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Public Safety Officer

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number NA01271
Position Information

Position Title Public Safety Officer
State Wisconsin
Employment Status Full Time
Position Status Regular
If Limited Term (End Date of Assignment, Project, or Grant)
Position Type Staff
Job Family Community Safety and Law Enforcement
Position Overview
The Public Safety Officer’s primary duties are to patrol buildings and grounds within an assigned area on foot or in a vehicle; secure and unsecure buildings; report unusual or suspicious circumstances or conditions; activate and de-activate alarm systems; Monitor and report obvious malfunctions in building physical plant mechanical systems such as heating, air conditioning, lighting, water leaks, etc. Provide assistance, directions, and information to University personnel and visitors. Detect and report any non-University affiliated persons in areas where it is not permissible. Render basic first aid as appropriate and request medical assistance as necessary. Perform any and all related duties as required or assigned.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Patrol the campus by foot or by vehicle and answer calls to perform locking and unlocking functions, check alarms, or checking parking issues.
2. Investigate and record irregularities which occur during assigned shifts and take necessary action within limits or prescribed policies and procedures to correct the situation.
3. Prepare written reports of accidents or irregularities.
4. Perform additional duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Must be at least18 years of age.
• Possess High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin Motor Vehicle Driver’s License with favorable driving record at time of appointment.
• Be a citizen of the U.S. or be a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship (Government Code Section 1031(a)).
• Be free of any felony conviction and certain misdemeanor convictions.
• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills to resolve a wide variety of sensitive situations.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality; ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently.
• A strong commitment to providing top-quality customer service.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with diverse publics is required.
• Demonstrated ability to think and act effectively in emergency and sensitive situations.
• Ability to pass an extensive background investigation and drug screen.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Prior related experience (preferably in campus security) or comparable formal education is preferred.
• Strong interest in the application of community policing methods.
Department Police Department
Posting Date 11/02/2023
Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
EOE Statement
It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

Required Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you able to work 3rd shift, weekends, and holidays?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a valid driver's license?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * In the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of driving intoxicated or impaired, or under the influence of drugs?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * In the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of reckless driving or a substantially similar violation (e.g., drag racing)?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * In the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of refusing to submit to a lawfully requested breathalyzer or other blood alcohol test?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * In the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of speeding in excess of 20 mph over the posted speed limit?
    • Yes
    • No
  7. * In the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of negligent homicide, manslaughter, hit and run, or a similar offense, irrespective of the specific nature of the crime charged or the punishment imposed?
    • Yes
    • No
  8. * In the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of two or more at-fault accidents or moving violations?
    • Yes
    • No
  9. * In the past five (5) years, have you been convicted of intentionally leaving the scene of an accident?
    • Yes
    • No
  10. * In the past three (3) years, have you been involved in three (3) or more at-fault accidents or moving violations?
    • Yes
    • No
  11. * In the past year, have you been involved in two (2) or more at-fault accidents or moving violations?
    • Yes
    • No
  12. * The starting hourly rate is $17.47 an hour. Please indicate below your interest in the position.
    • Yes, Interested
    • No, Please explain below
  13. * If you responded "No" to the above question, please indicate below your desired hourly rate.

    (Open Ended Question)