Public Safety Officer I

Delaware Technical Community College; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Delaware Technical Community College – Seaford Innovation Center is seeking a Public Safety Officer I for evening and occasional Friday shifts. The position is part-time with hours Monday-Thursday 4-9 p.m., may change based on operational needs.

Responsible for campus safety, incident response, and public safety operations. The incumbent will work under the on-duty supervisor, performing patrols, investigations support, crisis intervention, and reports.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of relevant experience OR two (2) years of active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces with honorable/general discharge.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license, as issued by the Dept. of Public Safety.
• Willing to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed.
• Must maintain certifications in handcuffs, OC spray, and CPR/First Aid/AED within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Patrols campus buildings and grounds to ensure safety compliance.
• Assist in investigations of violations and preserve crime scenes.
• Initiate levels of physical intervention per Use of Force Policy.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with authorities.
• Attend meetings and seminars related to campus public safety.
• Coordinate environmental controls and alternate room assignments as needed.
• Maintain logs and prepare routine investigation reports.
• Support evening class transitions for students and instructors.
• Provide first level crisis intervention and de-escalation.
• Conduct courier services and transport sensitive documents.

Skills

Public safety knowledge

Crisis intervention

Report writing

Communication skills

Defensive techniques

Education

Associate degree preferred

Job description

This position is located at the Seaford Innovation Center. The hours are Monday-Thursday from 4-9 p.m. with occasional Friday evening hours. These hours may change based on operational need.

Salary $17.23/hour

Classification Information

Classification Title

Classification Title Public Safety Officer I

Job Code

Job Code 7032 (FT), 7532 (PT)

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Position Pay Grade

Position Pay Grade B/C 8

Position Type

Position Type Part-Time

Summary Statement

An incumbent is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment on or about the campus.

Nature and Scope

A class incumbent typically reports to the on-duty supervisor and performs public safety duties as described. A significant aspect of this work involves making calm and effective responses to stressful situations affecting the public safety of faculty, staff, students, and/or the public. This position has ongoing direct contact and interaction with students.

Principal Accountabilities

• 1. Patrols campus buildings and grounds via foot, bicycle, and/or motor vehicle to ensure compliance with public safety measures.
• 2. Assists the Public Safety Officer II in initiating investigations of violations of Federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. Assists the Public Safety Officer II and/or Constable with investigations of suspicious and/or criminal activity which includes preserving a crime scene and interviewing victims, witnesses, suspects, and defendants. Interacts with the appropriate law enforcement agencies and/or College/campus administration when needed.
• 3. Initiates appropriate levels of physical intervention in strict compliance with the College Use of Force Policy.
• 4. Responds to all emergencies and takes appropriate action by communicating with the appropriate authority. Initiates the intervention of emergency services in response to criminal and domestic violence, traffic, miscellaneous complaints, and other activities.
• 5. Attends meetings related to public safety and participates in seminars/conferences relative to institutional public safety.
• 6. Coordinates environmental controls in each building; support all schedules through alternate room assignments on an as-needed basis.
• 7. Utilizes the College’s administrative software system to maintain electronic and written logs, diaries and records. Prepares routine reports of investigations as assigned for review by the on duty supervisor.
• 8. Works as directed by the Chief of Public Safety to execute plans to ensure a smooth transition of students and instructors to classes for evening classes when needed.
• 9. Provides the first level of Crisis Intervention to assist faculty and staff with unruly people.
• 10. Conducts courier services and transports bank deposits and sensitive, confidential documents as needed.
• 11. Provides Identification Card production services to the campus community. Maintains database of card issuance as assigned.
• 12. Enforces the Tobacco Free Workplace policy and educates violators regarding the policy.
• 13. Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of public safety practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of the safe operation of a motor vehicle.
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques of report preparation.
• Ability to learn and apply a broad range of applicable public safety skills.
• Ability to apply College public safety policy and procedures properly.
• Ability to remain alert, and to act calmly in all situations.
• Ability to control disturbances effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to write factual reports.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to deal effectively with people.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Ability to perform moderately stressful and physical activity during assigned tour of duty.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certifications in emergency medical techniques for the First Responder, CPR , and defibrillator use.
• Ability to apply restraining techniques and defuse volatile situations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Two (2) years of relevant experience OR two (2) years of active duty in the United States Armed Forces with an honorable or general discharge.
• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license as issued by the Department of Public Safety.
• Must be available to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed.
• Must receive within 90 days of employment and continue to maintain certification in the following areas: proper use of handcuffs, OC (pepper) spray, and CPR /First Aid/ AED .

Note: Child Care security clearance must be obtained by the final candidate prior to employment.

Posting Number

Posting Number REG5187PO

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Date

Open Date 09/08/2026

Close Date

Close Date 09/23/2026

Open Until Filled No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcripts
• First Letter of Reference
• Second Letter of Reference

Optional Documents

• Teaching Philosophy
• Writing Sample
• Curriculum Vitae
• Other Document
• Multi Media

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