We seek applications for a full-time Public Safety Officer to provide safety and security services on Heartland Community College properties. Public Safety Officers create a welcoming environment and build constructive relationships with those they serve, with a focus on de-escalation and achieving voluntary compliance before needing to take official action in enforcing College rules and regulations. These are non-sworn, unarmed, uniformed positions that serve the campus through desk duties, foot and mobile patrol, and monitoring of electronic security systems.
The schedule is anticipated to be 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Hours and days of work may be adjusted according to the needs of the Department.
Pre-employment screenings may include, but are not limited to, physical examination/fitness testing and criminal background check.
General responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Perform patrol duties in all weather conditions. This includes foot patrol of campus buildings and properties and vehicular patrol of HCC main campus and off-campus properties.
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Lock, unlock, and ensure general security for campus buildings and rooms, including classrooms and other meeting spaces.
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Staff the Public Safety Desk, providing support to students, employees, and guests. Issue and account for keys, maintain logs, monitor video and alarm systems, etc. according to established procedures.
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Investigate incidents and write clear, concise, accurate reports in accordance with established procedures. Provide reports and communicate with other areas of the College related to incidents as appropriate.
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Investigate incidents and document according to established procedures.
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Provide First Aid, CPR, and AED services to persons in medical distress.
