Public Safety Officer

at  Arkansas Tech University

Application Deadline: October 14, 2024
Salary: $38,694
Pre-hire testing will take place on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 7:45 a.m.
Once your application is received, a testing information packet will be sent to the email listed on your application.
Any questions regarding pre-hire testing should be directed to the Arkansas Tech University Department of Public Safety at (479) 968-0222.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Public Safety Officer is responsible for the enforcement of traffic and criminal laws and parking regulations. This position is governed by law enforcement standards, state and federal laws and institution policy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of traffic laws, rules and regulations, for security.
Knowledge of general law enforcement methods and techniques.
Ability to direct traffic and to maintain order.
Ability to prepare reports of incidents and accidents.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to operate motor vehicles used in patrol duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess valid Arkansas driver’s license.
Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must successfully pass pre-hire testing to include a written exam and a physical ability test.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

At least two (2) years of experience in criminal justice or related field.
Certified law enforcement officer (including military police certification).
Experience working in a university setting.

Patrols assigned areas to detect and prevent crimes, enforce traffic laws, recognize parking violations, issue traffic citations, and identify safety hazards and violators.
Performs security checks of agency or campus buildings.
Conducts investigations of crimes, accidents, and reports incidents committed on agency or campus premises
Directs traffic during periods of high density to facilitate smooth flow.
Arrests violators, writes incident reports, and testifies in court, as required.
Responds to alarms, calls for assistance, checks for locked or unlocked buildings and offices, as necessary, and assists stranded motorists and others in need of assistance.
Monitors security and fire panel for security and fire detection, assists with checking the alarm systems and emergency power supply, and inspects and maintains fire extinguishers.
Performs other duties as assigned.