Director of Security

Salary: $75,100.00 - $90,000.00 Annually
Location : College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University - St. Joseph, MN
Job Type: Exempt, Administrative Staff, Full Time
Job Number: 02268
Department: Security - CSB
Opening Date: 08/27/2026


Position Summary
Campus Security at the College of Saint Benedict invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit-eligible position of Director of Security.

The Director of Security provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for campus security functions at the College of Saint Benedict (CSB), working in close partnership with Saint John's University (SJU) and Saint Benedict's Monastery.


This role emphasizes strong coordination through shared resources, aligned processes, and intentional knowledge sharing to enhance safety, responsiveness, and service delivery across both campuses. The Director oversees patrol teams, ensuring a safe, resilient, and student-centered environment.

The Director is a key leader within the Crisis Response Framework and partners closely with internal stakeholders and external agencies to advance operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in life safety services.

Why Join Us?

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 18 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents
• Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more

Join a committed team dedicated to safety, community, and service in a supportive and values-driven work environment.

To learn more about our benefits, visit csbsju.edu/jobs.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit


The posted wage represents CSB and SJU's good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated.

Inclusive Excellence

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural differences and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems to best meet the needs of our community as we educate students to address the most urgent needs of society. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

Responsibilities
Leadership and Operations - 25%

• Lead and oversee campus safety and patrol operations
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate professional staff and student employees.
• Foster a service-oriented, student-centered culture emphasizing safety, responsiveness, and professionalism.
• Develop staffing models, work schedules, training programs, and performance and service standards.
• Coordinate security and parking operations for conferences, events, liturgies, and student activities.
• Promote a safe educational and work environment through coordinated efforts with Facilities Management, Human Resources, Student Development, Residential Life, and Saint Benedict's Monastery.
• Conduct and/or oversee investigations of criminal activity, safety concerns, and policy violations.
• Serve as the college liaison with outside law enforcement agencies
• Oversee the department budget and resource allocation
• Oversee campus parking administration and enforcement
• Oversee the college fleet vehicle reservation program and defensive driving program.

Emergency Management and Crisis Response - 25%

• Serve as a core participant in the Crisis Response Framework.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness, response, continuity, and recovery activities.
• Collaborate with local, regional, and state emergency response agencies.
• Participate in drills, tabletop exercises, and after-action reviews.

Compliance, Reporting, and Risk Management - 25%

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of the Annual Security Report (ASR).
• Oversee incident reporting systems and ensure data integrity.
• Ensure compliance with Clery Act, NFPA standards, and other applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with Title IX campus partners to support timely response, documentation, and coordination related to safety and security aspects of Title IX matters, including incident reporting, evidence preservation, emergency response, and compliance with institutional protocols, while maintaining confidentiality and trauma-informed practices.

Technology and Systems Oversight- 25%

• Oversee card access management systems and access control troubleshooting.
• Manage alarm monitoring and proprietary dispatch systems.
• Partner with IT, Facilities, and vendors to ensure system reliability and integration.

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five or more years of experience in campus/public safety, emergency management, or law enforcement including experience leading teams or programs focused on life safety, public safety, emergency services, or security operations.
• Experience in higher education or other complex campus or multi-building environments.
• Experience collaborating with law enforcement, emergency response agencies, regulatory agencies, and other external partners.
• Familiarity with NFPA standards, Clery Act and Title IX requirements.
• Knowledge of incident reporting tools, access control systems, and dispatch operations.
• Demonstrated leadership, employee development, and team-building skills.
• Strong problem solving, decision making, and crisis management abilities.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive, private, and legally protected information.
• Willingness and ability to respond outside of normal business hours, including evenings, weekends and emergency situations.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet institutional driving requirements.

Physical requirements:

Requires working at a computer, including typing, reading from a screen, and using various software programs essential for the role.

Occasionally required to lift or move items up to 40 pounds.

Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and on uneven terrain, including

Travel requirements:

• Occasional travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University.

