Public Safety Officer - 2nd shift, part-time, 20hrs/week

Children's Wisconsin • Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

Public Safety Officer (PSO) is a uniform position responsible for providing support to Public Safety operations at CW facilities. Duties may include, but are not limited to, any or all of the following: Patrols assigned areas of facilities and grounds and responds to emergent situations and calls for service. Performs inspection tours and investigates incidents, as well as general office or record keeping tasks. Verbally de-escalates and if needed, physically restrains patients or disruptive individuals. Performs Weapon Screening services to prevent weapons and other prohibited property from entering Children’s property. Secure property/evidence as needed/directed. Liaison with local law enforcement.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to be insured by CHHS carrier.
• Currently certified or ability to complete IAHSS Basic certification within 6 months of hire or promotion.
• Currently certified or ability to complete department training in Defensive Tactics for Security (DTS) within 3 months of hire or promotion.
• Currently certified or ability to complete CPR certification – Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers within 3 months of hire or promotion.
• Currently certified or ability to complete Marcus Crisis Prevention Program (MCPP) within 1 year of hire or promotion.
• High School graduate or GED/HSED.
• At least one year of previous security experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Post high school coursework in criminal justice or equivalent field of study preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills in order to utilize current and future equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas of facilities and grounds.
• Responds to emergent situations and calls for service.
• Performs inspection tours and investigates incidents.
• Conducts general office or record keeping tasks.
• Verbally de-escalates situations and physically restrains patients or disruptive individuals if needed.
• Performs Weapon Screening services.
• Secures property/evidence as needed.
• Acts as a liaison with local law enforcement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees