Campus Security Officer (SA26034)

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Mankato, MN

4d•$49,297 - $67,943•Onsite

About The Position

Supervise a shift that typically consists of Student Patrol Officers, Student Communications Officers, an EMT, and a Parking & Traffic Services Supervisor or Officer to ensure protection of persons and property; enforcement of laws, ordinances and regulations; and responses to criminal, medical, mechanical, weather related and other emergencies at Minnesota State University, Mankato. Maintain a high level of public relations and effective communications with members of the University Community. This position provides primary direction and decision making during incidents on campus until relieved by a higher authority. This position is weather essential as determined by management of MSU during inclement weather and other emergency periods as declared by the Commissioner of Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) and/or the President of the University consistent with MnSCU Board Policy 4.4 Weather/Emergency Closings Part 2., Subpart A., No. 2.: https://www.minnstate.edu/board/policy/404.html.

Requirements

At least two (2) years of experience as a Security Patrol Officer, Crime Prevention Officer, or Peace Officer.
Associate's degree in Law Enforcement, Paralegal or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience; Bachelor’s degree in above areas may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
Shall pass background check free from convictions of felony and/or misdemeanors or other trust violation information.
Possess a valid Minnesota Driver’s License or obtain one prior to appointment.
Associate’s degree or higher in any field of study.
Suitable intelligence and emotional stability
Good general intelligence and emotional stability; good judgment with ability to firmly, tactfully, and courteously handle situations with respect for the rights of others; ability and willingness to maintain strict confidentiality; ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively; good powers of observation and memory; ability to motivate and accomplish work through student employees; mechanical aptitude sufficient to recognize and to temporarily control mechanical emergencies.
Ability to make decisions and perform all job functions while in possibly life threatening and/or stressful situations; function within very traumatic situations; make decisions and function while working with incidents involving trauma to the human body and possibly death; communicate and function while directing stressful multiple tasks; assume command and control of multiple organizations in emergency situations; communicate and maintain control when confronted with very demanding and difficult individuals or groups of individuals; ability to overcome fear of harm or death.
Provide the Minnesota State University, Mankato community with courteous and helpful service, consistent with the limits of available personnel and non-salary resources.
Communicate frequently with the customer to determine if their concerns have been addressed and ensure that their responses are shared with your supervisor.
Contribute ideas for improvement in the day-to-day activities of your job and work with co-workers to ensure understandings and a better working environment.
Ability to secure the respect and confidence of departmental personnel and the public.
Physical abilities including: Hearing – normal or corrected to normal; eyesight 20/20 or corrected to 20/20 with normal color vision; on an 8 hour shift, sit for 8 hours and/or stand for 8 hours and/or walk for 8 hours; walk on slippery surfaces; continuously bend/stoop, crouch, kneel, balance, push/pull, occasionally squat, crawl, climb, reach above shoulder level; use both feet for repetitive movements; use hands for grasping and fine manipulating; ability to manually direct traffic; talk and listen using a standard telephone; talk and listen using a two-way radio; ability to speak loudly and clearly; ability to drive and automobile or truck in all types of weather; ability to ride a bicycle; ability to defend against aggressive/combative individuals; ability to identify smoke and common hazardous materials by sense of smell.
Strength: Occasionally carry and lift thirty to forty pounds and to lift and carry twenty-five pounds for extended periods of time.
Stamina: Frequently endures exposure to changes in temperature from zero degrees to thirty-seven degrees Celsius and to occasionally endure temperatures much lower or somewhat higher.
This position requires a passing background check under Minnesota Statutes 299C.60 to 299C.64 – Minnesota Child Protection Background Check Act. It is expected that the employee maintains the ability to pass applicable background check throughout employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to notify the supervisor no later than the beginning of your next shift of any charges, allegations, convictions that may impact their standing under the applicable background check.
This position requires a valid, applicable driver’s license, as well as a DVS records check with an acceptable rating. Employees must have an active, valid, and, applicable driver’s license if they drive a vehicle on state business.
Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating in and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
Experience in or knowledge of University policies, local, state and federal laws.
City of Mankato Ordinances.
Minnesota State University, Mankato regulations and policies.
MnSCU policies and regulations
Constitutional law
Experience in or knowledge of standard police practices
Investigation techniques and procedures
Rules of evidence
Citizen’s arrest laws
Traffic control
National Incident Management and Incident Command Systems
Experience in or knowledge of security at a University
Clery Act
Family Education Rights and Privacy Act
Minnesota Government Data Practices Act
Loss Prevention
Physical Security
Experience in or knowledge of emergency medical techniques
First Responder level or greater
Strong Communications Skills
Speak and understand English, read and write English; good communication and human relations skills are essential for interviewing witnesses, victims, suspects; defusing conflicts and violent situations. These skills are also essential for providing effective leadership to staff.
Good written communication is essential for writing reports, recommending modifications to emergency procedures and policies.

Responsibilities

Supervise a shift that typically consists of Student Patrol Officers, Student Communications Officers, an EMT, and a Parking & Traffic Services Supervisor or Officer
Ensure protection of persons and property
Enforcement of laws, ordinances and regulations
Responses to criminal, medical, mechanical, weather related and other emergencies at Minnesota State University, Mankato
Maintain a high level of public relations and effective communications with members of the University Community
Provide primary direction and decision making during incidents on campus until relieved by a higher authority

Benefits

11 paid Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
a Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
employer paid life insurance
short and long term disability
professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents