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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/Affirmative Action employer. Hamline University does not discriminate on the basis of race; color; religion; creed; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; gender expression; 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.

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.

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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND 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 first 90

days of employment and EMR within first year of employment.

● All other duties as requested.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to the: Assistant Director of Safety and Security

This position does not supervise other employees.

This position does not supervise student workers.

BUDGET MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for the following budget: N/A

Budget Range: This position is not responsible for the management of a budget.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND KEY COMPETENCIES

● Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Google Apps, reporting programs,

camera systems, basic security systems

● Ability to respond effectively and respectfully to people of diverse backgrounds in a manner

that affirms their worth and preserves the dignity of individuals, families and communities

● Excellent communications skills, verbal and non-verbal

● Ability to write reports in a clear and effective manner

● Basic knowledge of Clery Act requirements, Title IX and MN Sexual Assault Law for Higher

Education

● Ability to pass initial and annual defensive tactics training

● Ability to carry and safely use all department issued equipment

● Experience and sensitivity working with students from diverse backgrounds.

MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

● 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

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

● 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)

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION

N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS / EQUIPMENT

Must perform the following essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation:

● Must perform the following essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation:

● Must be able to work in outdoor seasonal extremes

● Must be able to respond to various hazards including but not limited to environmental,

medical, fire, and blood borne pathogens

● Must be able to properly wear and use all department issued equipment

● Must be able to occasionally lift 25- 50 lbs.

● Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 70% of shift)

● Must be able to respond to situations involving aggressive people and other dangers

associated with responding to criminal activity

● Must be able to bend, crouch, push, pull, kneel and climb stairs while carrying equipment

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

● This is a full time, 1.0 FTE, exempt position, 12 months a year.

EEO/DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Hamline University will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on race; color; religion;

creed; sex; sexual orientation; gender expression; gender identity; national origin; marital status; familial

status; status with regard to public assistance; service with a local human rights commission; disability; age;

or protected veteran status in its employment and educational opportunities.

All questions marked ‘Required’ need to be answered in order to submit the application. It is important that your application show all of the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. If rejected, you must reapply for the position in order to be considered. A resume or curriculum vitae, a cover letter outlining your qualifications for and interest in the position, contact information for 3 current, professional references, as well as copies of transcripts (if required) must be uploaded with each application .