Public Safety Specialist III
Public Safety Specialist III
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Minimum Hiring Annual Salary:
$58171.00Maximum Hiring Annual Salary:
$61080.00To attain the maximum annual salary employee must meet all minimum qualifications plus:
- 5 (five) years of additional applicable work experience and/or degrees higher than minimum qualification degree. Degrees higher than the minimum qualification degree can be used in combination with additional work experience.
- Acombination of related education onthejob work experience certifications and/or licenses that results in a candidate successfully meeting the minimum qualifications of the position may be considered.
The stated salary amounts are not guaranteed in the event employment ends with Aims during any fiscal year.
Included with Aims Fulltime Employment is a generous package of Benefits most are listed below:
- Benefits are effective immediately
- 100 employer provided medical & dental coverage employees (employee only option)
- 85 employer provided medical & dental coverage for employees spouse and/or family
- Voluntary vision insurance
- Staff Annual Leave (minimum accrual of 15 days) & Sick (minimum accrual of 12 days)
- 17 paid holidays and 3 personal days each year
- Summer schedule: 4day work week Fridays Off
- Employer paid longterm disability and life insurance premiums
- Tuition waiver & reimbursement for employees
- Tuition waiver for dependents
- PERA employer (see for comprehensive benefits)
- Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available
- Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
- Free parking on all campuses
Job Description:
Aims Community College actively supports an environmentthat embraces the Colleges Mission Vision Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environmentand have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position.
The College serves thousands of students employees (full and parttime) and community members who participate annually in a wide range of events at all locations of Aims (Greeley Fort Lupton Loveland Windsor and Flight Center). The Public Safety Specialist III is a professional armed nonsworn position responsible for ensuring the safety and security of Aims Community College campuses including students employees and visitors. While this position does not have law enforcement authority it plays a critical role in enforcing college policies responding to safety concerns and assisting in emergencies. The Public Safety Specialist is authorized to carry departmentapproved firearms and defensive weapons and is responsible for their proper use and maintenance in compliance with state and institutional policies.Work Schedule:
Working hours for this position will be on a rotating schedule encompassing morning afternoon and evening shifts as well as weekend availability. This flexible approach ensures comprehensive coverage for student classes accommodates diverse employee work hours and supports the scheduling of internal and external events.
- Patrolling Call Response & Duty Enforcement:
- Conduct proactive security patrols of campus buildings facilities and grounds to deter illegal hazardous or suspicious activities.
- Respond promptly to emergencies and nonemergency calls for service; secure scenes protect lives and property and conduct initial investigations.
- Enforce college policies procedures and regulations; address violations of student conduct codes and security risks.
- Physically inspect buildings check doors windows entries and exits for security breaches and monitor campus alarm systems. Respond to alarms and assist fire and police departments by securing perimeters directing traffic and ensuring crowd safety when necessary.
- Provide lead work and guidance to parttime Guest Services employees assigned to Public Safety as it relates to patrolling call response or duty enforcement.
- Conducts public safety operations emergency response and security services on campus in Clerydesignated areas and other authorized locations as permitted by policy or agreement with coordination of local agencies as needed.
- Event Security Planning & Coordination:
- Collaborate with Events staff and law enforcement to plan and implement security strategies for internal and external events.
- Conduct preevent security assessments; establish safety measures and crowd management strategies.
- Provide lead work and guidance to parttime Guest Services employees including training and task assignments.
- Monitor access points conduct bag checks perform entry screenings and remain vigilant for suspicious activity.
- Provide exceptional customer service by assisting event attendees answering questions and offering directions.
- Ensure compliance with event safety protocols including fire codes emergency exit accessibility and occupancy limits.
- Provide parking assistance and manage traffic flow for safe event ingress and egress.
- Handle securityrelated personnel matters and coordinate event staffing needs in consultation with management.
- Investigations Detainment & Reporting:
- Conduct thorough investigations of securityrelated incidents; interview victims witnesses and suspects as necessary.
