University Public Safety Officer

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Job Summary

The Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) leads all public safety functions within the university, including police, security, and emergency management, and offers an integrated approach to safety and security, operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. DPSS combines Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Flint operations to provide students, visitors, faculty, and staff with a safe and secure environment. Through our partnerships across the university and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, we use a blended service model to meet the needs of our community and exceed expectations. We prize proactive engagement with our community and provide compassionate and professional service to enhance the quality of life for all.

Our DPSS Housing Security is a full-service, 24-hour public safety department that works to ensure a safe and secure environment for the University of Michigan community with a focus within Michigan Housing. Our officers and staff are highly trained security professionals equipped to serve all members of our community. We manage all security operations within Michigan Housing and offer an integrated and collaborative approach to safety and security, partnering across the University to provide a safe community while improving the quality of life for all those living, learning, working and visiting our community.

Housing Security is a seven (7) day per week, twenty-four (24) hour per day operation. Work schedules may include nights, afternoons, weekends holidays and occasional unanticipated overtime. This is a uniformed position following the DPSS uniformed dress code. Patrol assignments may include both mobile and building specific responsibilities.

Salary Range Information

• The pay range for new external hires is $48,942.40 to $59,550.40 per year, based on education and experience.
• The full pay range for current DPSS Security Officers is $48,942.40 to $61,921.60 per year, based on education and experience.

This salary information is based on the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Michigan and the Police Officers Association of Michigan, effective as of December 21st, 2025. The new contract will be available online soon.

Responsibilities*

Under the direction of the your Housing Security Sergeant and the management team, you will perform the following tasks:

• Ensure public safety, protect our assets and act as the primary liaison with state and local police, fire and security agencies; act calmly in emergency situations and use emergency equipment
• Work closely with the Division of Student Life staff, de-escalate non-violent situations; investigate criminal activity; assist student, staff and visitors as needed
• Patrol Michigan Housing buildings and surrounding areas and monitor fire, security, and access control alarm systems
• Detect safety hazards and criminal activity
• Use your customer service skills and cultural safety mindset to respectfully communicate and work with all community members
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters
• Prepare incident and security reports
• Ascend and descend multiple flights of stairs as part of the routine patrol
• Provide services such as but not limited to: escorts, wayfinding, unlocks, motorists assists, well-being checks, property control, and traffic and crowd control
• Move equipment such as barricades and fire extinguishers
• Work collaboratively to support all departments within DPSS

Required Qualifications*

• High school or GED equivalent + 1 year of experience in a security, fire, military, customer service or emergency management field
• Experience with the enforcement of fire, safety and security practices
• Skillset in handling emergency situations and using associated equipment
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and basic keyboarding
• A valid driver's license and a driving record with less than 6 points
• You must pass a comprehensive public safety background investigation, drug screening, psychological evaluation, and physical examination

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off including parental leave
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance including "Other Qualified Adult" coverage
• Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• Long-Term Disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Tuition Support Program

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

These positions will work onsite patrolling the University of Michigan community with a focus on Michigan Housing.

Additional Information

All members of the Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) are considered Campus Security Authorities (CSAs) under The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. As such, you are required to report Clery reportable offenses that come to your attention. DPSS employees are required to complete Clery Compliance Training within the first 14 days of employment and annually thereafter.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Police Officers Association of Michigan union which contains and settles all matters concerning wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.