To Apply
Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply." Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a letter of application and resume.

If you require an accommodation to participate in The College of Saint Benedict hiring process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or


It is the policy of CSB to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. CSB also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.

The College of Saint Benedict is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
The College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University (CSB/SJU) provides a comprehensive fringe benefit program. This brochure provides a summary of the current benefits offered at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University.


HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees are eligible for coverage in the health insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect medical coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.

DENTAL INSURANCE
Employees are eligible for coverage in the dental insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect dental coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.

LIFE INSURANCE
CSB/SJU provides a Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) policy to employees. This insurance is effective on the first of the month following date of hire. The amount of term insurance provided is based on your annual salary.


You may also purchase additional life insurance in increments of one, two, three, or four times your annual salary. There is also a dependent life insurance package available.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY
After one year of benefit eligible employment, CSB/SJU provides disability coverage in the event of an illness or injury that prevents you from working.
VACATION
Paid vacation is accrued based upon FTE and the number of years employed. Vacation is cumulative from year to year to a maximum of 240 hours.


Employees working 100% time receive the following:


Vacation days per year Years employed
16 days 1-10 years
20 days 11+ years

HOLIDAYS
Full-time employees receive 18 paid holidays a year.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS
HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT
These plans allow employees to set aside part of their salary on a pre-tax basis to pay for IRS approved expenses.


VISION PLAN
This voluntary plan offers affordable vision coverage for routine eye exams, eyeglass lenses and frames, and contact lenses. Discounts on hearing exams and hearing aids are also included.

TUITION REMISSION
Tuition remission is an educational benefit provided by CSB/SJU. A full-time employee and spouse (if applicable) are eligible for tuition free educational benefits the first full semester after six months of employment. Full time employees may enroll for one undergraduate course per term, which includes summer: up to a maximum of 2 courses per year.


There is also a tuition remission program for dependent children of full-time employees. This program provides a financial resource to a son or daughter for meeting the tuition costs of undergraduate education. Eligibility begins the fall or spring semester following 2 years (24 months) of continuous full-time employment. There are also two consortia programs in which CSB/SJU participate where employees' children may apply for scholarships to attend other colleges/universities.


Tuition assistance is also available at Saint John's Preparatory School for the dependents of full-time employees.


PARENTAL LEAVE
A paid leave (up to 15 days) will be granted to eligible employees upon the birth or adoption of a child, pro-rated based on FTE. New employees are eligible for this benefit after twelve months of employment.


SICK LEAVE
Full-time employees earn up to 9 days of sick leave per year, pro-rated based on FTE.
Sick leave is cumulative from year to year up to a maximum of 720 hours (90 days). Employees may also use accumulated personal sick leave to care for ill family members.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free counseling resource available to
all employees and immediate family members.


RETIREMENT
Defined Contribution Plan
CSB/SJU provides a retirement program for all qualified full-time employees. The program is administered by Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA).

Enrollment in the retirement plan will be effective the first day of the month following the date of hire unless the employee elects to opt-out.

The employee/employer contributions are as follows:
Year Employee Contribution CSB/SJU Contribution
1 3% 1%

2 3% 3%

3 3% 5%

4 3% 7%

5 3% 9%
Supplemental Tax Deferred Annuity Plan
In addition to the regular plan, a benefit eligible employee may voluntarily elect to contribute to this plan.
CONTACT INFORMATION

Saint John's University College of Saint Benedict
Human Resources Office Human Resources Office
Quadrangle 127 Main 223
Collegeville, MN 56321 St. Joseph, MN 56374
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* Benefits subject to change annually Revised 11/22/24
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Are you a U.S. citizen or legally eligible to hold employment in the U.S.? If you are offered employment, you will be required to complete a certification form and supply acceptable documentation to verify your identity and eligibility to be employed.

• Yes
• No

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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least five years of experience in campus/public safety, emergency management, or law enforcement?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing and able to respond outside of normal business hours, including evenings, weekends and in emergency situations?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question