CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Protective Service Officer (Part-time)
SALARY:
$19.47 - $19.47
Closing Date:
05/30/2024 12:00 a.m.
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Human Resources and Labor Relations Policy
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period
CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME:
This is a part-time (up to 25 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position could be as early as 6:00 a.m. and the end time could be as late as 9:00 p.m., depending on assigned location.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under direction, screens individuals entering a County operated facility for any weapons and/or forbidden items; greets individuals desiring to enter a County operated facility and informs them that they must be screened prior to entry; operates various electronic control and scanning devices in order to screen for weapons and/or other forbidden items; observes assigned areas to detect and prevent unauthorized activities; completes various forms and/or documents.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Screens individuals entering a County operated facility for any weapons or other forbidden items.
Greets individuals desiring to enter a County operated facility and informs them that they must be screened prior to entry.
Operates various electronic control and scanning devices in order to screen for weapons and/or other forbidden items.
Observes assigned areas to detect and prevent unauthorized or inappropriate activities.
Prevents inappropriate activities and/or behavior and intervenes when inappropriate activities and/or behavior are observed.
De-escalates unruly and/or disruptive behavior.
Completes various reports and/or documents.
If possessing a valid Concealed Pistol License (CPL): participates in and successfully completes required firearms training as designated by the Sheriff, as well as, meets and maintains firearms qualification and standards in order to carry a weapon.
Performs related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Education and Experience
- Possession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test
- Previous experience in law enforcement, security, public safety or corrections
Preferred Licenses or Certifications
- Valid Concealed Pistol License (CPL)
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
- Security procedures and practices
Ability to:
- Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
- Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred
- Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
- Conduct oneself with tact and courtesy
- Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
- Maintain the confidentiality of information
- Work independently
