Public Safety Supervisor

Public Safety Supervisor

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Public Safety Supervisor

Division Finance & Administration

Department/Office Security

Position Summary Information

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St. Catherine University invites applications for a Public Safety Supervisor within the Public Safety Department.

The Public Safety Department is committed to fostering a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, faculty, and visitors. Our team takes a proactive, prevention-focused approach to campus safety, with officers on duty 24/7 to provide assistance and ensure the security of our campus community.

The Public Safety Supervisor shall insure that all policies and procedures are followed, proper notifications are made, and proper documentation is prepared. The Public Safety Supervisor may also be responsible for scheduling staff, ensuring safety details are assigned and completed as assigned, maintaining uniforms, equipment, found and confiscated property, security office organization, reference material, and office files and fulfilling other duties as assigned.

The Public Safety Supervisor also has “On-Call” duty, which is on a rotating schedule with their fellow supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Assigns duties and responsibilities to Public Safety Officers including scheduling shifts and training on day to day responsibilities
• Performs routine patrol functions and assists on-duty officers
• Evaluates performance for assigned Public Safety Officers
• Provides staff commendations
• Performs coaching, counseling and corrective measures as needed
• Ensures campus electronic access is functioning properly and diagnoses any problems
• Take inventory and issue equipment to officers
• Run, review, scrub and submit accurate reports
• Complete incident reports and review incident reports on a daily basis
• Ensure that reports are investigated in a timely manner and that all leads are followed
• Ensure that cameras are working and footage is saved and added to reports
• Develop and/or implement crime prevention programs and education. (i.e. Self-defense, alcohol awareness, fire safety, etc.)
• Plan, coordinate, & staff of special events or requests. (i.e. Orientation, Commencement, Move-In Day)

Employees at St. Kate’s feel a deep connection to the University’s Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

• Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid “gift” days when the University is closed.

• Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 403b retirement plan access

• Accrued sick time

• Paid parental leave after one year of service

• Specific information on all of our available benefits for full-time employees can be found HERE.

• St. Catherine University in St. Paul/Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation’s largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.

• Minimum Qualifications

• A current and valid driver’s license with an eligible driving record

• Computer skills in the Google and Microsoft Office suite

AND EITHER:

• High School diploma

• Four years of Public Safety Officer experience or Resident Assistant (RA) experience can substitute for up to one year of PSO experience

OR:

• Associate’s degree

• Two years of Public Safety Officer experience or Resident Assistant (RA) experience can substitute for up to six months of PSO experience

• Preferred Qualifications

• We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes multicultural understanding and cultural fluency, consistent with the University’s mission and values.

• EEO Statement

Compensation

Salary: $47,132 – $49,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary range listed reflects a good-faith estimate of what we reasonably anticipate to pay for this position, based on market data and internal equity, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other relevant factors. St. Catherine reserves the right to modify or adjust compensation depending on University needs.

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of all religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us.

Posting details

Posting Number 20220742-STAFF

Posting Start Date 09/28/2026

Application Deadline 10/11/2026

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your highest level of completed education?
• Some high school
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Some graduate school
• Master's degree
• ABD
• Professional degree (e.g., JD, MD)
• Doctoral degree

St. Kate’s is committed to making Inclusive Excellence a reality and has identified “Drive a Culture of Inclusive Excellence” as one of six priorities in the strategic plan. Give a brief, specific example of how you have promoted a culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion in your current or recent role(s).

(Open Ended Question)

• * For any education beyond high school, please list the degree or certification and the area of focus.

(Open Ended Question)

• * Are you presently legally authorized to work in the United States for any U.S. employer? Please be aware that St. Catherine University is only able to consider candidates who are authorized to work in the United States.
• Yes
• No

St. Catherine University welcomes applications from candidates who are traditionally under-represented. We are happy to consider candidates who are currently in possession of a temporary work visa, however, please be aware that we do not offer employment visa sponsorship. Will you now or in the future require an employer to sponsor you for an employment-based visa/status in the U.S. (e.g. H-1B status)?

• Yes
• No
• Maybe

Can you perform the essential functions of this position with or without accommodation?

• Yes
• No

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