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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