Community Service Officer (CSO) - Patrol
Job Code 4923
About the Job
Are you looking for an opportunity to work with a diverse community while gaining law enforcement experience? The University of Minnesota’s Twin Cities campus is hiring community service officers (CSOs) to support police officers. As a CSO, you will provide uniformed, unarmed public safety services and advise members of the University community regarding safe behaviors, ordinances, rules, and policies to promote a safe and inclusive campus.
This is a position designed to provide candidates with a career path into the law enforcement agency. This position is a two-year temporary post, with an option of becoming a permanent position. See below for our extensive benefits package, which includes tuition reimbursement of up to 100% through the Regents Scholarship.
- Patrols the campus to provide visible presence and deter criminal activity
- Communicates relevant ordinances, rules, and policies in support of a safe and secure campus
- Takes reports of crimes and incidents from citizens that do not require a police officer (see Limitations/Prohibitions section below)
- Responds to incidents on campus at the approval or direction of the on-duty police supervisor
- Assists U Security with escorts or patrol coverage
- Enforces University parking ordinances
- Tows vehicles at the direction of police officer
- Traffic direction at crime scenes or accidents scenes
- Traffic direction at large-scale events
- Perimeter security at crime scenes or large-scale events
- Provides first aid as needed
- Assists with community outreach
- Other miscellaneous duties as assigned
This job may be designated as essential.
The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Limitations/Prohibited Tasks CSOs will not:
- Operate a department vehicle with red lights or siren in operation
- Perform duties which require training typically reserved for licensed police officers
- Process evidence or crime scenes, take statements, or transport arresties with approval or direction by an on-duty police supervisor
- Investigate state motor vehicle accidents or take reports on these incidents
- Be involved or respond to situations that present danger or risk such as:
- Making custodial arrests based on probable cause
- Making custodial arrests for warrants
- Enforcing State Statute Criminal Violations
- Stopping traffic violators
- Checking citizens for driver’s license status or warrants (CJIS)
- Handling calls of crimes in progress without the direction of or in conjunction with a licensed officer
- Handling alarm calls
- Handling calls of a person in crisis without approval of direction by an on-duty police supervisor
These examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed and are not all-inclusive. The job description is subject to change as the needs of the University change.
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $30.46 per hour
Work Location: In person