Library Safety Specialist

City of Saint Paul; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation

Sick time

Job summary

Saint Paul Public Libraries is seeking a Library Safety Specialist to help create a safe, welcoming environment across our library system. You will work with staff and patrons, engage with the community, and support policy enforcement.

The role involves emergency response leadership, building crisis planning, and providing guidance during incidents, with a flexible schedule including some early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Five years of safety and security experience in security, law enforcement, program or project management, conflict resolution, or restorative practices.
• A bachelor’s degree in social work, Criminal Justice, Occupational Safety, Psychology, or a related field can substitute for four years of experience. An associate degree can substitute for two years.
• Other types of educational experience and/or professional certifications that confer similar levels of specialized knowledge can be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a safe and welcoming environment by providing a supportive presence to staff and patrons
• Engage in the library community and build relationships with patrons
• Respond to behaviors against library policy and help de-escalate elevated behaviors
• Provide technical expertise in emergency response and help lead the organization’s building crisis and emergency management efforts
• Communicate and enforce the library conduct policy and assist other staff in enforcing it
• Serve as the lead in emergency situations and provide guidance and instruction to others on building emergency management plans and procedures

Skills

Safety & security experience

Conflict resolution

Program / project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, Criminal Justice, Occupational Safety, Psychology, or related field

Associate degree substitute for 2 years experience

Job description

Saint Paul Public Libraries is currently hiring a Library Safety Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity to build partnerships with the community and contribute to a safety culture within our public spaces.

Here is what you can expect to do

• Contribute to the safe and welcoming environment by providing a supportive presence to staff and patrons
• Engage in the library community and build relationships with patrons
• Respond to behaviors against library policy and help de-escalate elevated behaviors
• Provide technical expertise in emergency response and help lead the organization’s building crisis and emergency management efforts
• Communicate and enforce the library conduct policy and assists other staff in enforcing it
• Serves as the lead in emergency situations and provides guidance and instruction to others on building emergency management plans and procedures

Information Specific to this Position

This position will be expected to work in various library locations. Worksites are to be determined, subject to notification and change. You should be available to work a flexible schedule outside of normal office hours including early mornings, evenings, and weekends. You will stand and walk for long periods during your workday.

For more information and essential functions, see our Library Safety Specialist job description.

Our Benefits

We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.

Qualifications

Five years of safety and security experience in at least one of the following areas: security, law enforcement, program or project management, conflict resolution, or restorative practices.

A bachelor’s degree in social work, Criminal Justice, Occupational Safety, Psychology, or a related field can substitute for four years of experience. An associate degree can substitute for two years of experience.

• Other types of educational experience and/or professional certifications that confer similar levels of specialized knowledge can be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Pre-Employment Screening

This position requires a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.

Human Resources Contact Information

Trisha Freiberger at 651-266-6481
Email: [e-mail]

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Veteran’s Preference

If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.