Purpose/Mission
The purpose of
the campus safety department is to provide an operational force of trained personnel to
protect the college and the college community from fire, theft, intrusion, and other
unlawful acts which disturb the peace or which place life and property in jeopardy.
In addition, officers may regulate parking and traffic. Assist with crime prevention
by providing for the safety of persons on campus and appropriate public services to the
college community. They also assist work with law enforcement officers, and perform such functions as
needed to protect and assist the college community and the public.
The Campus Safety Office
The Highline
Community College Campus Safety Department has
professionally trained staff to provide a safe and
secure environment for the students, faculty, staff, and visitors on
our campus
24
hours-a-day, 365 days-year.
Our
staff consist of 5 full-time and 6 part-time safety officers who are dedicated to
protect and serve Highline’s campus community. Each officer attends
the City of Des Moines Police Reserve Academy, completing approximately 247
hours of police training. All officers maintained current first
aid certifications. Several staff members have experience working on various municipal police departments in
regular and reserve capacities, along with additional training. |
