Public Safety Officer

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: $47,500; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Patrol university properties
Operate emergency vehicles
Investigate criminal offenses
The Public Safety Officer is responsible for enforcing traffic and criminal laws while patrolling university properties to detect and prevent violations

Job Summary

  • The Public Safety Officer is responsible for enforcing traffic and criminal laws while patrolling university properties to detect and prevent violations.
  • The position requires the ability to operate emergency vehicles, investigate incidents, and provide emergency first-aid assistance to students and staff.
  • Benefits include university contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance, tuition waivers, and a retirement program with contributions ranging from 5 to 10 percent.

Matching Summary

The Public Safety Officer is responsible for enforcing traffic and criminal laws while patrolling university properties to detect and prevent violations.

Salary

Base: $47,500; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance; tuition waivers; 5-10% retirement contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Patrol university properties
  • Operate emergency vehicles
  • Investigate criminal offenses
  • Issue citations and arrests
  • Maintain detailed incident reports

Nice-to-have

  • Team-oriented work environment
  • Positive work atmosphere
  • Adaptability to changing demands
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Leadership of subordinates

Key Requirements

  • United States Citizen
  • At least 21 years of age
  • Valid state-issued driver's license
  • Clean driving record
  • Arkansas police certification within 12 months
  • No felony or domestic abuse convictions
  • High school diploma equivalent

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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