HUMAN RESOURCES

PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER

Kirtland Community College is extending its search for qualified applicants for a part-time (up to 32 hours per week) public safety officer to provide campus security.  Primary duty periods are evenings and weekends.  Will perform various police duties, respond to medical and other emergencies on the college campus and assist with training exercises of the criminal justice programs.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs various campus police duties as needed; responds to complaints, conducts investigations, and may issue citations in accordance with law and board policy
  • Assists in planning and training for, and responds to medical and other emergencies that occur on Kirtland's campus; may be required to work in conjunction with other law enforcement agencies
  • Assists in monitoring the status of campus security concerns and security equipment; reports maintenance, upgrade, and acquisition needs to the full-time public safety officer
  • Assists with criminal justice program training exercises and may assist in developing and presenting staff training programs such as sexual assault prevention, pepper spray training, dealing with violent individuals, etc. through Kirtland's public safety office
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

SUPERVISION - Works under the general supervision of the director of public safety

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate degree with Michigan First Responder or related training
  • One to three years of related work experience, or combination of education and experience commensurate with the requirements of the position
  • Eligible for MCOLES Certification as law enforcement officer
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, which may require the enforced restraint of a violent individual
  • Interpersonal skills consistent with community policing of a diverse student and employee population

JOB DIMENSIONS - Knowledge of work, planning and organization, self-reliance, sensitivity, attention to detail, work standards, initiative, stress tolerance, technical/professional self development, analysis/judgment, commitment to the college, teamwork, dependability, written communication, informal communication, oral presentations

SALARY - This is a year-round position with a 2008-09 hourly wage of $13.45-$19.51 commensurate with experience and qualifications.  Limited fringe benefits.

STARTING DATE - September, 2008

APPLICATION DEADLINE - Applications will be accepted until July 18, 2008. Send cover letter, resume, and three letters of reference to:

Human Resources Department

Kirtland Community College

10775 N. St. Helen Road

Roscommon, MI 48653

An equal opportunity employer

For further information please contact: Dale Shantz