Public Safety Specialist - Administration
1412 S Spoede Rd, Frontenac, MO 63131, USA
Req #1031
Monday, September 30, 2024
St. Louis County Library
The Administration Department is seeking a full-time Public Safety Specialist that will work under the direction of the Manager, Safety & Security. The Public Safety Specialist will work in a public library setting, ensuring a welcoming, safe and secure environment for employees, patrons, and the protection of library assets.
The mission of the St. Louis County Library is to provide the resources and services to enrich individual minds, enhance lives and expand perspectives. SLCL is an award winning library system with branches throughout St. Louis County. We have transformed into a meaningful community resource with updated facilities and an array of programs and partnerships that serves over 860,000 patrons.
The mission of the St. Louis County Library is to provide the resources and services to enrich individual minds, enhance lives and expand perspectives. SLCL is an award winning library system with branches throughout St. Louis County. We have transformed into a meaningful community resource with updated facilities and an array of programs and partnerships that serves over 860,000 patrons.
Salary: $48,041.00
Hours: 40 hours per week, evenings and weekends
Essential Responsibilities:
- Provides excellent customer service while creating a safe and welcoming environment for employees and patrons accessing Library services.
- Works cooperatively with management and employees to maintain a safe environment.
- Conducts quarterly safety and security risk assessments.
- Acts as liaison with local law enforcement, fire protection, and emergency personnel.
Job Qualifications:
- High School diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s degree or 60 hours college credit preferred
- Three-five years experience in security, social services, or related experience working directly with the public
- Must possess excellent communication skills, including customer service, conflict resolution, and de-escalation techniques
- Experience working with the underserved population is preferred
- Willing to obtain Adult CPR with First Aid and Automatic External Defibrillation (AED) certification
- Willing to obtain Mental Health First Aid Certification
- Unarmed Security License issued by St Louis County Police
Benefits:
- Paid Vacation and Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Domestic Violence Leave Policy
- Employee Assistance Program
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Library-Funded Pension Plan
- Life Insurance
- Deferred Compensation (457 Plan)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
- Ability to use software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Google based applications such as Gmail, Calendars, and Docs
- Ability to stand and walk for an 8 hour shift
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
Other details
- Pay Type Salary
- Hiring Rate $48,041.00
- 1412 S Spoede Rd, Frontenac, MO 63131, USA