Campus Safety Officer - Southeast Technical College
About The Position
This position is location in Sioux Falls, South Dakota Why Join Our Team The Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office invites applications for a Campus Safety Officer to perform general security work and provide protection for Southeast Technical College students, staff, visitors and property. Our Campus Safety Officers are South Dakota certified law enforcement officers who work closely with the faculty and students on campus to provide a safe and secure campus environment. The current available shift is day hours, Monday - Friday with no nights or weekends. Our safety officers provide security throughout the week and weekends covering a wide range hours. Future shift schedules may be adjusted as necessary in cooperation with Southeast Tech's needs and requests. This position requires a current South Dakota law enforcement certification. Applicants should include a copy of their certification with their application. The listed hiring range for this position is $27.57/hr - $30.40/hr with full earning potential to $40.85/hr. Appointment above the hiring range is dependent upon qualifications. This posting will remain open until filled with the initial review of applications to begin on April 21, 2026. How You Will Make an Impact Protect Southeast Technical College students, staff, and visitors. Protect all Southeast Technical College property. Serve as a liaison between Southeast Technical College and the Sioux Falls fire, law enforcement, and emergency medical services. Make recommendations to Southeast Technical College administration on minimizing risk and controlling crime. Provide assistance to students, staff, and administration in the areas of law and safety. Write and maintain reports. Update and maintain security officer's operations manual. Compile yearly statistical data on campus crime for Department of Education.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and one year of relevant work experience.
- A current South Dakota Law Enforcement Certification.
- Comparable combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Must be a minimum of age 21 at the time of hiring.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record with Minnehaha County.
- Must successfully complete pre-employment background process.
- Must maintain ability to be a credible witness in court.
- Ability to apply the policies and procedures of law enforcement operations, to make appropriate decisions quickly, and to act with tact and impartiality.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other agencies, and the public.
- Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of civil laws
- Basic computer skills
- Good interpersonal relation skills
Responsibilities
- Protect Southeast Technical College students, staff, and visitors.
- Protect all Southeast Technical College property.
- Serve as a liaison between Southeast Technical College and the Sioux Falls fire, law enforcement, and emergency medical services.
- Make recommendations to Southeast Technical College administration on minimizing risk and controlling crime.
- Provide assistance to students, staff, and administration in the areas of law and safety.
- Write and maintain reports.
- Update and maintain security officer's operations manual.
- Compile yearly statistical data on campus crime for Department of Education.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
