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Read: Survey Results: Top Cop Pay Falling Behind

Survey Results: Top Cop Pay Falling Behind

Since 2006, hospital, school and university police chief/security director salaries have stagnated, but line officers have fared better. Sworn officer pay has increased by nearly 9 percent, while wages for nonsworn campus security personnel have increased by more than 3 percent.

Read: On Patrol: Going Back to His Roots

On Patrol: Going Back to His Roots

As a graduate of Penn State University, Chief of Police Stephen Shelow definitely has a lot of love for his alma mater. Beginning in campus law enforcement as an undergrad more than 20 years ago, the chief has remained a vital part of the school and has worked to bolster the program that started his career.

Read: 7 Secrets to Selecting a Contract Security Provider

7 Secrets to Selecting a Contract Security Provider

When a campus law enforcement department doesn’t have enough staff or the right type of officers, technological solutions can only help so much. Contract security companies just might be able to provide your institution with the personnel it needs to make its public safety functions complete.

Core Components of Contract Security RFPs

References, background checks and training are just some of the important features that should be included.

Read: On Patrol: It’s Time to Reorganize

On Patrol: It’s Time to Reorganize

As corporate director of protective services at OhioHealth healthcare system, one of FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” Charles Smith has transformed his department by uniting security teams from the five hospitals under his leadership into one organization.

Read: Award Winning Turnarounds

Award Winning Turnarounds

Both recipients of the 2007 Campus Safety Director of the Year Awards knew it was time to give their departments a fresh start. From changing their agencies’ images to implementing new technology – and everything in between – Bonnie Michelman of Massachusetts General Hospital and David Rivero of the University of Miami had what it takes to put their agencies back on track.

Read: Survey Says … You're Happy

Survey Says … You're Happy

Respondents to the Third Annual Campus Safety Salary Survey indicate they continue to enjoy their careers. This second part of our two-part series reveals who is happy as well as the few who might be tempted to look elsewhere due to dissatisfaction.

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