Life Safety Sergeant

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?

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, visit csbsju.edu/jobs.

The Life Safety Sergeant reports to the Director of Life Safety Services and serves as both a working patrol officer and the department's primary shift supervisor. The Sergeant serves as Officer in Charge (OIC) in the Director's absence, exercising full departmental authority. The Sergeant also leads field training, maintains proficiency across all departmental technology platforms, and holds Campus Security Authority (CSA) designation under the Clery Act.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement

The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visitCSBSJU.

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.

Minimum qualifications:   

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 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.

• 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. 

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

Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply." Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the SJU hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5500 or [email protected].

It is the policy of SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Saint John's University also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.

Saint John's University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.