Public Safety Officer

Company: Arkansas Department of Human Services 
Location: Pulaski or Saline, Arkansas

• Salary: $30,000   -   $52,000
• Category: Law Enforcement / Security
• Date Posted: 05/16/2012
• Region: Arkansas-Little Rock
• Travel Required: 1-10%
• Security Clearance: No
• Work Type: Full-Time
• Company Type: Government
• Contact: DHS Recruiting 
• Contact Phone: (501) 682-1001 

Job Description

The Public Safety Officer is responsible for the enforcement of traffic and criminal laws and parking regulations.

Typical Functions:
Patrols assigned areas to detect and prevent crimes, enforce traffic laws, recognize parking violations, issue traffic citations, and identify safety hazards and violators. Performs security checks of campus buildings. Conducts investigations of crimes, accidents, and reports incidents committed on campus. Directs traffic during periods of high density to facilitate smooth flow. Arrests violators, writes incident reports, and testifies in court, as required. Responds to alarms, calls for assistance, checks for locked or unlocked buildings and offices, as necessary, and assists stranded motorists and others in need of assistance. Monitors security and fire panel for security and fire detection, assists with checking the alarm systems and emergency power supply, and inspects and maintains fire extinguishers. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus two years of experience in law enforcement or a related area. Must be certified or be able to become certified within one year of employment by the Arkansas Law Enforcement Standards Training Academy as a Police Officer in accordance with ACA 12-9-106 or an approved law enforcement training academy. Must possess a valid Arkansas driver's license.

Job Benefits

Benefit Package May Include: Health & Life Insurance, Vacation & Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Credit Union Available, Retirement, Career Bonus, and Deferred Compensation.