SafeRedbirds Ambassadors

Illinois State University; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Illinois State University is seeking a Safe Redbirds Ambassador, a student employee role under the Emergency Management department. The position supports the university's emergency preparedness and safety programs, delivering training, promoting safety practices, and engaging with student groups across campus.

Responsibilities include creating outreach materials, participating in safety campaigns, and reporting on ambassador activities while maintaining professional liaison with campus partners

Qualifications

• Experience or education in public safety disciplines is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with strong personal integrity.
• Ability to liaise with student groups and campus partners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare training materials and deliver them as needed.
• Participate in student-focused emergency preparedness and safety outreach.
• Assist in collecting and reporting Safe Redbirds Ambassador activities.
• Represent the Emergency Management department and act as liaison to student groups.

Skills

Public safety knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Integrity

Marketing outreach

Team liaison

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: SafeRedbirds Ambassadors
Employee Classification: Student Help Regular
Division Name: Student Affairs
Department: Emergency Management

Job Summary

The Safe Redbirds Ambassador is a student employee position that assists in a wide variety of activities designed to assist in maintaining and maturing the University’s emergency preparedness and safety programs. Further, the position is designed to promote effective security and safety practices throughout the campus community. Those chosen for the position will be trusted members of ISU’s public safety initiatives.

Safe Redbird Ambassador broad responsibilities can include:

• Prepare training materials and deliver them as needed
• Participate in student-focused emergency preparedness and safety outreach programs
• Assist with collecting and reporting on Safe Redbirds Ambassador team activities
• Professionally represent the Emergency Management department, the Safe Redbirds Ambassador program and act as a liaison to student groups, organizations, and/or individuals on student-focused emergency preparedness and safety related concerns
• Assist in fostering relationships and partnerships with on-campus groups, inclusive of underrepresented groups
• After a campus crisis, partner with public safety departments to offer listening, outreach, advocacy and related safety and security services
• Be an advocate for student-focused safety and security practices for the entire University community

Specific responsibilities can include all or some of the following:

• Assist in delivering emergency preparedness and safety-related awareness and education campaigns
• Participate in outreach, relationship-building and related safety, security and preparedness activities
• Participate in planning sessions
• Participate during home football games and other planned events, as needed
• Conduct Safety Patrols, which can include Safe Walks
• Assist in identifying and reporting safety or security related issues on campus

Additional Information

Student employees are eligible to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan. More information can be found here.

Pay Rate

$15.00/hour

Preferred Qualifications

RECOMMENDED KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

1. Academic or practical experience within one or more disciplines of public safety (law enforcement, fire service, emergency medical services, public health, health sciences, nursing, emergency management, lifeguard, Explorers/Civil Air Patrol/Scouts, etc.)
2. Competency in the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
3. Comfortable creating and/or participating in marketing efforts to promote the program
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate with individuals from various technical and educational backgrounds
5. Ability to work independently when necessary
6. High personal integrity and self-motivated
7. Excellent interpersonal skills

Work Hours

Work hours will vary between general 8am to 4:30pm, with evening and weekend hours necessary depending on duties assigned or events planned. All Safe Redbirds Ambassadors are expected to complete at least 2 Safety Patrols, 8pm-12am, per month.
Students in this position should be willing to work a flexible schedule depending on the needs of the program.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day -to-day work.
• Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

Proposed Starting Date

open/positions filled as needed

Required Applicant Documents

Resume, Cover Letter, Reference List, and Work Availability

Contact Information for Applicants

Teresa Chapman
[e-mail]

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

In addition, all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires all new employees to file an I-9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment. This may be accomplished within the department or through Human Resources. A list of the types of documentation you will be expected to provide is available at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Failure to comply with this law will result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University, as your employer, is required by federal law to ensure proper tax withholding from wages and to ensure that the required reporting of employee wages, withholding, and employment taxes is accurate. For this reason, every employee must have a valid Social Security Number registered with the University at the time of employment and/or as soon after as possible, but no later than 45 days from the start date. Failure to comply with this law may result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held.

International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on-campus employment when the university is in session but may work more when the university is not in session. International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs for guidance if they have questions concerning employment restrictions.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at [phone]. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

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