Campus Safety Officer

Job Title

Job Identification 3171

Job Description

Starting salary is between $24.21- $26.63 per hour.

Engages and participates in community policing/problem-oriented policing programs to improve the safety culture on campus.

Monitors University grounds and facilities via foot, bicycle and vehicle patrol for safety and security violations; warns or cites violators as necessary; responds to routine and complex emergency situations; responds to radio or telephone dispatches; assists in emergency procedures such as restraining unruly persons or aiding in the evacuation of buildings; contacts appropriate police, fire and medical assistance. May detain suspected offenders until the arrival of law enforcement.

Controls vehicle and pedestrian traffic to assure smooth flow of traffic, which includes directing traffic and issuing citations for parking violations.

Communicates with the general public and employees while patrolling University property; assists individuals with disabled vehicles and vehicle lockouts; checks building security; and observes behavior of citizens.

About the University: The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

Qualifications

Required: Classification knowledge requirements:

• Customer service principles;
• UMS buildings, parking lots, and other property;
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations;
• Safety and security policies and procedures;
• Accident, incident, and parking violation report forms.
• Regional geography;
• Applicable radio and telecommunications equipment and systems;
• Computers and related software applications.

Classification skill requirements:

• Providing exemplary customer service;
• Performing security and safety activities;
• Thinking and acting quickly in an emergency with judgment and discretion;
• Remaining calm during stressful situations;
• Filling out work orders and other paperwork accurately and completely;
• Working independently;
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to (give and) receive work direction.

Other Information:

To be considered for this position you will need to "Apply" and upload the documentation listed below:

• a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
• a resume/curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on September 30, 2026. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical.