Public Safety Officer (Full-time) -3rd Shift

Milwaukee Area Technical College•Multi-Campus, WI

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we shared and committed to eliminating equity gaps in higher education for both students and employees. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu .

Requirements

Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirement, as well as all MATC policies and procedures.
Associate Degree in criminal justice (60 college credits) or related field and three (3) years of law enforcement/public safety experience (preferably some in a metropolitan area).
CPR; First Aid; AED certification with 60 days of employment.
Possesses or is eligible to possess a firearms permit from the State of Wisconsin’s Department of Regulations and Licensing. Licensing is required within 90 days of employment.
Knowledge of current crime prevention methods and procedures.
Proficiency in the use of standard law enforcement equipment.
Training and skill in community policing practices.
Ability to interpret and apply techniques, procedures and methods used in the operation of communications equipment.
Ability to interpret and apply codes, policies and procedures.
Effective application of Incident Command System and National Incident Management System to emergencies.
Skilled in mediation and crisis intervention.
Ability to remain calm and professional under stressful situations.
Ability to perform basic math computations.
Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
Ability to establish, collaborate and maintain effective work relationships with peers, students, teachers, staff, representatives of outside agencies, educational institutions, and the general public.
Ability to convey an image of professionalism and dedication in work related activities.
Ability to work with culturally diverse student and employee populations.
Proficiency in the use of computers and software specific to position, including spreadsheets and the Internet.
Knowledge of Google and Microsoft products.
Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs., carry, and push up to 20 lbs. and ability pull up to 50 lbs.
Sitting/Standing/Walking: 20% of time spent sitting, 40% of time standing, and 40% of time walking.
Ability to climb stairs and a ladder and maintain balance.
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, hear and speak.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Police Science or Criminal Justice or related field and more than five (5) years of law enforcement/public safety experience (preferably some in a metropolitan area).
Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board (LESB) certification as a Wisconsin Peace Officer or similar law enforcement certification (must be attainable) highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Monitors campus-wide safety, investigates disturbances, fire hazards, suspicious persons, hazardous conditions, trespassers, and other incidents occurring on campuses; assists in the investigation of incidents; and provides emergency aid.
Operates and monitors computerized Fire and Security Systems and Closed Circuit Television Systems.
Patrols and maintains watch over buildings and grounds, checks doors and windows; conducts classroom refrigerator and freezer checks each shift for normal operating ranges; and reports accidents or defective conditions on foot and in, vehicle or fixed location.
Provides the removal of locks and locker contents as part of locker searches.
Patrols parking areas to enforce parking regulations and writes citations and warnings as needed.
Writes accurate and complete incident reports; summarizes and documents results of initial investigations and campus incidents; submits written and verbal reports to supervisors for review and determination if further action is required.
Receives and disseminates information by radio, telephone and computer and coordinates communications between officers and other agencies.
Dispatches personnel to emergency/non-emergency requests.
Provides assistance with shift operations by providing information to co-workers on items affecting their activities and assisting co-workers with problems encountered and making decisions in the field and assuming responsibility for those decisions.
Assists staff, students and visitors in all activities related to security functions including walking escorts for students, employees and personnel carrying valuable property or currency.
Conducts campus-wide emergency drills such as Fire, Lockdown, and Severe Weather Drills.
Provides Safety Puppet Skits for Daycare student district-wide.
Establishes, maintains, and enhances positive work relationships with students, staff, faculty, and outside agencies.
Maintains current knowledge of best practices and standards in safety for higher education with an emphasis on community Colleges.
Actively organizes and/or participates in applicable workgroups, trainings, workshops, seminars, committees and professional associations or conferences to promote continuous learning.
Performs other related duties within the scope of the position as required for the efficient operation of the division and to support institutional objectives.