Campus Security Officer - Campus Security Officer

Metropolitan State University•Minneapolis, MN

3d•$24 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

This position exists to create and maintain a safe and secure environment, monitor safety and security concerns, and acts as a primary point of contact for emergency personnel at Minneapolis Community and Technical College buildings and its surrounding property.

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 1 year of experience; Bachelor’s degree in above areas may substitute for 2 years of experience
Ability to react quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.
Ability to Interpret laws, regulations and policies.
Knowledge of loss-prevention techniques.
Must be able to pass FBI/BCA background check free from convictions and/or misdemeanor violations.
Must be able to move through buildings and for long distances.
Former and/or current employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College.
In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Nice To Haves

Good written communication with the ability to provide detailed, clear information
Good oral communication skills for interviewing witnesses, victims, suspects, and defusing conflicts and violent situations
Possess knowledge of standard police practices including investigation techniques and procedures, citizen’s arrest power and loss prevention techniques
Experience as a Campus Security Officer or similar position with a College or University
Ability to work as a team member as well as individually
Knowledge of access control, video surveillance, report writing software, intrusion alarms, detection and fire alarms
Experience providing customer service, assisting the public and de-escalating difficult situations.

Responsibilities

Supervise a shift that consists of Student Safety Monitors.
Perform scheduled unlock/lock-up of all campus buildings. Schedule may change due to special events or academic breaks.
Activate/deactivate intrusion alarms as necessary.
Handling and responding to any disturbances and violations of the laws of the state or rules and regulations of the college.
Regulate, monitor and patrol all campus parking areas: parking ramp, auxiliary lot, Fine Arts and Kopp Hall loading dock, Technical Building loading dock ramp and area, Wells Center driveways.
Ensure all campus-wide emergencies are documented and distribute all related information to appropriate designee.

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