HPS Officer

Hamline University•Saint Paul, IN

32d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Founded 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 SUMMARY The 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.

Requirements

Punctuality in being on time for assigned shifts
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Google Apps, reporting programs, camera systems, and basic security systems
Ability to respond effectively and respectfully to people of diverse backgrounds, affirming their worth and preserving individual, family, and community dignity
Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Proficiency in writing clear and effective reports
Basic understanding of Clery Act requirements, Title IX, and MN Sexual Assault Law for Higher Education
Ability to pass initial and annual defensive tactics training
Competence in carrying and safely using all department-issued equipment
Experience and sensitivity in working with students from diverse backgrounds
Willingness and capability to be mandated to cover for staff shortages when necessary
High School diploma or GED
Excellent communications skills
1+ 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 supervision

Nice To Haves

Valid driver’s license
Associate degree from an accredited college or university
1+ years of security experience at an institution of higher education
Emergency Medical Responder (EMR certification)

Responsibilities

Ensure safety and security of university ground utilizing foot and vehicle patrols
Provide initial response to crimes, policy violations, emergencies, accidents and all other requests for assistance
Liaison with police, fire and emergency responders
Deescalate disruptive activity and when necessary detain and control persons engaged in criminal acts or acts endangering the safety of the Hamline University community
Write professional, detailed narrative and investigative reports
Enforce, university policy, state and federal law
Complete designated NIMS and ICS courses within 90 days of start date
Respond to life safety system alarms (fire, etc.) and supervise building evacuations
Professional 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 appropriate
Function as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) as required by the Clery Act
Support special events as directed by department leadership
Complete driver training and safely operate university vehicles as required
Complete 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.