Working Title:
Campus Security Officer
Institution:
Normandale Community College
Classification Title:
Campus Security Officer
Bargaining Unit / Union:
203: AFSCME - Service
City:
Bloomington
FLSA:
Non Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Classified - Unlimited
Salary Range:
$23.61 - $33.45
We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong. We actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
NOTICE OF VACANCY
Public Safety Officer
Classification: Campus Security Officer
Unlimited, Full Time
Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; On-campus
Salary Range: Hourly from $23.61 to $32.54; Annually from $49,298 to $67,944
* Salary placement is dependent on education and experience
(Please note that a different range may be displayed elsewhere in this post due to a glitch, this is the correct range.)
This vacancy is posted on-line from Thursday, March 26, 2026 to Monday, April 13, 2026, until 11:59 PM.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Public Safety Officer position exists to create and maintain a welcoming, safe and secure environment at Normandale Community College. The position maintains a high level of public relations and effective communications with campus community members while performing routine Public Safety duties in accordance with established guidelines, including: patrolling assigned areas to ensure personal, building, and equipment security; educating students, staff, faculty and visitors about rules and policies; warning violators of rule infractions; applying traffic and parking ordinances, laws, and college policies; responding to campus and medical emergencies; completing required recordkeeping; and performing dispatch duties as needed. Provides training and work direction to student workers in the Public Safety Department.
This position will actively advance the college’s strategic goals, including achieving equity in educational outcomes and supporting a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual and departmental efforts.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
ESSENTIAL: These qualifications are required to move forward; as such, ( ensure your application contains descriptions of your education and work experience sufficient to demonstrate competency in each of the following):
At least two (2) years of experience as a Security Patrol Officer, Crime Prevention Officer, or Peace Officer.
Associate's degree in Law Enforcement, Paralegal or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience; Bachelor’s degree in above areas may substitute for 2 years of experience.
PREFERRED:
Ability and commitment to collaborate and develop effective relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and at different levels in the college.
Proven ability to provide customer service using good human relations skills to interact with others (common courtesy, tact, interest in positive problem resolution, empathy and logical organization of ideas).
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, employees and the general public.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of private information according to laws, rules, policies and procedures.
Experience working in a Public Safety or Campus Security office on a college or university campus.
Possess current Minnesota EMSRB certification for either Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or Emergency Medical Technical (EMT).
Oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to problem solve and find acceptable solutions when needed.
Ability to interpret, explain and enforce state laws, Bloomington city ordinances, and Minnesota State/College policies and procedures.
Knowledge of standard police practices including investigation techniques and procedures, use of force guidelines, citizen’s arrest power and loss prevention techniques.
Experience working with fire alarms, access control and CCTV surveillance systems, and computer software controlling these systems.
WHY NORMANDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Normandale is the largest community college in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, annually serving almost 15,000 students from a diverse set of backgrounds, 42% of whom are students of color and nearly 25% are first-generation. We offer opportunities for individuals to grow, learn, and advance their careers while working for an organization that is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable space for students and employees to learn. We are passionately committed to achieving racial equity in student outcomes and in advancing cultural responsiveness in the classroom and services provided.
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE
As an agency of the State of Minnesota, Normandale offers a comprehensive benefits package including low-cost medical, dental, vision insurance, income protection plans, generous vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays each year, employer paid life insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, and tax-deferred compensation plans. Additional benefits include tuition waivers available for yourself and eligible dependents once certain criteria are met.
For information on benefits, visit SEGIP’s website SEGIP For more information on retirement benefits, please view the retirement brochure through MMB.
This position is also part of American Federation of State. The Agreement Between Minnesota State Employees Union AFSCME, Counceil No. 5, AFL-CIO and the State of Minnesota outlines many additional benefits provided.
*The College regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be available to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
An offer for this position may be contingent upon the completion of a background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Normandale Community College is committed to honoring human differences and cultivating inclusion of different values and ideas in employment and education opportunity. The college is committed to the principle that all individuals are to be treated with equality and dignity.
No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. In addition, discrimination in employment based on familial status or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law is prohibited.
Reasonable accommodation will be made for applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance, please contact Human Resources at (952) 358-8269 or jobs@normandale.edu Please indicate what assistance is needed.
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.
Desired Start Date:
06-10-2026
Position End Date:
06-24-2026
Open Date:
03-26-2026
Close Date:
04-14-2026
Posting Contact Name:
Vicky Sayaovang
Posting Contact Email:
wi7881gs@minnstate.edu
Minnesota State is the third largest system of state colleges and universities in the nation with 26 colleges, 7 universities, and 54 campuses. We serve 270,000 students and award more than 34,400 degrees, certificates, and diplomas annually with 86% of graduates finding a job related to their field. We are also proud to partner with businesses throughout Minnesota and beyond...
Students and employers alike can rest assured Minnesota State provides an extraordinary education at an exceptional value. With the lowest tuition costs in the state, our colleges and universities are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with many academic programs having specialized accreditations. We also employ more than 14,500 dedicated faculty and staff focused on student success.
