Divisions within University Security

The Security Department is composed of six areas. These include: Patrol Services, Communications Center, Parking & Traffic Enforcement, Locking Systems, Customer Service & Office Support, and Emergency Medical Technicians.

Patrol

The University Security Patrol unit is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to perform the following duties:

• Incident response.
• Physical building security.
• Provide security for special campus events.
• Provide assistance to faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
• Compile information for MSU incident reports.
• Act as a liaison with the Mankato Department of Public Safety. 

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Communications

Security Communications are in operation 24 hours a day 365 days a year. Their tasks include:

• Answer calls placed to the Security Office at 507-389-2111. Provide dispatching services for the Patrol Division, Emergency Medical Technicians Unit, and Parking & Traffic Division.
• Actively monitoring the campus and parking lots using CCTV cameras.
• Monitor outdoor emergency telephones.
• Monitor and control campus intrusion, fire, and electronic card access alarm systems.
• Answer TDD calls on 507-389-2111.
• Arrange night shift maintenance & repairs.

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Emergency Medical Technicians

Emergency Medical Technicians are available during the academic year, when classes are in session. Their tasks include:

• Respond and provide care for injuries or illnesses on campus.
• Work closely with Health Services and Mayo Clinic Ambulance Service to provide extended care if needed.
• Provide added foot patrol of campus buildings and property.

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Locking Systems

Locking System Division tasks include:

• University lock and key control.
• Cut and record all issued keys.
• Key core replacement and repair.

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Parking Services

Parking Services Officer duties include:

• Enforcement of University Parking and Traffic Guidelines.
• Provide vehicle related services, such as jump-starts and unlocks.

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Office Support

Office Support duties include:

• Public relations for walk-in or telephone customers.
• Clerical duties.