Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Dispatch Services:
24 hours, 7 days a week

The Department of Public Safety strives to be a transparent, ethical, trustworthy and accountable department that provides service with respect, care and neutrality that exceeds the community's expectations.

While focused on the delivery of exceptional service, the 24-hour communications center dispatchers, uniformed public safety officers and administrative staff are also committed to ensuring the safety and security of the community keeping in mind and sensitive to the cultural impacts policing has had on the communities of color.
 

In case of an emergency, find updates and instructions on our Emergency Information Page.

Public Safety

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Patrol & Dispatch Services

Patrol & Dispatch Services operates 24/7, responding to all reports of crimes and hazards on and around campus.

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Disaster Preparedness

Learn about USF's emergency operations plan and what you can do now to prepare for unexpected emergencies.

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Safety Advisories

Stay informed about risks and hazards on and around campus and how you can avoid them and maintain your safety.

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Transportation

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Parking Permits

Faculty and staff living outside of a half-mile radius from campus may obtain a parking permit from the Department of Public Safety.

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MuniMobile

Your USF Muni Pass gives you unlimited rides on Muni buses, streetcars, and the Muni Metro — making it easy to get around San Francisco.

Get Your Muni Pass
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Shuttle Services

USF offers the ADA Shuttle, the Night Safety Shuttle, and the Safety Escort Service.

Learn About the Shuttles

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Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report provides information on safety and security at each of USF's campuses. Learn about crime prevention and protection programs, policies and procedures for reporting crime, and more.

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Progressive Policing Community Advisory Board (PPCAB)

PPCAB is a new collaboration between the Department of Public Safety and campus community members to develop and implement fair, equitable, and effective police practices.

Learn About PPCAB

Department of Public Safety

Hours:
Administrative Office: Mon - Fri, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Dispatch Services: 24 hours, 7 days a week

Administrative Office: (415) 422-4222

Patrol and Dispatch Services (Non-Emergency): (415) 422-4201

Patrol and Dispatch Services (Emergency): (415) 422-2911