Security Services

The Security Services division of the UNH Police Department employs eight full-time security officers and several work-study cadet officers. Each full-time officer attends the mandatory New Hampshire College and University Campus Security Academy. Along with this, both full and part-time cadet officers attend various in-service training through out the year.

If you are a student and would like further information about working for Security Services you may contact Supervisor Gary Sears or stop by the University Police Department to pick-up an application.

Although, UNH Security officers do not have police authority, they work very closely with University Police officers. All officers have direct communication with the University Communications Center that provides a connection to Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Units.

University officers are on duty to assist members of the University community. They provide authorized access to University buildings after hours, securing of campus buildings, assisting in room lock-outs as well as building security checks.

Security and Access to Campus Facilities

The University community is made up of a variety of facilities, primarily academic and administrative buildings and student residences. In the daytime, there is a majority of open access to academic and administrative offices, with the exception of recreation facilities which may require a membership. Academic and administrative offices are secured by members of the security division at the conclusion of their business hours.

Students and staff who have keys to buildings for after-hours work must lock the doors behind them after they enter and are encouraged to follow all safety precautions. Do NOT prop doors open and if you see a door propped after hours, close it. When doors to residence halls are locked, don't permit anyone other than your guest to enter the building. If you see a suspicious person in any University buildings you should contact the University Police Department at 862-1427.

If you have questions about gaining access to an area after hours please contact Supervisor Gary Sears at 862-1427 to discuss arrangements in advance.

Campus Security Assessments

Security Assessments are also provided by members of UNH Security. If you would like to have a security assessment of your work area please contact Linda Corliss at 862-1427.

Security Escort Program

The UNH Security Division coordinates the Security Escort Service. This service is a walking escort service provided free of charge to members and visitors of the University community. For more information on the escort program and further safety tips about traveling around campus check out the Security Escort Service website at:

www.unh.edu.campus-security