Job no:497025 Position type:Full-time Location:Ft. Wright, KY Division/Equivalent: Gateway Community & Technical College School/Unit: Gateway Community & Technical College Categories:Staff
Title: Public Safety Officer (Public Safety Officer II)
Salary: $36,534.00
Contract Term Length: 12 Months
Standard Hours: 37.5
Work Location: On-Site
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
College:Gateway Community & Technical College
Campus Location:Gateway Fort Wright
Department: Safety & Security
Total Rewards
Gateway Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:
Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
Vacation/Sick Time
Work-Life Balance
9.5 Paid Holidays
2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary
Patrols campus, conducts security inspections of buildings, and cooperates with Police to protect individuals and property, prevent crime, and monitor environmental hazards.
Job Duties:
Patrols campus to identify, document, and escalate risks to public safety, including crime, environmental hazards, crowd control, and property theft and damage.
Interacts with campus community members and visitors with a customer service orientation, such as answering simple inquiries and providing directions.
Conducts security inspections periodically and makes recommendations for eliminating security risks.
Identifies, corrects, or reports actions or situations which may present a hazard to public safety, physical security, and/or public welfare in and around assigned areas.
Monitor Security cameras and access control on campus during the shifts Basic Smartphone and computer knowledge.
All other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED
Two (2) years of relevant experience in security, law enforcement, military service, public safety, emergency response, or a related field.
CPR/AED Certification, or ability to obtain.
Ability to write clear and accurate reports.
Ability to observe surroundings and identify safety and security concerns.
Ability to use de-escalation techniques to help resolve conflicts and difficult situations.
Ability to respond appropriately during emergencies and follow established procedures.
Ability to recognize, address, and report safety hazards and security risks.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, ability to work independently and adapt seamlessly to fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Skilled in engaging and supporting students from different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and meet tight deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Forms, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word)
Preferred Qualifications:
Associates degree or equivalent and 2-4 years of relevant experience
Clery ACT knowledge
Experience monitoring CCTV, access control, and alarm systems.
Training in conflict de-escalation and crisis intervention.
Experience working in a college, university, or public-sector environment.