Public Safety Security Officer - MCSO

Milwaukee County; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee County is seeking a Public Safety Officer to provide security across multiple county facilities, ensuring entry screening and safety for staff and visitors.

The role requires vigilance, rapid emergency response, and proficient use of security equipment. Residency in Wisconsin and a high school diploma or GED are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Current residency within Wisconsin required.

Responsibilities

• Operate Facility Screening Stations; ensure citizens enter through security stations and are inspected.
• Assist citizens with directions and expected behavior inside facilities.
• Sweep building after closing to secure doors and escort departing individuals.
• Respond to emergencies; CPR trained and coordinate with Sheriff's Office when needed.
• Operate equipment including two-way radio, X-Ray magnetometer, and detectors.

Skills

Security knowledge

Emergency response

Report writing

Two-way radio operation

Public interaction

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Two-way radio

Handheld metal detector

X-Ray magnetometer

Computer

Job description

Closing Date: 10/05/2026 or upon receipt of the first 50 application submissions.

Public Safety Officer

Full-time, Hourly

Hourly Range: $16.87 - $25.31

Candidates must upload a current resume when applying for this position. This resume will be utilized to review relevant work experience and qualifications.

Job Summary

The Public Safety Officers provide security for those who work, visit and conduct business inside the Milwaukee County Courthouse, Safety Building, Criminal Justice Facility and the Vel R. Phillips Youth & Family Justice Center. All who enter these facilities are required to either show a valid form of work identification or be vetted by the security officers. This position is vital to keeping a safe environment for the mentioned facilities.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate Facility Screening Stations - Officers ensure citizens enter though the security stations. All citizens properly must go through a magnetometer and be inspected by the officers. Officers also use handheld metal detectors to ensure citizens are not bringing in any prohibited items inside the facilities.
• Contact With Citizens Entering the Facility - Security Officers assist citizens with directions around the facilities as well as the expected behavior inside these facilities.
• Building Sweeps - Sweep the building after closing time to ensure all doors to the outside are properly secured and any citizens who no longer have business inside the building are walked out.
• Emergency Response - Officers are trained to contact the Sheriff's Office in the event of emergencies including medical emergencies. Officers are trained in CPR.
• Use of Equipment, Tools & Materials - Operate computers, two-way radio, X-Ray magnetometer with conveyer belt, and handheld metal detectors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education, License/Certification and Experience

• Current residency within the State of Wisconsin required.
• High School diploma or GED required.

Preferred Experience/Education

• Military, Security or Law Enforcement experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to lift, carry, push and pull 10 lbs.;knowledge of security practices and procedures; oral and written communication skills; ability to take prompt and decisive action in an emergency situation; ability to use a computer to write reports; ability to work well under stress; ability to operate a two-way-radio; ability tounderstand and follow both written and oral directions; and ability to work effectively and harmoniously with employees and the general public.

NOTE: This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application.Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION