HPS Officer

Job Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure the safety, security and well‑being of the Hamline University campus community. Public Safety Officers enforce university policy, state and federal law and play a key role in crime prevention. Each officer must be completely knowledgeable of all areas of the position and hold performance to a high standard. Officers will familiarize themselves with all assignment areas to assist community members, prevent crime through active patrols, attention to detail and engagement of community members and guests.

Officers must successfully complete all initial and sustainment training including, but not limited to, annual use of force and medical recertification.

• Ensure safety and security of university grounds utilizing foot and vehicle patrols
• Provide initial response to crimes, policy violations, emergencies, accidents and all other requests for assistance
• Liaise with police, fire and emergency responders
• Deescalate disruptive activity and detain and control persons engaged in criminal acts or endangering the safety of the community
• Write professional, detailed narrative and investigative reports
• Enforce university policy, state and federal law
• Complete designated NIMS and IC courses within 90 days of start date
• Respond to life safety system alarms (fire, etc.) and supervise building evacuations
• Professionally respond to all calls for service (access requests, safety escorts, jump starts, etc.)
• Use security technical systems (CCTV, VMS, access control, alarm systems, elevator control, etc.)
• Remove trespassing individuals from campus when appropriate
• Function as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) as required by the Clery Act
• Support special events as directed by department leadership
• Complete driver training and safely operate university vehicles as required
• Complete and retain required medical certifications (BLS/First Aid within 90 days; EMR within first year)
• Assist with large‑scale university events (e.g., commencement) as needed
• Perform any other duties as requested

This position reports to:
Illiana Cantu Delgado. This position does not supervise other employees or student workers.

Responsible for: N/A. Budget range:
This position is not responsible for the management of a budget.

• Punctuality for assigned shifts
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Apps, reporting programs, camera systems, and basic security systems
• Ability to respond effectively and respectfully to people of diverse backgrounds, affirming their worth and preserving individual, family, and community dignity
• Excellent verbal and non‑verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in writing clear and effective reports
• Basic understanding of Clery Act requirements, Title IX, and MN Sexual Assault Law for higher education
• Ability to pass initial and annual defensive tactics training
• Competence in carrying and safely using all department‑issued equipment
• Experience and sensitivity in working with students from diverse backgrounds
• Willingness and capability to cover staff shortages when necessary

• High School diploma or GED
• Excellent communication skills
• 1+ year of experience with basic computer programs (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to respond to dynamic, stressful incidents and make critical decisions with limited supervision

• Valid driver’s license
• Associate degree from an accredited college or university
• 1+ years of security experience at an institution of higher education
• Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification

N/A

• Must be able to work in outdoor seasonal extremes
• Must be able to respond to hazards including environmental, medical, fire, and blood‑borne pathogens
• Must be able to properly wear and use all department‑issued equipment
• Must be able to occasionally lift 25-50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 80% of shift)
• Must be able to respond to situations involving aggressive people and other dangers…