Drake Public Safety Officer - 999174
- Public Safety
- Staff, full-time (32+ hours per week)
Title: Drake Public Safety Officer
Position Number: 999174
Unit/Department: Public Safety
FTE: 100%
Salary: Hourly starting wage is between $16.45 and $16.75 per hour.
Department Summary:
The mission of Drake Public Safety is to provide a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff and campus visitors. Drake Public Safety strives to achieve this mission through a community friendly approach that enhances safety through the visibility of Public Safety personnel, preventive patrols, 24-hour accessibility, positive conflict resolution, and crime prevention and awareness programs. Drake Public Safety collaborates with local law enforcement and community organizations in fulfilling its mission.
In addition to their role in keeping the campus community safe, Drake Public Safety officers also are trained to assist in medical emergencies and have access to portable defibrillators for use in emergency situations.
Job Summary:
rake Public Safety Officers play a vital role in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and inclusive campus environment. In this position, officers provide proactive patrols by foot, vehicle, and bicycle; respond to calls for service; and assist with a wide range of safety‑related situations, including medical emergencies, policy violations, and community concerns. Officers are committed to excellent customer service and support the University’s mission by helping ensure a secure environment for learning, living, and working.
Public Safety Officers build strong relationships with students, faculty, staff, and visitors by offering safety education, conducting escorts, and supporting campus events. They collaborate closely with local law enforcement and emergency responders, document incidents accurately, and communicate relevant safety information to campus partners. This position is ideal for individuals who value teamwork, problem‑solving, and community engagement in a service‑oriented public safety setting.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma and one to two years of Public safety or customer service experience. Current driver's license required.
Preferred Qualifications:
College Degree (Associate or bachelors) and 3-5 years experience.
Job Duties:
- 40% - Conduct proactive patrols of campus properties by foot, vehicle, and bicycle to promote a safe and secure environment.
- 20% - Respond promptly and professionally to calls for service, including medical incidents, safety concerns, disturbances, and emergency situations.
- 15% - Enforce University policies and support compliance with campus regulations while emphasizing education and respectful engagement.
- 10% - Provide exceptional customer service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors, serving as a visible and approachable safety resource.
- 5% - Complete clear, accurate, and timely incident reports and documentation in accordance with departmental procedures.
- 5% - Assist with campus events, including crowd management, traffic control, and logistical support.
- 5% - Other duties as assigned.
Salary and Benefits:
Hourly starting wage is between $16.45 and $16.75 per hour. At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts. If you are exploring a job with Drake University, we invite you to spend a little time with our Drake Benefits Guide 2026. One of our popular policies provides a tuition waiver for Drake employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents. Drake also participates in not one, but two tuition exchange programs available to dependent children. Tuition Benefits
Special Instructions to Applicants:
For consideration, you must apply online. Please include a resume and cover letter.
If you have any questions about this job positing or the application process, please email Mark.Risvold@drake.edu .
Review of Applications Begins:
A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.
ABOUT DRAKE
Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.
All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.
STRONG COMMITMENT TO A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. As reflected in our Core Values, we embrace a diverse and inclusive community.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Drake University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (p: 515.271.3133; e: jobs@drake.edu) and let us know how we can assist you.
