Public Safety Officer

KANSAS CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY•Kansas City, MO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Public Safety Officer is responsible for providing security for the Kansas City Public Library staff, patrons and assets while unarmed. This is a full-time non-exempt position. The pay is $20.28 per hour, plus excellent benefits.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Ability to follow both oral and written directions.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Ability to work with and take direction from Administration and Branch Managers.
Basic Computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word), Surveillance Security DVR systems, Alarm interfaces.
Knowledge of confidentiality of customer information, freedom of information, and intellectual freedom.
Access to transportation.
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, and national security operations.
Must obtain and maintain a security license through Kansas City Missouri Police Department.
Possess a reliable means of transportation between Library Branch locations.
Ability to effectively communicate in and understand English and Spanish is required.

Nice To Haves

Additional consideration may be given to individuals that are proficient in any non-English languages utilized in the Kansas City area including American Sign Language, Vietnamese, French, Arabic, and Swahili.
Previous verbal de-escalation training or obtained within the first 30-days of employment.

Responsibilities

Patrols Library-owned property, both inside the building and its perimeters.
Conducts a monthly inspection on assigned Library locations.
Creates incident reports to track safety concerns, including daily activities and irregularities.
Reviews surveillance footage related to incidents.
Examines doors, windows, and gates to ensure security.
Notifies Police and Fire Department by telephone in case of emergency situations.
Enforces Library rules related to safety and customer courtesy & conduct, including providing warnings and apprehending/evicting violators.
Activates and deactivates security alarms.
May respond to public safety matters after hours.
Supports library safety efforts at all locations as needed.
Gains and maintains knowledge of confidentiality of customer information, freedom of information, and intellectual freedom and reflects understanding and compliance in interactions with staff and the public.
Maintains knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, and national security operations.
Other duties as assigned.