Public Safety Officer (Security Officer)

Public Safety OfficerThe University of St. Thomas, Department of Public Safety, is seeking highly qualified candidates for full-time Public Safety Officer roles. This position works an overnight, 12 hour shift from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. During the one to three month initial training period, the new hire will train on day, swing, and night shifts. This position is full time, benefits eligible, and pay begins at $24.00 an hour, with a $1.00 shift differential when working 6:00 pm to 6:00 am. Shift differential will only apply to actual hours worked and will not be paid on PLT, holidays, and short-term and long-term disability.The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.These positions are full-time, regular roles eligible for the University of St. Thomas' competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:Tuition Remission for employees, spouses, and dependentsGenerous Retirement Contributions to support your futureComprehensive Health Coverage including medical, dental, and visionFully Paid Insurance: disability, life, and AD&DPaid Parental Leave to support growing familiesPublic Safety plays a major role in protecting the St. Thomas community, and has a proven history of educating, training and enhancing the job skills necessary for professional career advancement in policing and the private security industries. Full time employees are eligible for 90% tuition remission applicable toward bachelor's degrees including sociology or criminal justice/law enforcement and master's degrees including police leadership following one year of full time employment.Public Safety Officers at the University of St. Thomas work 12-hour shifts. A determination as to which shift is available, day or evening shift, may not be made until the six month training period has been completed. During the training period, new hires will train on both the day and evening shifts. This schedule is subject to change, dependent on business needs.Essential functions include:Protect life, safeguard property and maintain peace and order at two urban campus locations through enforcement of local, state and federal laws as well as university rules and regulationsProactively patrol a residential community of nearly 2,500 peoplePrevent crimeRespond to emergency situationsWork closely with local police and emergency service personnelEstablish and foster community relationshipsConduct preliminary investigations involving criminal or suspicious activityPrepare, write and file reportsQualificationsEducation/Experience Required:High School diploma or the equivalent (e.g., GED)Two years of relevant public safety experienceOR Associate's degree in a relevant field plus completion of relevant Skills trainingRequired Qualifications:Must have a valid driver's licenseMust be able to pass the self-defense and training programs within the first six months of training as a condition of employmentThe initial training programs require day-time and night-time work in the first six monthsAdditional Qualifications:Knowledge of procedures for effective security, codes and regulations related to the work, law enforcement procedures and 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 strainedUnderstanding of law enforcement and legal issues that impact campus public safety officer duties basic computer applications related to the workAbility to interpret, apply and explain applicable laws, codes and regulations; making sound decisions in emergency situationsPreferred Qualifications:College coursework/degree in a related or associated fieldSpecial attention will be given to applicants with campus public safety experience or those who are licensed or eligible to be licensed as a peace officer and are interested in furthering their career in law enforcementAn extensive employment and criminal background check and pre-employment physical will be required as a part of the hiring process. Full disclosure of all felony and/or misdemeanor violations is required after an offer has been made.Physical requirements include the ability to drive a motor vehicle in order to visit various university locations. Stamina to perform sustained physical labor to include standing, walking, climbing, and lifting. Strength to effectively subdue and/or remove persons in difficult or emergency situations. The ability to read printed materials and a computer screen. The ability to communicate in person and over the telephone/radio. The ability to work day-time or night-time shifts. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who require and request accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs.To apply, all interested candidates must apply online at Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening. University of St Thomas