Los Angeles, California
Posted: 19-Sep-24
Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 254400
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.
**You must pass a comprehensive public safety background investigation, psychological exam, physical and drug screening**
The Division of Public Safety and Security conducts all police and security operations at the university (Ann Arbor, Dearborn, Flint) and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. DPSS offers an integrated approach to safety and security, partnering across the university and helping everyone in the U-M community take charge of their safety.
We employ those who actively embrace and uphold our values of respecting differences, promoting equitable practices, and fostering intentional inclusion. This means creating an environment where everyone in our community feels valued, welcomed, and safe. We prize 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. You will be primarily at Michigan Medicine, located at 1500 E. Medical Center, Ann Arbor, MI, but may be deployed for similar assignments throughout the University of Michigan campus. This position involves monitoring and operating weapons detection systems, including safeguarding the employees, visitors, and guests. This position will have arrest authority through PA330, while on property and in full uniform.
- 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
All members of 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 any Clery reportable offenses that come to your attention. DPSS employees must also complete the Clery Compliance training within 14 days of employment and annually thereafter.
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 with concerning wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
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.
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.