Public Safety Officer, Short-term Temporary

Overview

Public Safety Officer, I Short-term Temporary — Kern Community College District

• Salary: $22.64 Hourly
• Job Type: Short-term temporary
• Job Number: FY
• Location: Porterville, CA
• Department: Safety and Security

• Patrol campus buildings and grounds on foot and by vehicle; guard property against fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry; ensure safety of parked vehicles; enforce parking rules and regulations; issue parking citations; inspect and check security of doors, windows and gates; turn lights on and/or off; secure chains in driveways.
• Investigate and report presence of unauthorized persons on grounds or in buildings; deal with disturbances according to department policy; observe and document details of occurrences; assist in the arrest of violators when necessary.
• Investigate unusual or potentially dangerous conditions; report detected leaks or malfunctions of electric, plumbing, heating or other equipment; notify appropriate persons regarding impaired equipment; take appropriate emergency action.
• Provide escort for faculty, staff and students as required.
• Report emergency medical situations, including illnesses, shock, seizures and bleeding; summon appropriate emergency medical personnel.
• Submit routine reports of activities, including, but not limited to, incident and accident reports; issue parking citations and warnings; assist security officers as necessary.
• Transport monies as requested.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and one year of experience in a security setting. Additional specialized training in police science, public administration or a related field is desirable.

• Proof of completion of School Security Course certification.
• Possession of current Guard Card.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid CPR and First Aid certificates.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment physical assessment.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug testing.

• Knowledge of: Principles and procedures of investigation, arrest, search and seizure; procedures of crowd control and emergency response; principles and procedures of record keeping and report preparation.
• Ability to: Learn and apply pertinent provisions of the State Penal Code, Vehicle Code and Education Code; operate a patrol vehicle and patrol equipment in a safe and effective manner; conduct an investigation according to District policy; analyze and respond to situations quickly and independently according to District policy; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
  
  establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

All applicants must apply online at  
Emails will not be accepted.