Residence Hall Security
The Residence Hall Student Security Program is a division of the University of Massachusetts Amherst Police Department to provide security during the evening hours in the university’s forty-five residence halls. The Program is administered by the Residence Hall Student Security Manager who collaborates with University Police and Housing Services to meet the on-going and special security needs of the residence hall system.
During the academic year, over 200 students are employed as Security Receptionists to monitor access, check residents’ identification and register guests. During vacation periods, security is also provided in the occupied nine-month and year-round halls.
All UMass Amherst residence halls are locked 24 hours per day. Residence Hall Security personnel staff the lobbies from 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM on weekdays and from 8:00 PM to 3:00 AM on weekends.
Beyond their role inside of the residence halls, Residence Hall Security supervisors are on-call to provide Safety Walking Escorts to and from any location on campus. They also serve as an extra set of eyes and ears for the University Police by reporting unusual conditions, safety or lighting concerns or other issues that require their attention.
During special events, Residence Hall Security personnel provide support for the University Police by assisting with parking and directions during the semi-annual move-in process, and during Commencement each May.
Residence Hall Security personnel are responsible for:
Staffing 53 posts at 48 entrances in 45 residence halls, housing over 12,000 students.
Compensation starts at $8.50with opportunities for increases based on longevity and performance.
If you’re interested in employment, please contact us at 545-2123, email us at: studentsecurity@admin.umass.edu or stop by the window at room 107 Dickinson Hall.
If you have any questions or concerns about the Residence Hall Security Program, contact:
Jim Meade
Residence Hall Security Manager
105 Dickinson Hall
(413) 545-3959
meade@gw.housing.umass.edu
