Campus Security Officer

Location: St. Paul

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

Campus Security Officer

Institution:

Saint Paul CollegeCampus Security Officer

Bargaining Unit / Union:

203: AFSCME - Service

City:

St. Paul

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$24.02 - $34.04

Job Description

Job Summary:

This position exists to create and maintain a safe and secure environment, monitor safety and security concerns, and is the contact person for emergency personnel at Saint Paul College buildings and surrounding property. Duties include, but are not limited to, patrol interior/exterior and encircling properties of Saint Paul College; create and maintain a safe environment; monitor and patrol all campus-parking areas; respond to campus-wide emergency situations and provide lead work direction for a shift that consists of student Public Safety Dispatchers.

Job Duties:

• Patrol interior/exterior and encircling properties of Saint Paul College (SPC).

• Regulate, monitor and patrol all campus parking areas: parking ramp, surface lots, loading dock ramp and area, driveways and fire access lanes.

• Respond to campus-wide emergency situation and trouble calls.

• Enforce established key responsibility procedures for all campus buildings.

• Direct and assign all student security monitors (5-7).

• Perform other duties as requested by the Director of Public Safety or the Vice President of Finance and Operations.

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $24.02 - $33.11 hourly.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Security Patrol Officer, Crime Prevention Officer, or Peace Officer (An associate's degree in Law Enforcement, Paralegal, or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience; a bachelor's degree in above areas may substitute for (2) years of experience).

• Must pass FBI/BCA Background check free from convictions of felony and/ or misdemeanor violations.

• Must possess a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or obtain one prior to appointment.

• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug test exam prior to employment.

Preferred Qualification 

• Good written communication with the ability to provide detailed, clear information.

• Good oral communication skills for interviewing witnesses, victims, suspects, and defusing conflicts and violent situations.

• Possess knowledge of standard police practices including investigation techniques and procedures, citizen's arrest power and loss prevention techniques.

• Experience as Campus Security Officer or similar position with a College or University.

• Ability to work as a team member as well as individually.

• Knowledge of access control, video surveillance, report writing software, intrusion alarms, detection and fire alarms.

• Experience providing customer service, assisting the public and de-escalating difficult situations.

Other Requirements

Applicant resumes should address the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position. If your skills match the required skill for this position, the department may contact you. Reference checks will be conducted for all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education and contact with the finalist current and/or previous employers.
Applicant must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to provide sponsorship or take over sponsorship of employment visas at our institution. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Thursday, 1:30 PM - 9:30 PM, and Friday, 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Saint Paul College was established in 1910, and we are proud to be honoring education for more than a century. SPC-Quick Facts

Saint Paul College is committed to supporting diversity in all of its forms. Applicants representing diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We are recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon employer offering support for veteran and military students. We are a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

 

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:

10-07-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

09-10-2026

Close Date:

09-11-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Mykayla R Crockett

Posting Contact Email:

mykayla.crockett@saintpaul.edu