Public Safety Officer

Summary

Hamline University Public Safety OfficerFounded 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 SummaryThe 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, state and federal law and play a key role in crime prevention. Each officer is required to be completely knowledgeable of all areas of the position and performance of duties will be held to a high standard. Each officer will become thoroughly familiar with all areas of assignment for the purpose of assisting community members, preventing crime through active patrols, attention to detail and engagement of community members and guests. Public Safety Officers must successfully complete all initial and sustainment training including, but not limited to annual use of force and medical recertification.Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesEnsure safety and security of university ground utilizing foot and vehicle patrolsProvide initial response to crimes, policy violations, emergencies, accidents and all other requests for assistanceLiaison with police, fire and emergency respondersDeescalate disruptive activity and when necessary detain and control persons engaged in criminal acts or acts endangering the safety of the Hamline University communityWrite professional, detailed narrative and investigative reportsEnforce, university policy, state and federal lawComplete designated NIMS and ICS courses within 90 days of start dateRespond to life safety system alarms (fire, etc.) and supervise building evacuationsProfessional respond to all calls for service (access requests, safety escorts, jump starts, etc)Effectively use security technical systems to include CCTV, VMS, access control, alarm systems, elevator control, etc.Trespass individual from campus when appropriateFunction as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) as required by the Clery ActSupport special events as directed by department leadershipComplete driver training and safely operate university vehicles as requiredComplete and retain required medical certifications. BLS/First Aid within the first 90 days of employment and EMR within the first year of employment.At times this position will be required to help with university events ( large scale events including commencement)All other duties as requested.Reporting RelationshipsThis position reports to the: Staff SergeantThis position does not supervise other employees.This position does not supervise student workers.Budget Management Responsibilities: This position is responsible for the following budget: N/ABudget Range: This position is not responsible for the management of a budget.Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Key CompetenciesPunctuality in being on time for assigned shiftsWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Google Apps, reporting programs, camera systems, and basic security systemsAbility to respond effectively and respectfully to people of diverse backgrounds, affirming their worth and preserving individual, family, and community dignityExcellent verbal and non-verbal communication skillsProficiency in writing clear and effective reportsBasic understanding of Clery Act requirements, Title IX, and MN Sexual Assault Law for Higher EducationAbility to pass initial and annual defensive tactics trainingCompetence in carrying and safely using all department-issued equipmentExperience and sensitivity in working with students from diverse backgroundsWillingness and capability to be mandated to cover for staff shortages when necessaryMinimum Education/ExperienceHigh School diploma or GEDExcellent communications skills1+ year of working with basic computer programs (Word, Excel, etc)Ability to respond to varied dynamic, stressful incidents and make critical decisions in a timely manner with limited supervisionPreferred Education/ExperienceValid driver's licenseAssociate degree from an accredited college or university1+ years of security experience at an institution of higher educationEmergency Medical Responder (EMR certification)Required Licensure/Certification/RegistrationN/AWorking Conditions / EquipmentMust perform the following essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation:Must be able to work in outdoor seasonal extremesMust be able to respond to various hazards including but not limited to environmental, medical, fire, and blood borne pathogensMust be able to properly wear and use all department issued equipmentMust be able to occasionally lift 25- 50 lbs.Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 80% of shift)Must be able to respond to situations involving aggressive people and other dangers associated with responding to criminal activityMust be able to bend, crouch, push, pull, kneel and climb stairs while carrying equipmentAdditional InformationRate: $18 an hourThis is a full time, 1.0 FTE, exempt position, 12 months a year.Shift: 10-hour shiftsSchedule: RotatingExample Rotation: Week 1 – Mon–Wed, 11:30 AM–9:30 PM | Week 2 – Wed–Sat, 11:30 AM–9:30 PM | 6am- 4pmEEO/DIVERSITY STATEMENTHamline 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.

Job Description

Hamline University Public Safety OfficerFounded 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 SummaryThe 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, state and federal law and play a key role in crime prevention. Each officer is required to be completely knowledgeable of all areas of the position and performance of duties will be held to a high standard. Each officer will become thoroughly familiar with all areas of assignment for the purpose of assisting community members, preventing crime through active patrols, attention to detail and engagement of community members and guests. Public Safety Officers must successfully complete all initial and sustainment training including, but not limited to annual use of force and medical recertification.Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesEnsure safety and security of university ground utilizing foot and vehicle patrolsProvide initial response to crimes, policy violations, emergencies, accidents and all other requests for assistanceLiaison with police, fire and emergency respondersDeescalate disruptive activity and when necessary detain and control persons engaged in criminal acts or acts endangering the safety of the Hamline University communityWrite professional, detailed narrative and investigative reportsEnforce, university policy, state and federal lawComplete designated NIMS and ICS courses within 90 days of start dateRespond to life safety system alarms (fire, etc.) and supervise building evacuationsProfessional respond to all calls for service (access requests, safety escorts, jump starts, etc)Effectively use security technical systems to include CCTV, VMS, access control, alarm systems, elevator control, etc.Trespass individual from campus when appropriateFunction as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) as required by the Clery ActSupport special events as directed by department leadershipComplete driver training and safely operate university vehicles as requiredComplete and retain required medical certifications. BLS/First Aid within the first 90 days of employment and EMR within the first year of employment.At times this position will be required to help with university events ( large scale events including commencement)All other duties as requested.Reporting RelationshipsThis position reports to the: Staff SergeantThis position does not supervise other employees.This position does not supervise student workers.Budget Management Responsibilities: This position is responsible for the following budget: N/ABudget Range: This position is not responsible for the management of a budget.Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Key CompetenciesPunctuality in being on time for assigned shiftsWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Google Apps, reporting programs, camera systems, and basic security systemsAbility to respond effectively and respectfully to people of diverse backgrounds, affirming their worth and preserving individual, family, and community dignityExcellent verbal and non-verbal communication skillsProficiency in writing clear and effective reportsBasic understanding of Clery Act requirements, Title IX, and MN Sexual Assault Law for Higher EducationAbility to pass initial and annual defensive tactics trainingCompetence in carrying and safely using all department-issued equipmentExperience and sensitivity in working with students from diverse backgroundsWillingness and capability to be mandated to cover for staff shortages when necessaryMinimum Education/ExperienceHigh School diploma or GEDExcellent communications skills1+ year of working with basic computer programs (Word, Excel, etc)Ability to respond to varied dynamic, stressful incidents and make critical decisions in a timely manner with limited supervisionPreferred Education/ExperienceValid driver's licenseAssociate degree from an accredited college or university1+ years of security experience at an institution of higher educationEmergency Medical Responder (EMR certification)Required Licensure/Certification/RegistrationN/AWorking Conditions / EquipmentMust perform the following essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation:Must be able to work in outdoor seasonal extremesMust be able to respond to various hazards including but not limited to environmental, medical, fire, and blood borne pathogensMust be able to properly wear and use all department issued equipmentMust be able to occasionally lift 25- 50 lbs.Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 80% of shift)Must be able to respond to situations involving aggressive people and other dangers associated with responding to criminal activityMust be able to bend, crouch, push, pull, kneel and climb stairs while carrying equipmentAdditional InformationRate: $18 an hourThis is a full time, 1.0 FTE, exempt position, 12 months a year.Shift: 10-hour shiftsSchedule: RotatingExample Rotation: Week 1 – Mon–Wed, 11:30 AM–9:30 PM | Week 2 – Wed–Sat, 11:30 AM–9:30 PM | 6am- 4pmEEO/DIVERSITY STATEMENTHamline 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.