How to Apply
Please include a cover letter by attaching it as the first page of your resume, address your specific interest in the position and DPSS, and outline the skills that directly relate to this position.
If selected, you may be contacted via E-mail by Spark Hire (video interview vendor) with an invitation to submit a video presentation answering pre-screening questions at no cost to you.
**You must pass a comprehensive public safety background investigation, psychological exam, physical, and drug screening.
Job Summary
The Division of Public Safety and Security (DPSS) leads all public safety functions within the university, including police, security, and emergency management. We offer 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 value proactive engagement with our community and provide compassionate and professional service to enhance the quality of life for all.
This position is crucial in ensuring the safety and security of the University of Michigan's facilities. Your primary location will be at the Ruthven Administration building , but you may be deployed for similar assignments throughout the University of Michigan campus. You will be responsible for monitoring entry into the building, including safeguarding the employees, visitors, and guests.
Why Work at Michigan?
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this outstanding institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.
Benefits Offered 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, including:
- 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
Responsibilities*
- Monitoring entry into the building, including safeguarding the employees, visitors, and guests.
- Conduct thorough security screening of individuals
- Assist visitors by providing answers to inquiries and offering clear directions within the facility while prioritizing security measures
- Maintain a meticulous daily activity log documenting incidents and promptly prepare detailed incident reports
- Immediately respond to threats
- Prevent unauthorized access to assigned facilities
- Undertake other duties as assigned related to visitor management
Required Qualifications*
- High school or GED equivalent
- Five years of armed governmental service or armed security experience, the ability to pass an MCOLES PA 330 (3-week academy), and 80 hours of comprehensive firearms training to
include MILO (scenario-based training) - Prior experience with conflict resolution, de-escalation, and active engagement with the public
- Demonstrated commitment to public safety, excellent communication, and organizational skills
- Prior experience making decisions and acting quickly in stressful situations
- Ability to exercise independent, sound judgment and remain calm in emergencies
- Proficient in public and interpersonal relations
- Willingness to undergo training on relevant software and techniques, quarterly firearms training, Advance Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT), or comparable active attacker training after hire
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 work onsite primarily at the Ruthven Administration building.
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. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. 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 employment opportunity employer.