making skills to support campus partners in creating a safe environment.

This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year position. Because safety is a 24/7 priority, flexibility in working hours is required, including weekends and some holidays.

The pay range for this role is $23.80-$23.95 per hour

What you'll do

Campus Patrol and Enforcement – 40%

• Proactively patrol University campuses to maintain a visible and reassuring safety presence.
• Enforce University policies and work toward ensuring the overall safety of the Bethel University community.
• Respond to and appropriately handle both emergency and non-emergency calls or incidents, including medical emergencies, fire alarms, motor vehicle accidents, and community assistance (escorts, vehicle assists, lockouts).

Incident Response and Reporting – 25%

• Conduct security interviews on persons displaying suspicious behavior, and handle unattended items or vehicles appropriately.
• Utilize quick decision-making skills and sound judgment in accordance with Bethel University policies and State statutes.
• Request assistance from external emergency services (law enforcement, fire department, EMS) as necessary.
• Maintain clear and proper radio traffic, keeping dispatchers and supervisors informed, and write detailed, accurate electronic incident reports.

Emergency Preparedness and Compliance – 15%

• Maintain constant readiness to respond to campus emergencies effectively.
• Stay updated on university policies, procedures, and relevant state statutes.
• Successfully complete specialized training, including a 40-hour behavior detection class (SIRA®), use of force, defensive tactics, and basic first aid/CPR.

Safety, Traffic, and Event Management – 10%

• Conduct periodic safety and fire inspections as assigned by leadership.
• Issue parking violation tickets and provide active traffic direction during peak times or events.
• Set up and tear down safety signs, cones, and barricades for campus events.

Community Engagement and Assistance – 10%

• Provide high-quality, friendly service to campus guests and community members at all times.
• Assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors with safety concerns, directions, and general inquiries.

Qualifications

Required Education & Certifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Must be currently First Aid/CPR certified, or have the ability to obtain certification immediately upon beginning employment.
• Must be Baton, Repuls, and Handcuff certified, or have the ability to obtain certification immediately upon beginning employment.

Preferred Education & Experience

• 2+ years of public safety, security, or related law enforcement experience.
• Previous experience working within a higher education environment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Critical Thinking: Independent thinker with strong observation skills and the ability to multitask in high-stress situations.
• Teamwork: A proven track record of working effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Physical Fitness: Ability to maintain an adequate level of physical fitness to effectively perform duties, including a timely and active physical response to emergency situations.

Additional Responsibilities:

Bethel’s mission is to educate and equip students to lead lives of impact through transformative academics in a Christ-centered community. Bethel’s employee community plays a central role in developing our students as whole and holy persons. To carry out this mission, Bethel uses the foundation of our guiding documents, the Aff

Other Duties: The essential functions, tasks and responsibilities of this position may change from time to time. Bethel University reserves the right to add or omit duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the University or its leadership. Additional tasks or duties required of the position, will be communicated to the incumbent with specificity to ensure the employee may perform their role with complete understanding. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed; it is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Remote Work and Sponsorship Restrictions:

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Please be aware that, due to specific legal and operational considerations, we are unable to consider applicants who live in and work from the following states: AK, CA, CO, CT, Washington DC, HI, IL, IN, MA, MD, MT, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, VT, and WA. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Travel:

This position does not require travel.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as desktop and/or laptop computers, photocopiers and smartphones.

The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university in which all employees are expected to have a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of the University, and an agreement to abide by all University policies.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The job may require extended periods of sitting and traversing the Bethel Campus on a regular basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure people are able to perform the essential functions.

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Expected Hours of Work:

Typically, days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, with the expectation to work specific schedules and hours as identified and communicated by management. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. This is a 40 hour per week, 12 months per year position.

Bethel is committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees including health insurance, retirement plans, and a generous time off package. Learn more about these offerings here.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 4,700 students from 50 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world.

Bethel University’s Christ-centered mission includes a commitment to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, or age in its admissions, educational programs, or employment practices.