Public Safety Officers (2nd Shift / Part-Time)

HAWKEYE COMMUNITY COLLEGE; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Hawkeye Community College in Iowa is seeking 2nd shift Part-time Public Safety Officers to patrol the campus and protect students, staff, and property. Responsibilities include responding to alarms, reporting incidents, and maintaining safety during evenings.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, a valid Iowa driver's license, CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months), and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or ability to obtain within the first 3 months of employment.
• Must possess a current driver’s license valid in the State of Iowa and a driving record insurable by the College’s insurer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service, maintain student confidence and protect operational integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to work flexible hours including evening and weekend hours.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
• Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Responds to calls for service and alarms.
• Patrols campus on foot and with the Public Safety vehicle.
• Reports any criminal activity, fire, or safety concerns to authorities.
• Physically secures the campus after close of business.
• Monitors various mechanical equipment throughout shift.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function unless Hawkeye allows remote work.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Flexible schedule

Public safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google applications

Video conferencing

Job description

Are you looking for a part-time job? Do you enjoy helping others? If yes, Hawkeye Community College might be the place for you. Hawkeye Community College currently seeking to hire 2nd shift Public Safety Officers to join their team.

Public Safety Officers protect the Hawkeye Community College community from hazards such as fire, natural disaster, and crime while patrolling the main campus and/or other Hawkeye Community College sites. Additionally, Public Safety Officers may be called upon to provide first aid, investigate suspicious activity, interview witnesses, prepare detailed reports, and participate in emergency drills, demonstrations, and trainings.

Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responds to calls for service and alarms.
• Patrols campus on foot as well as utilizing the Public Safety vehicle.
• Reports any criminal activity, fire, or other safety concerns to proper authorities.
• Physically secures the campus after close of business.
• Monitors various mechanical equipment throughout shift.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Unless otherwise approved under Hawkeye’s remote work policy, regular on campus and/or onsite attendance is considered an essential function of the position.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend and carry out public safety policies, procedures, and regulations as well as write and prepare comprehensive records and reports.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or ability to obtain within the first 3 months of employment.
• Must possess a current driver’s license valid in the State of Iowa and a driving record insurable by the College’s insurer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service, maintain student confidence and protect operational integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to work flexible hours including evening and weekend hours.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a wide array of students, faculty, staff, and the general public.
• Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal communication.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and video conferencing technology.
• Demonstrated ability to execute organization and department policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Public Safety/Private Security experience.
• Police Science/Criminal Justice Students.

Anticipated schedule:

Approximately 2 evenings per week (Monday – Thursday) from 2pm to 11pm.

Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Occasional exposure to noise from machinery.

Requires skills for succeeding in an educational environment, using technology. Requires good hand-eye coordination including visual acuity to use a keyboard and read technical information; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp. Work is performed in an educational setting as well as in a combination of indoor and outdoor environments. Outdoor environments may become susceptible to inclement weather conditions. Sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during working hours. During course of day, interact with students, faculty and staff in person, by telephone and computer.

Salary / Wage Information:

This position pays $15.30 per hour.