- Write complete accurate and timely reports documenting campus incidents and investigations.
- Track and report incidents for inclusion in federally mandated Clery reports.
- Assist law enforcement in ongoing investigations by gathering preliminary information preserving evidence and providing relevant documentation.
- Maintain proper documentation and assist in legal proceedings as needed.
- Identify patterns in security incidents and recommend proactive measures to mitigate risks.
- In special circumstances detain individuals when necessary under limited circumstances consistent with Colorado law until law enforcement arrives and in accordance with college policies and legal guidelines.
- Use of force must be reasonable proportionate and follow departmentapproved Defensive Tactics training. This role must prioritize deescalation techniques and nonviolent interventions whenever possible.
- Immediately contact local law enforcement when an arrestable offense is suspected force is used or individuals are detained.
- Emergency Response & Crisis Management:
- Serve as an initial responder to emergencies such as severe weather threats active threats hostile intruders and lockdowns.
- Assist in evacuating faculty staff and students during emergencies; implement proper procedures for lockdowns evacuations and shelterinplace scenarios.
- Provide first response during active threat incidents and assist law enforcement in securing the scene as needed but without exercising sworn police powers.
- Maintain certifications in emergency response areas and participate in ongoing training to enhance preparedness.
- Administer first aid and coordinate with emergency medical services when needed.
- Support campuswide emergency drills and preparedness initiatives.
- Traffic Control & Parking Enforcement:
- Control vehicle and pedestrian traffic on campus; direct traffic during peak hours and special events to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Enforce parking regulations by issuing citations for violations and coordinating with towing services when necessary.
- Assist with crowd control during events and emergencies; provide safety escorts upon request for campus community members.
- Implement traffic control measures such as setting up barricades and temporary signs during events or emergencies.
- Other Duties as Assigned:
- Support additional security functions as needed/required.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate Degree in Criminal Justice Law or another related field.
Plus 3 years of experience in law enforcement military or security.
OR
No degree and five 5 years of experience in law enforcement military or security or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
AND
Demonstrated experience with firearms including safe handling maintenance and qualification.
Proficiency in security operations including incident response patrolling emergency management and event safety protocols.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with diverse populations.
Experience in report writing and computer proficiency.
Ability to provide guidance and assign work to parttime security personnel.
Must be able to perform duties in all weather conditions and respond to emergencies as required.
Physical requirements include standing walking lifting up to 50 lbs and performing security interventions when necessary.
A preemployment postoffer physical evaluation psychological exam & urine analysis will be required of the selected candidate.
Upon hire must successfully complete and maintain the departmentapproved Firearms certification.
Upon hire must successfully complete and maintain the departmentapproved Defensivetactics certification.
Upon hire must successfully complete and maintain certification in Basic First Aid/CPR.
Upon hire must successfully maintain staterecognized emergency response certifications (e.g. FEMA ICS courses ALERRT training).
This position requires the use of a company vehicle for business travel. The selected candidate must successfully pass an MVR and be insurable under Aims insurance.
Required Documents:
Cover letter
Resume
Applicable certifications if any
Preferred Qualifications
Security experience with public events
Security experience in a higher education setting.
Indepth knowledge of local state and applicable federal laws and college procedures.
State POST certification.
All Applicants:
- Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed on the job positing under job description. Enter the job duties you have performed under the Work Experience section on your job application. We evaluate your experience based on this information.
- Please make sure you state whether work experience (aka work history) is part time or full time employment by listing the average number of hours worked per week. This information is used to determine your new annual salary.
- Be sure to upload all the required documents listed at the above in Additional Job Description section. This can be uploaded as part of your application materials in the My Experience section. If there are missing documents your incomplete application will not be considered. Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act you may redact information that identifies age date of birth or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Screening/Selection:
To be considered please provide a thorough and complete application. Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials.
Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than nine 9 months (such as curriculum development short term projects meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.
Upon hire all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR physical and/or drug screen. Keep in mind a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
