Public Safety Officer

Macalester College • Saint Paul, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Patrols building interiors/exteriors and parking facilities. Monitors ongoing campus security issues. Responds to requests for assistance. Provides initial response as needed, including first aid. Directs scene activities and coordinates communication with internal and/or external agencies as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Minimum 1 year of experience and knowledge of procedures for effective security, codes and regulations related to the work, law enforcement
• Understanding procedures, terminology, and techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Protect life, safeguard property and maintain peace and order on the college campus through enforcement of local, state, and federal laws as well as college rules and regulations.
• Pro-actively patrol a residential community and prevent crime.
• Respond to emergency situations and work closely with local police and emergency services personnel.
• Conduct preliminary investigations involving criminal or suspicious activities.
• Prepare, write and file reports.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.
• Participate as an active member of the team.
• Participate in department and college activities and support implementation of shared goals and initiatives.
• Provide backup support to other members of the team.

Benefits

• 10% employer contributions to the retirement plan
• Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays
• Competitive health, dental, vision, and life & disability insurance
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account
• Tuition assistance which pays between 75% - 90% of eligible tuition for employee dependents at select institutions
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan
• Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED