Campus Safety
Campus Event Security
Planning a Safe Special Event
To help ensure a safe and successful event, Campus Safety may assign Campus Safety Officers and/or Police Officers based on the event type. The Department of Campus Safety will assist in determining staffing levels after reviewing the event details.
Event Security Request Requirements
Please note the following requirements:
Event Security Requests must be submitted at least seven (7) business days before the event.
If you do not receive confirmation within 48 hours of submitting your request (excluding weekends), please contact csafety@oberlin.edu.
A valid FOAP or ObieBuy account must be provided when submitting the request for billing purposes.
Event organizers should discuss officer responsibilities and any special security concerns with Campus Safety before the event.
An on-site event contact must be available for the duration of the event.
Staffing Guidelines
Campus Safety provides security and crowd management for athletic events, concerts, lectures, student activities, and other special events.
While event organizers may request a specific number of officers, the Department of Campus Safety will determine the appropriate staffing level based on a risk assessment. Factors considered include, but are not limited to:
Expected attendance
Nature of the event
Event location
Alcohol service or consumption
Previous event history
Cash handling or ticket sales
Other safety and security considerations
Billing Information
Effective July 1, 2026, the following rates apply:
Campus Safety Officer: $60.00 per hour
Police Officer: $65.00 per hour
A three-hour minimum is required for each assigned officer.
Event cancellations must be made at least 48 hours before the scheduled start time. Cancellations received with less than 48 hours' notice will be billed a two-hour minimum for each officer scheduled.
SUBMIT CAMPUS SECURITY REQUEST