Life Safety Sergeant (Overnights)

Position Summary

The Life Safety department at Saint John’s University invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit eligible position of Life Safety Sergeant. $1,000 sign-on bonus valid through August 31, 2026. Terms applied to sign-on bonus can be provided by hiring manager.

Why Join Us?

• Benefits

• The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 18 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents
• Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more

• Join a committed team dedicated to safety, community, and service in a supportive and values-driven work environment.

To Learn More About Our Benefits

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Responsibilities

• Command and Supervision

• Serve as Officer in Charge (OIC) in the Director's absence: exercise full departmental command authority, serve as the primary Life Safety liaison to the Campus Action and Response Team (CART), and brief the Director on all significant decisions and incidents

• Lead shift operations including pre-shift briefings, officer assignments, incident command, and real-time performance coaching

• Review and approve all incident reports, Daily Crime Log entries, and shift documentation before submission

• Manage scheduling, leave requests, overtime, and shift coverage in coordination with the Director

• Maintain the evidence room including chain of custody, inventory, and disposition records

• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluation of officers and student officers

• Patrol and Field Operations

• Conduct active patrol of campus buildings, grounds, roadways, and parking areas on foot, bicycle, or vehicle throughout the assigned shift

• Respond to all calls for service: fire alarms, medical emergencies, criminal complaints, security breaches, traffic incidents, and requests for assistance

• Conduct criminal and policy investigations; prepare complete, accurate reports and forward to appropriate authorities

• Enforce traffic and parking regulations; provide traffic and crowd control, and coordinate security and parking for campus events and major activities

• Respond to incidents involving the Abbey, Preparatory School, HMML, and Liturgical Press per applicable protocol

• Technology Systems

• Lenel OnGuard — Monitor access control events, respond to alarms, and document anomalies during shift

• Omnigo — Complete and approve all incident reports, activity logs, and crime log entries; ensure officer compliance with documentation standards

• Motorola BWC and Radio — Activate BWC per policy on all appropriate contacts; ensure officer compliance; retrieve footage as directed; maintain radio discipline and equipment readiness

• VisionWorks CCTV — Access footage in support of active investigations; report camera outages and system issues

• Field Training

• Serve as a qualified Field Training Officer (FTO) or coordinate FTO assignments for new hires through all training phases

• Maintain FTO documentation including Daily Observation Reports, evaluations, and final sign-off records

• Develop and deliver ongoing staff training covering patrol procedures, emergency response, de-escalation, ICS, ALERRT, BWC, Omnigo, Clery CSA obligations, and fire safety

• Clery Act — Campus Security Authority

• Ensure accurate, timely Daily Crime Log entries for all Clery-reportable incidents occurring during assigned shift

• Issue or support Timely Warning Notices and Emergency Notifications as directed or while serving as OIC

• Complete annual CSA training; support the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report process through complete shift documentation

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent required; an associate or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public safety, or a related field preferred

• Three or more years of experience in campus security, law enforcement, or emergency services, with prior shift leadership or supervisory experience

• Current CPR/AED certification; EMR or EMT-Basic certification required within six months of hire

• Possess a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license

• Successful completion of a comprehensive criminal background check, drug testing and phycological evaluation consistent with Minnesota law and institutional policy

• Demonstrated ability to manage a wide range of situations with calmness and authority, maintaining composure and control in both high-stress and routine scenarios

• Proficiency with records management or incident reporting platforms; ability to learn Lenel, Omnigo, Motorola BWC, and VisionWorks

• Willingness and ability to work the primary shift (4:00 PM – 2:00 AM), rotating weekends, and available for emergency call back as essential staff

• Strong written communication skills

• Basic computer proficiency

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrate good overall health, with the ability to perform physical activities such as walking, running, and standing for extended periods

• Occasionally required to lift or move items up to 50 pounds

• Ability to work in varying temperatures and weather conditions

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University