Public Safety Officer - Part Time (Savannah) (47511)

Gwcca; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

The Savannah Convention Center is seeking a part-time Public Safety Officer to join our security team. You will implement security policies, patrol facilities, complete incident reports, and respond to emergencies to ensure a safe environment for guests and staff.

Ideal candidates demonstrate integrity, strong customer service, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure, including night and weekend shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Customer Service/Relations experience preferred.
• Report writing skills strongly preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols preferred.
• Valid Georgia Driver's License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete shift assignments as required in accordance with established guidelines.
• Patrol the interior, exterior and dock areas of the campus; patrolling may include foot beat, bike patrol, Segway, and/or motorized cart.
• Complete written incident reports and departmental documents.
• Perform crowd management and public safety duties.
• Respond to emergencies and provide safety escorts as needed.
• Serve as a point of information to the public.

Skills

High degree of integrity

Crowd management skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Detail oriented

Self-awareness

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Savannah - Savannah, GA 31421Position Type: Part TimePUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER (Part Time)

SAVANNAH CONVENTION CENTER

At the Savannah Convention Center (SCC), we aim to be the event venue of choice, driving economic growth and showcasing the uniqueness of Savannah, Chatham County, and the state of Georgia. It’s what sets us apart and what fuels our vision to be the premier event destination delivering exceptional service and creating memorable experiences.

Our team members, regardless of role or responsibility, are dedicated to bringing this vision to life every day. If you are result-oriented, passionate about customer service, believe in teamwork, and possess an unwavering commitment to quality, then a career with Savannah Convention Center could be your calling. Are you ready to begin yourAuthority Lifejourney?

The Savannah Convention Center is currently seeking a part-time Public Safety Officer to join our team! Be a part of our team in the 660,000 square foot Savannah Convention Center located directly across from historic Savannah and on the Savannah River. The Public Safety Officer shall be responsible for the implementation of security policies and procedures of the department under the direction of the Public Safety Manager. Duties include but are not limited to: patrolling the interior and dock areas of the facility, completing written incident reports and departmental documents, and responding to emergency situations.

The ideal candidate is dependable, customer-focus oriented and is committed to providing the quality of work in line with our core values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete shift assignments as required in accordance with established guidelines
• Patrol the interior, exterior and dock areas of the campus. Patrolling may include foot beat, bike patrol, Segway, and/or motorized cart
• Complete written incident reports and departmental documents.
• Perform crowd management
• Perform public safety officer duties, crime prevention and safety inspections
• Respond to emergency situations
• Provide public safety
• Respond and investigate concerns, complaints or calls for service
• Provide safety escorts
• Serve as a point of information to the public
• Perform other duties, functions, special projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Public Safety Supervisor and/or Public Safety Manager

QualificationsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• High degree of integrity and compliance
• Thoroughness in task approach, follow-up & completion
• Self-awareness
• Crowd management skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks & to manage workload using own initiative
• Ability to multi-task & work under pressure with limited resources
• Detail oriented
• Assess, weigh and manage risk in the face of uncertainty
• Ability to work an irregular work schedule as required to perform duties and responsibilities

WORKING CONDITIONS

Law enforcement work can be very dangerous and stressful. In addition to the obvious dangers of confrontations with criminals, security officers need to be constantly alert and ready to deal appropriately with a threatening situation. Officers frequently work weekends, holidays, and nights. Officers are expected to work at any time their services are needed and may work long hours standing post. Officer are expected to report for duty in full uniform with the appropriate and necessary equipment needed in the performance of their duty. All positions are required to work in inclement weather conditions if necessary.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Valid Georgia Driver's License preferred
• Customer Service/ Relations experience preferred
• Previous work experience as a Public Safety Officer or relevant position preferred
• Report writing skills strongly preferred
• Excellent knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols preferred

The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, or on terms or conditions of employment because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, eligibility for military service, disability, or for any other illegal purpose.