Public Safety Officer - Casual

Overview

Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota, is seeking to hire a Public Safety Officer, Casual to patrol 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..

This role provides coverage for shifts as needed. No assigned hours.

Non-Exempt Hourly Pay Rate : $20.68

Responsibilities

Protects life, safeguards property and maintains peace and order on the college campus through enforcement of local, state, and federal laws as well as college rules and regulations.

Pro-actively patrols a residential community and prevents crime.

Responds to emergency situations and works closely with local police and emergency services personnel.

Conducts preliminary investigations involving criminal or suspicious activities

Prepares, writes and files reports.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.

1-3 years of experience with 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 strained.

Ability to anticipate / solve problems based on prior experience, information and / or changes to laws / regulations. Problem solving and solution implementation.

Assignments require a high level of judgment, initiative, creative approaches to troubleshooting and the ability to make recommendations on improvement.

Must be able to operate and understand the card access software / hardware and understand CCTV software / hardware.

Ability to use office equipment. Proficient in organization and documentation.

Ability to operate card access systems, CCTV systems and radio systems.

Strong communication skills, both in written and oral formats. Good interpersonal skills. The ability to interact, consult and influence employees, staff and customers both internally and externally.

Demonstrates the commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity. Actively engages in learning and practicing principles of social justice and inclusion to increase individual capacity to support institutional changes that create and sustain a more welcoming and inclusive environment across the Macalester Community.

Compensation

This is a part-time, non-exempt position, with an hourly rate of $20.68.

This position is not benefits eligible.

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Application Guidelines

For best consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume as one PDF through the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage. Review of applications will begin immediately. All inquiries about this position should be directed to :

Jaclyn Howard

Talent Acquisition Manager

jhoward3@macalester.edu

Macalester is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from everyone who would add richness to our community, including people of color, individuals with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Macalester College - Institutional Overview

Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.

At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.

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