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Campus Security Officer

University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2026

Description

  

Job ID

SM9986-2401-1882


Position Classification

FT Staff MAP


Position Summary

To provide security services to university; patrols campus and checks resident halls and other buildings; maintain safe parking conditions on campus. Enforcement of University Parking rules and regulation ,enforcement of all University Rules & regulations and policies and procedures.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Patrols campus, providing security to all individuals on university property; checks and maintains security to all buildings and grounds. 
  • Provides security services (unlocking cars, starting stalled vehicles, emergency weather notification, unlocking/locking doors to buildings, etc.) 
  • Monitors facilities and reports any problems to Facilities Management for repair. 
  • Investigates university criminal/traffic complaints/concerns. Deals with parking concerns and enforcement. 
  • Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  

Minimum Qualifications

  • Education -A high school diploma or GED.   

Preferred Qualifications

Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job. Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the university for purposes of giving or obtaining information, building relationships, or soliciting cooperation.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

A professional, patient demeanor that promotes a positive impression with co-workers and the University Community.

  • Must have strong organizational and administrative skills, a good work ethic, and a positive attitude for interacting with other people.
  • Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
  • Computer proficiency in MS Word/Excel/Access is required with a strong computer aptitude for learning various computer applications;
  • Must be adaptable with ability to accept and support change, highly skilled at multi-tasking and detailed orientated, able to effectively work independently or in a team environment, and able to work well under pressure.
  • Demonstrate a professional demeanor and a clean well-groomed appearance that creates a positive impression with customers and coworkers.
  • Must be dependable, reliable, and confident working in a professional.

Physical Requirements

Job requires repetitive lifting of light weight objects with frequent bending and stooping, or repetitively lift average weight objects where frequent bending or stooping alternates with lighter activities. Occasionally lifts heavy objects (over 50 pounds).


Work Environment

Regular exposure to unfavorable conditions such as weather conditions, or confined, noisy, or dirty locations.


Licenses/Certifications

Valid Driver License in good standing.


Salary/Pay Information

$19.38 as per MAP contract


Anticipated Schedule  

Varies

   

Additional Information

Lifting, carrying, pushing and/or dragging objects weighing up to 200 lbs. (200 in some situations), 10 feet or less; running, jumping and climbing various inclines, elevated surfaces, terrains, and/or obstacles; subject to toxic chemicals, fumes, and/or odors; exposed to infectious diseases.

  

Michigan’s largest, most comprehensive private University, University of Detroit Mercy is an independent Catholic institution of higher education sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and Society of Jesus. Detroit Mercy seeks qualified candidates who will contribute to the University’s mission, diversity, and excellence of its academic community. University of Detroit Mercy is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer with a diverse student body and welcomes persons of all backgrounds. 

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