Public Safety Officer

Overview

Patrols 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.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

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.

Other Responsibilities:

• Completes other responsibilities as assigned. Participates as an active member of the team.
• Participates in department and college activities and supports implementation of shared goals and initiatives.
• Provides backup support to other members of the team.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Minimum 1 year of experience and knowledge of procedures for effective security, codes and regulations related to the work, law enforcement
• Understanding procedures, 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.

Compensation:

$23.19-$24.25 Hourly

Benefits

At Macalester, we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:

• 10% employer contributions to the retirement plan
• Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays
• Competitive health, dental, vision, and life & disability insurance
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account
• Tuition assistance which pays between 75% - 90% of eligible tuition for employee dependents at select institutions
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan
• Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities

These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options, please visit our Benefits Page

 

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

Application Guidelines

For best consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume through the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage by August 18th, 2026. No applications will be received after this date.
 
Kim Price
Interim - Talent Acquisition Manager
price@macalester.edu
 

Macalester College does not discriminate on the grounds of sex, gender identity, race, color, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, veteran status, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or other categories protected by law. For additional information, see Macalester College's full Notice of Nondiscrimination.