Public Safety Officer (Public Safety Officer II)

Kentucky Community and Technical College System; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Tuition reimbursement/waiver

403(b) retirement plan with employer 5

Vacation/Sick Time

Work-Life Balance

Paid holidays

Closing pay for qualifying positions

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Gateway Community & Technical College seeks a Public Safety Officer II to patrol campus, conduct inspections, and cooperate with Police to protect people and property. The on-site role supports safety and student well‑being across facilities.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, CPR/AED certification, and the ability to write clear reports, observe and de‑escalate conflicts, with a strong commitment to protecting campus communities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience in security/public safety or related field.
• CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain.
• Ability to write clear, accurate reports.
• Ability to observe surroundings and identify safety concerns.
• Ability to use de-escalation techniques.
• Ability to respond during emergencies and follow procedures.
• Ability to recognize and report safety hazards.
• Detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, able to work independently.
• Experience engaging diverse student populations.
• Strong multi‑priority management and deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Patrols campus to identify and document security issues.
• Interact with campus community with customer service orientation.
• Conduct security inspections and recommend risk mitigations.
• Report hazards and actions affecting safety and security.
• Monitor CCTV and access control on campus shifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

De-escalation

Report writing

MS Office

Observation

Emergency readiness

Education

CPR/AED Certification

Tools

CCTV monitoring

Access control systems

Alarm systems

Job description

Title: Public Safety Officer (Public Safety Officer II)

Salary:$36,534.00

Contract Term Length:12 Months

Standard Hours:37.5 - Evening Shift

Work Location:On-Site

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

College: Gateway Community & Technical College

Campus Location: Gateway Boone Campus

Department: Safety & Security

Total Rewards

Gateway Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

Patrols campus, conducts security inspections of buildings, and cooperates with Police to protect individuals and property, prevent crime, and monitor environmental hazards.

Job Duties:

• Patrols campus to identify, document, and identify, ...
  
• Interacts with campus community members and visitors with a customer service orientation, such as answering simple inquiries and providing directions.
  
• Conducts security inspections periodically and makes recommendations for eliminating security risks.
  
• Identifies, corrects, or reports actions or situations which may present a hazard to public safety, physical security, and/or public welfare in and around assigned areas.
  
• Monitor Security cameras and access control on campus during the shifts Basic Smartphone and computer knowledge.
  
• All other duties as assigned
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
  
• Two (2) years of relevant experience in security, law enforcement, military service, public safety, emergency response, or a related field.
  
• CPR/AED Certification, or ability to obtain.
  
• Ability to write clear and accurate reports.
  
• Ability to observe surroundings and identify safety and security concerns.
  
• Ability to use de-escalation techniques to help resolve conflicts and difficult situations.
  
• Ability to respond appropriately during emergencies and follow established procedures.
  
• Ability to recognize, address, and report safety hazards and security risks.
  
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, ability to work independently and adapt seamlessly to fast-paced, dynamic environments.
  
• Skilled in engaging and supporting students from different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
  
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and meet tight deadlines.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Forms, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word)
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree or equivalent and 2-4 years of relevant experience
  
• Clery ACT knowledge
  
• Experience monitoring CCTV, access control, and alarm systems.
  
• Training in conflict de-escalation and crisis intervention.
  
• Experience working in a college, university, or public-sector environment.
  

Additional Skills Requested:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on occasion

Employee Rights -Employee Polygraph Protection Act

Equal Opportunity Employer -The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.