Student Public Safety Specialist

Student Public Safety Specialist

Department:
Police

Pay Grade:
Temporary Pay Table

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Personnel Status:
Temporary Part-Time

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for performing various duties in support of public safety for the Police Department. This position reports to the Sergeant
- Administration.

• Assists in directing traffic.
• Assists with working school zones.
• Assists with issuing parking violations.
• Performs a variety of support duties.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

• Professional Excellence:
  Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.
• Communication:
  Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles.
• Teamwork:
  Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles.
• Engagement:
  Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the City and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.
• Public Service:
  Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens.

• Education and Experience:
  High school diploma or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.

• Knowledge of City roadways and traffic signals.
• Knowledge of City parking ordinances.
• Knowledge of traffic safety.
• Knowledge of evidence management principles and guidelines.
• Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in organizing and planning work.
• Skill in performing mathematical calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.
• Skill in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively.

The work is medium work, which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping.

The work is typically performed in various outdoor environments, in cold, hot, or inclement weather. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.